McDonald’s and Starbucks Take Over Europe
What happened to those unique/charming little coffee shops and restaurants we used to love so much—even in Europe? They were taken overtaken by Starbucks and McDonald’s! In picturesque Lausanne, Switzerland, they face each other, on opposite street corners, in the very small pedestrianized downtown area. (Click on the image for a better view.)
What else will follow? In North America, giant chain bookstores have also put one-of-a-kind enterprises (and those who made a living from them) out of business. Likely this is happening in Europe too. Less individuality, more homogeneity! But, for now, old town Geneva is still able to display its charm (and creativity) with curiosity shops like this one.
