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Cops Show Up After Mother Changes Son's Diaper in Starbucks

Drew Weisholtz — Sun, 19 May 2013 19:06:48 +0000

To change or not to change. That is the question. A woman in Denver caused controversy last week when she changed her one-year-old son’s diaper in the seating area of a Starbucks because the establishment didn’t have a changing table. Ruth Burgos said she had no choice: “As a mother, you have to do what [...]

Starbucks Releases Their Most Expensive Cup Of Coffee Ever

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:29:43 +0000

Ever heard the expression "that and a dime will get you a cup of coffee"? Well, not that long ago a cup of coffee did cost a dime. (And you can still get a cup for well less than a dollar in many places.)

Of course, Starbucks began blowing the lid off the coffee price structure about 15 years ago. Now the average latte at the ubiquitous chain costs around four bucks. And if java lovers want a Grande-sized cup of Starbucks' newest coffee, Costa Rica Finca Palmilera, they will have to shell out $7.

Warning to Local Bakeries: Starbucks Is Testing Croissants, Other Pastries

Mike Adams — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 16:11:51 +0000

After putting your local coffee shop out of business years ago, Starbucks is looking to do the same to that bakery down the street. The coffee behemoth recently announced plans to begin testing various warm pastries, croissants and other baked items in hopes that their success will ultimately lead to national distribution. Nine stores in [...]

Starbucks Is Everywhere — Even in Funeral Homes [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 14:28:31 +0000

At most funeral homes, tissues and condolences are all that’s typically offered to the grieving. But at one South Carolina mortuary, you’ll also be able to boost your spirits with a Starbucks latte. The Robinson Funeral Home in Easley is about to get the town’s first Starbucks franchise, which will be located in a new [...]

Here's How to Order Items from Starbucks' Secret Menu

Don Deane — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:06:31 +0000

Coffee aficionados, listen up: there are more than a dozen off-the-menu drinks you can order at Starbucks. So, how does one partake of this “secret” menu? Easy. The trick is how you order and we can help. Want a “Raspberry Cheesecake”? Then order a White Chocolate Mocha and add a few pumps of raspberry. Hankering [...]

Starbucks New Ingredient Inside The Strawberry Frappuccino

Dave Wheeler — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:29:04 +0000

What's not to love about drinking a Frappuccino? They usually are pretty delicious and make any dull day an exciting one. Ok, maybe I’m pushing it. You have to agree they are pretty delicious and nice to look at. Have you ever wondered how they get those pink colors? Warning: This may change your whole outlook on these delicious treats.

Starbucks vs. Dunkin' Donuts — Which Is Better?

TheFW Staff — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:45:10 +0000

In one corner, we have Starbucks, the coffee conglomerate that brought the urban coffee shop vibe to people all around the world. All people have to do is look for that green, wavy-haired mermaid to get their caffeine fix.

In the other, we have Dunkin’ Donuts, the coffee brand that “America runs on” and has been around since the first Massachusetts location opened in 1950. It’s not just the location for great coffee, but great donuts, too!

All New Starbucks Stained Shirt For $85

Dave Wheeler — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:42:10 +0000

Some businesses have top notch marketing people on their end to turn really lame products into something amazing. Look at the Snuggie, How stupid right? People buy them by the dozen though. I wish I knew their tricks, I'd try to be a millionaire. So let's look at another horrible product people will pay top dollars for, the all new Starbucks stained shirt!