I always look forward to breakfast at Luisa's when I'm in town. I'm a morning person but even I have a rough time waking up on gloomy mornings. So, what could be better than settling in with a bright latte, a croissant, and a newspaper at one of the cosy ceramic tile tables? The baked goods are always fresh and good. I buy a bunch of cookies for my office mates on my way out, but they seldom make it longer than the flight home. I dare you to eat just one. (Have a look at the dainty icing on the cookies--someone has spent time making these delights.) Some mornings a big bowl of oatmeal is just the thing--I love the raspberries mixed in, it's not overly sweetend, just hearty and full of berries. The large oatmeal bowl is more than enough, you may want just the small bowl option and then a fruit bowl or juice. By far though, my favorite order is the Southwest omelette. You can skip lunch, this fluffy omelette with ripe avocados and tomatoes is perfect, not to be outdone by rosemary potatoes, crispy and hot and plentiful on the plate. Best with some tabasco sauce...\r
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Starbucks (on every streetcorner in America) provides a reliable (pricey) latte when I'm out of Seattle, like, at O'Hare, but when I'm in town I have to support this wonderful family owned restaurant. The owners have a great concept here, and the staff are friendly from those I've met. Some even remember me from my last trip. I like this cafe because it is quirky, bon vivante, and I know there is a homey spot here when I'm far far from home.
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