I shed a tear as I read the article in the paper this morning, though the rumours have been widespread for a while. The aura and ambience of the veranda were key ingredients of our first preview visit and we have frequented numerous times since. I have nothing against Panera Bread and have patronized them in Ohio, but just seems like the veranda will lose it's current curb appeal and Mrs kb8tpw and I will miss it, though we'll give Panera a fair chance. Being a diabetic I'll probably pass on their carbs more often than not however.
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