Vegans in Kansas City couldn't have been happier when the city got its first all-vegan bakery and coffeehouse in 2011. The menu at Mud Pie Vegan Bakery and Coffeehouse is certifiably gluten-free and a hundred percent vegan. The place offers a wide variety of cookies, cupcakes, tarts, muffins, and scones, to name a few. Apart from this, they also serve brilliant coffees and teas that give you a fantastic start of the day.

Every day is St. Patrick's Day at this Irish haven in Westport. Sheehan's offers Nicholas Mosse pottery, tweed caps, Belleek china, family crests, Galway Crystal, Irish linens, official Guinness merchandise, Irish music and videos, food items and more. The beautiful Aran sweaters are handknit exclusively for Sheehan's by artists in Donegal, Ireland. The staff also keeps shoppers informed of local and regional Irish events.

Perfect Scents offers more than 200 of the highest quality perfumes, oils and personal care items to enhance the mind, body and spirit. This Westport shop offers its original line of bath, body, massage, home and baby products in addition to world famous brands, such as Caswell-Massey, Crabtree and Evelyn, Essential Elements, H2O+, Indigo Wild and more. Shoppers also find handmade jewelry and a huge selection of candles.

Ever tried cooking up a scrumptious pot of fondue? At The Melting Pot you can do just that. Known for serving the best of fondue in town, this eatery also lets you test your culinary skills. Whisk up your own creation or sit back and enjoy a tantalizing menu they offer. Rich textured cheese and chocolate used in the recipes create a 'never-before' experience that is exclusive to this diner. Throw in a fresh salad and a signature concoction and get set to witness a tasteful dining.

Next time you think of donuts, head to LaMar's Donuts. This little doughnut shop serves decadent, perfectly baked doughnuts in a variety of flavors.Some of the popular flavors include chocolate iced with coconut, red velvet, their house special Snicker John, and lemon cake. The service is quite prompt too.

A chain that needs no introduction, Panera Bread is popular among locals and tourists alike. Located inside the Shoppes At Coronado Place I, serves scrumptious sandwiches filled with the freshest ingredients and quality local produce. Apart from the subs and sandwiches, the cafe serves a variety of baked delights. Come in here on a lazy afternoon, grab a refreshing cappuccino and enjoy some laid back time amidst a week full of hubbub.