Image & Reality

 It's tough when you don't have a kitchen and rely on pre-packaged food - Starbucks' Croque Monsieur looks good on the A-board but less so in the chiller.

All the chains have this issue - see Costa's challenge at http://greatcafes.blogspot.co.uk/2016/04/freshly-toasted.html - and it is the independent's greatest weapon if they have some on-site preparation.

London leads the Way

 Another French baker, Oree, has decided London is worth an opening - on the Fulham Road.

 Mini baguettes

 Unlike in France you can get heavenly pastries, good coffee and sit down in a cafe setting - http://www.oree.co.uk/

Rustic

 The humble baguette has become rustic/multiseed at EAT.

Stylish Baguettes

Finch's Tea House, Vancouver is a shabby chic joint known for their elaborate sandwiches and baguettes.

Little Waitrose: Big Offer

The "Little Waitrose" in the City has tempting displays, fresh unrefrigerated baguettes ....

.... and free take-out coffee for Waitrose card holders.