Kim Kardashian’s comfort-wear phenomenon, Skims, has brewed up a new latte in collaboration with Community Goods — one of Los Angeles’ hottest coffee spots — for $7.50. To mark the first anniversary of their Los Angeles flagship, the brand is serving up the Caramel Latte, exclusively at the Skims Sunset shop and the Community Goods … Read more
As tipping prompts pop up everywhere — from coffee counters to convenience stores — many Americans are feeling fed up and confused about what’s appropriate. Now, even former NFL star JJ Watt is weighing in. Watt recently ignited debate on X after questioning whether to tip in a self-service scenario. He asked followers what they would do … Read more
Coffee shops may feel cozy and casual, but one etiquette expert says too many customers forget they are still shared public spaces. “Coffee shops may feel like our living rooms, but they’re really shared living rooms, and shared spaces work best when everyone remembers their manners,” California-based etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grotts told Fox News Digital. In … Read more
Luckin Coffee — China’s largest coffee chain that set up shop in Gotham in June of 2025 and has since been competing with American coffee giants like Starbucks — may just froth over with another win. Centurium Capital Partners, the buyout firm that helped turn around the Chinese coffee market leader, is acquiring the upscale … Read more
The city that never sleeps has a new favorite caffeine cafe. A coffee shop in NYC’s West Village was just named one of the best in the world according to the newly released World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops list. Arcane Estate Coffee, a Panama-focused cafe on Cornelia Street, was ranked No. 12 on the list … Read more
As Americans tighten their wallets, consumers are cutting back on some everyday luxuries — but not coffee. A Dec. 18 report from Placer.ai, an analytics platform, found that coffee chains recorded year-over-year visit growth in 2025, even as restaurants struggled to achieve the same success. The report mentions Scooter’s Coffee, a drive-thru coffee chain headquartered in Nebraska, … Read more
Matcha ado about nothing. Starbucks is kicking off the new year with its winter menu, which officially arrived at coffeehouses on Jan. 6. Say goodbye to the Creme Brulée Latte and other holiday delicacies and hello to flavors of caramel, pistachio and Dubai Chocolate. The winter menu will see the return of fan-favorites as well … Read more
Central Perk will be there for you, New York — but not in the exact way “Friends” superfans might remember. Inspired by the gang’s gathering place on the Warner Bros. megahit TV show (which ran for 10 seasons from 1994 to 2004), a real-life replica of the beloved fake coffeehouse opens its doors in Times … Read more
Starbucks is giving fans another shot at getting the viral Bearista cup. The coffee giant teased in an Instagram post that customers could snag the beary popular cold cup on Monday, Dec. 8 — but they didn’t give many details. “Your chance is in the Starbucks app. Tomorrow, 12/8,” the chain said in the caption of the … Read more
At 3 p.m. on a weekday inside Bushwick’s trendy Dayglow cafe, barista Joshua Thierry bends over a coupe glass on the bar like he’s defusing a bomb. The object of his very close attention is the Twin Peaks, one of the shop’s popular coffee cocktails — a cherry-crowned, crystal-clear “milk punch” that looks exactly like … Read more
Starbucks’ new drinkware is already beary popular — and they’re apologizing for it. On Nov. 6, the coffee chain released its 2025 holiday menu and merchandise, including the already-viral Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup, a 20-ounce vessel shaped like a teddy bear wearing a Starbucks green knitted beanie priced at $29.95. The novelty cup has caused … Read more
The holiday season is brewing. Starbucks officially dropped its holiday menu Thursday, Nov. 6, and there’s plenty of seasonal favorites for fans to look forward to — as well as the grand return of two previously discontinued menu items. The 2025 holiday menu sees some fan-favorite drinks coming back, such as Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée … Read more
Coffee shops are blending artificial intelligence into their brews. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol confirmed that the coffee giant is taking steps to immerse itself in AI experimentation when speaking at Salesforce’s annual Dreamforce event, according to Fortune. Niccol shared details about the internal technology that’s being developed, helping baristas prepare coffees in real time and … Read more
This is truly the witches’ brew. Influencers are bringing hollowed-out pumpkins into Starbucks for employees to use in place of coffee cups. The content creators are demanding that the baristas brew their favorite fall-themed drinks in the gourds to maximize the seasonal experience. However, not everyone is enamored by the new fall trend, with some … Read more
A California coffee shop owner said her business was “flooded with righteous people” after coming under fire for supporting Charlie Kirk. Following the assassination of the Turning Point USA founder, Invita Café in Rancho Santa Fe placed stickers on its coffee cups in his honor. Owner Sara De Luca told Fox News Digital she “didn’t think … Read more
Joe, no! Coffee-crazed New Yorkers were left with a case of the java jitters this week after bean juice giant Starbucks suddenly shuttered dozens of local stores — as part of a controversial $1 billion restructuring plan. A whopping 54 Gotham shops out of a total of just under 200 will be wiped off the retail map, … Read more
It’s a brew-tiful day to get some coffee. Monday, Sept. 29, is National Coffee Day, and there are a latte deals and freebies that are sure to perk up the caffeinated. Here are the offers stirring up the foodie holiday. Dunkin’ On Monday, Sept. 29, Dunkin’ Rewards members can enjoy a free medium hot or … Read more
A core part of Starbucks’ fall menu is finally returning. Ever since the Pumpkin Spice Latte and the rest of the beloved fall goodies returned to Starbucks menus nationwide last month, customers have been clamoring for one forgotten flavor to make a comeback: Apple Crisp. Back in August, when Starbucks teased the return of the … Read more
The Big Apple is apparently not the macchiato mecca everyone thinks it is. A ground-breaking WalletHub survey on the US’s best cities for coffee drinkers found that Portland, Oregon, is the no. 1 metropolis for java junkies — while NYC didn’t make the top 20. “Portland, OR, is the best coffee city, in large part … Read more
There’s controversy brewing with Dunkin’ Rewards. In an email to customers, the donut shop announced updates to their rewards system next month — and they were thrilled to learn they’ll need more points to score free stuff. The “Dunkin’ Rewards Refresh” will see the points needed to redeem freebies increase by as much as 450 … Read more