I confess I used to like Starbuck's, but that was until they started opening 'Costa Coffee' and 'Caffe Nero' outlets over here. Hugely superior in the quality of the surroundings, the service and the product, they seem aimed at the European palate rather than the American - richer, stronger coffee and much more palatable (not to mention much healthier) food choices.

And yes Mick, I got it! (Laughing again!).

You've clearly worked out who I used to be, as well! LOL!