The celebrated BonBonerie Bakery in Cincinnati has been voted the Best in Cincinnati, featured in Bon Appetit magazine, and boasts some of the state's best pastries. It alsohouses a wonderful tea room, with a wide variety of teas.

Fashion, and its 'beautiful people', are somewhat of an enigma to me. I appreciate great clothes, the sumptuousness of fine fabrics and the ritual of changing with the seasons. I've lingered over Ralph Lauren ads and wanted to step right into them. Give me the horse, the estate, and the outfit, please.

Central Perc European Café is reminiscent of the English proprietors' home country: like a good pub, service is 'come to the counter', with food then delivered to table; no pence are squandered on posh garnishes, and you're likely to be drawn into the neighborly banter between the regulars and their British hosts.

Treat yourself to a spot of tea and delicious food at Taste Tea Salon and Gifts in Williamsburg, Virginia. Worth every penny!