Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
> "cybercat" > wrote in message
>> I think Starbucks, like other chains, often wins out because it is at the
>> very least a "known quantity."
>>
>
> True and at one time I'd probably have done the same thing. Now I go out of
> my way to find the local independent. Once in a while you get stung, but
> most times you have a good meal and a little adventure.
>

The last time I was in NYC I was shocked by the glut of Starbucks. Some
on facing corners even. What did New Yorkers do before Starbucks..?

I spoke to a friend today whose wife works at a Starbucks and he
mentioned that some of the coffee drinks go for about $6 after people
add all the options.... good lord! Coffee used to be a cheap drink. LOL