The Thoughtful Splurge — worth every penny
Ana Sortun's Turkish-inspired bakery in Huron Village. The morning bun is transcendent. The lamb sausage flatbread is what weekend breakfast should be. Off the beaten path but absolutely worth seeking out. Sister spot to Oleana.
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1 Belmont St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Daily: 8AM-6PM
12 min walk from Harvard
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