To those who aren't aware, Londoners love Pret A Manger more than Americans love Starbucks. If you get the chance to go to London, you will find a bright red star located on every single street corner (no exaggeration). When walking around, I would see all these businessmen and locals with white bags with what appeared to be a bear on them. I was confused. I had never heard of Pret A Manger before, what they shorten and call "Pret", and I was instantly intrigued. Let me tell you, there is a reason the obsession runs deep within every Londoner of that beautiful city. If I had to describe Pret to any fellow American, I would describe it as "Panera meets Starbucks". It is affordable. It is fast. It is fresh. The first item I tried was a chocolate hazelnut croissant. Since then, my world has been rocked and I don't think any croissant I'll have in the states will ever compare from now on. As the first week continued, my friends and I found ourselves with very little time for lunch. We were forced to embrace the fast pace, "hustle and bustle" city life that makes London what it is. We would finish morning discussion and would need to be at our afternoon tour in an hour/sometimes less. Taking into account time on the tube, my friends and I finally came to terms with the reason for this delicious place on every street...it was just so convenient.