You could always go with some type of semi-flushmount fixture in place of the ceiling fan along with the pendants rather than the can lights. This way you can put in some warm white CFL's. I haven't had any luck with the enclosed CFL's for the can lights. Seem to take to long to warm up for the larger size. Smaller ones are okay.

Thanks, that is a good idea. I never thought of combining pendants with another fixture. I'll have to see if they have matching ones at the light store. Many thanks - that would likely do the job without having to do cans!