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Free macarons in NYC on March 20
March 20 isn't just the first day of spring. In New York, it's also Macaron Day, where at least 11 bakeries across the city will be handing out free macarons.New York's first annual Macaron Day coincides with the fifth annual Jour du Macaron in Paris. So far, participating shops in Manhattan include Bouchon Bakery in Columbus Circle and Macaron Cafe, a sweet little find in the Garment District that sells its namesake treat for $1.95 a piece.
You know you've found a good macaron when the candy-colored confections are crispy on the outside but soft and chewy on the inside (gotta love that buttercream or ganache filling).
Details: Tell the participating bakery you're there for Macaron Day. One free macaron per customer; quantities are limited.
I know I'll have a hard time walking out of the bakeries without being tempted by all the other treats.
Filed under: Food and Drink, North America, United States, Budget Travel
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Melissa Witbeck Mar 15th 2010 2:36PM
This is really cool. I made sure to tell all my followers about this special day. I cannot wait to try one of these Macarons.
Scott Carmichael Mar 16th 2010 6:49PM
They are indeed the new cupcake - a product others have been enjoying for decades, that suddenly became the newest hip thing to be seen eating.