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
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
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
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
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
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
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‘ 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
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
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 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’ 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
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
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
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
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 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
Is it costing you major Star-bucks? The beverage that fuels people’s productivity may be costing them a pretty penny in wages. Java website Coffeeness analyzed how many minutes Americans in each state need to clock to get their daily fix of Starbucks — with Arkansas coming in first in this regard. The bean counters reportedly … Read more
These pregnant mamas are eager to get things moving and grooving. There is a long list of bizarre hacks that pregnant women will try to induce labor — but this new one has experts scratching their heads. Soon-to-be moms on social media are hitting up their local Starbucks to specifically order the iced passion tango … Read more