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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

Proteinsanity! The wildest foods with added protein — as experts warn they can actually sabotage your diet

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Proteinsanity! The wildest foods with added protein — as experts warn they can actually sabotage your diet

Whey too much! We know that protein is good for us — it increases fullness, reduces appetite and builds muscle — but does it really need to be packed into every single thing we eat, including junk food? Starbucks recently launched a new menu of protein-boosted beverages, while the makers of Pop-Tarts and Doritos just … 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

Is ‘proffee’ the secret to getting more protein? What to know about the viral health craze as Starbucks launches new menu items

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Is ‘proffee’ the secret to getting more protein? What to know about the viral health craze as Starbucks launches new menu items

That’s a latte gains! Protein maxxing — pushing past protein guidelines to build bulk, bounce back and feel full faster — is the latest culinary craze. Coffee connoisseurs are even sneaking it into their morning mugs. Nearly half (47%) of Americans believe that daybreak is the best time to get their protein fill, a recent … 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

Petitioners push for Starbucks to memorialize Charlie Kirk’s signature order on their menu

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Petitioners push for Starbucks to memorialize Charlie Kirk’s signature order on their menu

A group of Charlie Kirk supporters is petitioning Starbucks to honor the slain conservative activist by adding his signature tea order to menus nationwide. The campaign, called “Get Charlie Kirk’s Starbucks Order On Every Starbucks Menu,” was launched on Change.org on Sept. 14. In the petition description, the organizer wrote that Kirk’s murder has left “millions of people around … Read more

Is there a fast-food price war looming? Companies face difficult challenge if they go too high

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Is there a fast-food price war looming? Companies face difficult challenge if they go too high

Rising menu prices have caused traffic to dip at fast-food restaurants as economic concerns push their core customers to rein in discretionary spending.  But fast-food companies that are already grappling with margin pressures face a difficult challenge: They risk alienating the very households that have long sustained their business if they raise prices too much. McDonald’s … 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

Creator of Starbucks’ most iconic drink reveals it almost didn’t make menus — and had a different name

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Creator of Starbucks’ most iconic drink reveals it almost didn’t make menus — and had a different name

Pumpkin spice wasn’t always so nice. The iconic pumpkin-spiced latte from Starbucks that went on to create a whole pumpkin spice industry almost didn’t make the cut. In 2003, the coffee giant set out to create a fall-inspired drink that featured flavors that were comfortable and warm. The iconic PSL from Starbucks almost didn’t make … Read more

Move over, Starbucks and Dunkin’ — this chain shockingly has the cheapest coffee in America

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Move over, Starbucks and Dunkin’ — this chain shockingly has the cheapest coffee in America

An iced coffee can cost a latte these days, which can hurt the wallets of java junkies. Cups from cute coffee shops are usually the more expensive option, though coffee from fast-food and fast-casual chains can quickly add up. Coffee from fast-food and fast-casual chains can still add up. ahirao – stock.adobe.com With coffee prices … 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

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 finally reveals its ‘secret menu’ with new app-exclusive drinks

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Starbucks finally reveals its ‘secret menu’ with new app-exclusive drinks

Good news for coffee lovers: Starbucks is now lifting the veil on its “secret menu,” and no memorization is needed. The company announced on Monday that secret menu drinks are currently accessible on the Starbucks mobile app. “[The] Starbucks ‘secret menu’ has been a thing for years, but today, it’s official,” the announcement read. “Beginning July 14, Starbucks Rewards … 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 will improve menu to fit ‘MAHA’ initiative, RFK Jr. says

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Starbucks will improve menu to fit ‘MAHA’ initiative, RFK Jr. says

Starbucks’ top executive has agreed to further align its menu with the Trump administration’s health goals under its “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, according to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy, who has been examining the nation’s food system to address the root causes of childhood chronic disease, said in a … Read more

RFK Jr. says Starbucks will ‘MAHA its menu’ — and praises chain for avoiding artificial dyes and flavors

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RFK Jr. says Starbucks will ‘MAHA its menu’ — and praises chain for avoiding artificial dyes and flavors

Starbucks’ top executive has agreed to further align its menu with the Trump administration’s health goals under its “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, according to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy, who has been examining the nation’s food system to address the root causes of childhood chronic disease, said in a … Read more

Fast-food giant’s stronghold on customer satisfaction outshines other restaurants

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Fast-food giant’s stronghold on customer satisfaction outshines other restaurants

Americans have a lot of choices when they want to eat out, whether it be at a fast-food chain or a full-service restaurant, with customer satisfaction being a significant factor in where they go.  A new report from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ASCI) offers insight into how brands stack up in terms of customer satisfaction.  In … Read more

Starbucks set to debut a new drink — packed with protein: ‘This thing is going to be a rocket’

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Starbucks set to debut a new drink — packed with protein: ‘This thing is going to be a rocket’

Even Starbucks is hopping on the protein trend. If you’ve been on the internet in recent months, you’ve probably seen an increase in interest in protein-heavy food and drinks. Now, Starbucks is testing a new way to instantly add a whopping 15 grams of protein to nearly any beverage. The coffee giant is testing a … Read more