Franco File
From crepes to culture, a guide to French Boston
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ourteen eventful years after the battles of Lexington and Concord, the storming of the Bastille fortress and prison in Paris began the French Revolution. Boston has been tight with the French ever since—even when not everybody else has. Modern-day francophiles can celebrate with everything from crepes to culture. Here are nine French secrets:
Shhhh! More than three million Americans a year travel to France, and they spend around $5 billion.
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A cultural treasure trove for francophiles
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Come for the French food. Stay for the dessert.
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This café’s nutella will transport you to the Left Bank
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French mixed with Cambodian spice to rock your palate
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A patisserie with a nut-box pastry that will drive you nutty
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Where to find real French crepes (and Belgian waffles)
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A coffee shop with sweet and savory French crepes


