coffee shops

Starbucks CEO touts mind-reading ‘AI barista’ that predicts coffee orders before customers arrive

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Starbucks CEO touts mind-reading ‘AI barista’ that predicts coffee orders before customers arrive

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

Influencers bashed for forcing Starbucks baristas to make their fall-themed lattes inside carved-out pumpkins: ‘Health violation’

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Influencers bashed for forcing Starbucks baristas to make their fall-themed lattes inside carved-out pumpkins: ‘Health violation’

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

Coffee shop hit with hate for Charlie Kirk tribute sees sales surge as ‘righteous people’ show up

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Coffee shop hit with hate for Charlie Kirk tribute sees sales surge as ‘righteous people’ show up

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

NYC’s 5 best Starbucks dupes — where to get your fix as coffee giant shutters Big Apple stores

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NYC’s 5 best Starbucks dupes — where to get your fix as coffee giant shutters Big Apple stores

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

National Coffee Day 2025 deals and freebies: Dunkin’, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme and more

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National Coffee Day 2025 deals and freebies: Dunkin’, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme and 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

Starbucks fans are freaking out over return of popular fall drink: ‘It’s not fall without it’

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Starbucks fans are freaking out over return of popular fall drink: ‘It’s not fall without it’

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

Best cities for coffee drinkers revealed — and New York’s java junkies may want to consider a move

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Best cities for coffee drinkers revealed — and New York’s java junkies may want to consider a move

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

Dunkin’ Rewards changes will make free coffees harder to get — here’s how they’ll affect the new fall menu

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Dunkin’ Rewards changes will make free coffees harder to get — here’s how they’ll affect the new fall menu

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

Dunkin’ is giving away free, reusable Sabrina Carpenter cups — but you’d better act fast to snag one

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Dunkin’ is giving away free, reusable Sabrina Carpenter cups — but you’d better act fast to snag one

That’s that me espresso. Dunkin’ is giving out “Espresso” singer Sabrina Carpenter reusable cups on Friday, Sept. 12 at participating locations. “Our reusable Sabrina cups will be free with purchase of any Daydream Refresher, while supplies last. Limited quantities, so get yours while you can!” the coffee giant announced on Instagram. Dunkin’ is giving out … Read more

Starbucks is jumping on the protein bandwagon with 2 new drinks — and coffee lovers are divided: ‘Leave my double espresso alone’

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Starbucks is jumping on the protein bandwagon with 2 new drinks — and coffee lovers are divided: ‘Leave my double espresso alone’

You can skip that tired ol’ protein shake — Starbucks is now serving gains in a grande. Come September 29, your favorite coffee giant is rolling out permanent Protein Cold Foams and Protein Lattes.  Each Protein Cold Foam packs a punch with 15 grams of protein per grande and comes in flavors like vanilla, chocolate, … Read more

A swell time: Why this Rhode Island surf scene more than rivals the West Coast

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A swell time: Why this Rhode Island surf scene more than rivals the West Coast

Think Cali holds the monopoly on surfing in the continental US? Kook, please. “California surfing is garbage,” says Peter Panagiotis, pointing to the Golden State’s hyper-crowded waters and beaches with their overly rude surfer dude ‘tudes. His aka is Peter Pan — a sobriquet very apt for the young-at-heart 75-year-old, who started at 13, and … Read more

Starbucks scraps scores of grab-and-go locations — here’s what that means for mobile ordering

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Starbucks scraps scores of grab-and-go locations — here’s what that means for mobile ordering

Starbucks‘ grab-and-go windows are on their way out. The coffee giant plans to close a good portion of its 80 or 90 locations that only offer mobile order pickups during the 2026 fiscal year as part of its “back to Starbucks” initiative. As of now, Starbucks hasn’t specified which locations will shutter or when. “This … Read more

Coffee buckets are the latest kooky caffeine trend for jittery java junkies: ‘I’d be on the toilet for days’

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Coffee buckets are the latest kooky caffeine trend for jittery java junkies: ‘I’d be on the toilet for days’

That’s a whole latte java. The latest kooky caffeine trend to take hold among fiends is bigger than ever — literally. Venti, Trenta? No longer big enough. This summer, everyone’s turning to coffee buckets — clear, colossally-sized plastic takeout carriers filled with jitter-making iced joe and complete with handle for carrying ease. One six-second video from … Read more

Viral TikTok video sparks online debate over common coffee act

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Viral TikTok video sparks online debate over common coffee act

Few rituals are as sacred to Aussies as the coffee run. Whether you’re ducking into your work’s cafe before tackling the 9-5 grind or taking a quick break with colleagues for a 3 p.m. pick-me-up. Yet, why, for something so central to our daily lives, do we never quite know how to handle that awkward … Read more

Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is coming back early for fall — here’s when you’ll be able to get the popular drink

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Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is coming back early for fall — here’s when you’ll be able to get the popular drink

Fall is coming early to Starbucks. The coffee giant is bringing the beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte back to menus nearly a month before fall even begins. PSL fans will be able to get the iconic autumnal beverage starting Aug. 26, Starbucks announced. Starbucks announced the Pumpkin Spice Latte will return August 26. Starbucks In addition, … Read more

Starbucks launches new ‘blended’ drinks for summer: ‘Modern take on a classic’

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Starbucks launches new ‘blended’ drinks for summer: ‘Modern take on a classic’

Starbucks is stirring things up this summer. Starting July 8, the coffee giant will officially introduce the brand-new Strato Frappuccino Blended Beverage to menus nationwide. Inspired by the Italian word “strato,” which means “layer,” the drinks layer the Frappuccino with different cold foam flavors and colors. “Strato” is an Italian word for “layer.” Starbucks The … Read more

Starbucks announces shock change to its rewards program — here’s how to score free drinks

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Starbucks announces shock change to its rewards program — here’s how to score free drinks

Starbucks announced a major change to its reward system. The coffee giant is making it a little harder to rack up Stars this summer, meaning it may take longer for rewards members to gain enough for a free drink. Starting June 24, the points received for using your own to-go reusable cup are changing, according … Read more

Starbucks debuts its 4 new, hotly anticipated summer Frappuccino flavors

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Starbucks debuts its 4 new, hotly anticipated summer Frappuccino flavors

Starbucks is brewing up new Frappuccinos this summer. The coffee giant announced that it will launch four new Frappuccino flavors for the summer, coming this July. The new blended beverages include Salted Caramel Mocha, Strawberry Matcha and Brown Sugar — all of which come topped with cold foam — as well as the Firework Frappuccino. … Read more

The buzziest new bars, clubs and party spots in the Hamptons

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The buzziest new bars, clubs and party spots in the Hamptons

Regulars know the Hamptons is more than a place to hit the beach and unwind for hours by the pool. Every summer, the eastern tip of Long Island transforms into a social hot spot, a place for the world’s elite to gather, let loose and have one too many drinks somewhere fabulous. There are, of … Read more

Coffee prices are skyrocketing again — beat the latest surge with this simple, science-based hack

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Coffee prices are skyrocketing again — beat the latest surge with this simple, science-based hack

This trick will help your daily grind. Java junkies can stretch their dollar and coffee beans farther by simply changing their water-pouring technique — just in time for coffee prices to spike faster than your caffeinated energy. A new study published in the journal Physics of Fluids found that a certain pour and kettle can … Read more