Plaza Food Hall

...is located in the Plaza in NYC's Midtown at 5th Avenue and Central Park South.

I tried the Red Velvet Cake ($7) which was moist, a pistachio macaron ($1.75) which was good and hot apple cider ($3).

They offer sandwiches, cooked food, coffee and gifts. This is a great, inexpensive New York dining experience for tourists.

Jitters - Vancouver

...is located in the Kitsilano area at 1956 West 4th Avenue and is a coffee lounge. I had a warm apple cider (CA$3).

LA Story - Le Pain Quotidien

...even though this is a chain the food is high quality organic and is consistent. "L" and I had brunch at the 316 Santa Monica Blvd. location in Santa Monica.

"L" had the Rustic Tuna with Hummus and White Beans Tartine ($10.75) with coffee ($2.95). I had the Turkey and Avocado Tartine ($10.25) with hot apple cider ($3.75).

Once again, everything was very good.

88 Orchard

Is the name and address of this cafe in NYC's Lower East Side. It has a more neighborhood-y feel than your typical Starbucks (there is one located across Delancey Street).

I had a hot apple cider (small $2.50 + tax).