My Favorites From The Starbucks Holiday 2011 Collection

Oct 31, 11 My Favorites From The Starbucks Holiday 2011 Collection

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On November 3, Christmas (and those coveted planners!) come to Starbucks.Valentine’s Day and Christmas are the two occasions that I get most excited about at Starbucks. Everything from the food to the merchandise and the drinks are aimed to tease and tantalize and this year’s selection succeeds tremendously. Below, my...

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Coffee Drive-Thru and Some Not-To-Be-Missed Holiday Treats

Nov 26, 10 Coffee Drive-Thru and Some Not-To-Be-Missed Holiday Treats

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The Philippines’ first coffee drive-thru and some Christmas treats you must know about.There’s a Starbucks store at the Fort that seems to have sprouted from out of nowhere. Situated off to the side of MC Home Depot, it poses quandaries for those like me who are “directionally challenged,” (i.e. no sense of direction)....

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Wanted: A Better Coffee Bean

Apr 28, 10 Wanted:  A Better Coffee Bean

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I’m thinking about where to get some new beans to try.I’ve just finished a bag of El Salvador Pacamara beans from Starbucks along with some Guatemala Cloudforest Coban imported and roasted by my coffee aficionado friend, Dante. I’m not too keen on Tong’s or Tommy’s Coffee from the weekend market and I want to try...

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On April 12, Meet Coffee’s Best Friend

Apr 07, 10 On April 12, Meet Coffee’s Best Friend

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Can there be a more perfect partner for coffee than a doughnut?Next week, break free from those Monday blues of yours and head to your nearest Starbucks. Beginning April 12, the coffee chain will be serving Top Pot Doughnuts at selected stores and then cascaded nationwide. Aside from the brand name which forms a type of anagram...

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My Coffee-Lovin’ Starbucks Heart

Feb 01, 10 My Coffee-Lovin’ Starbucks Heart

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Customization is a big word in the food world.  Starbucks “takes it to heart” during this month of hearts, most especially with that god-bless-delicious Chocolate Hazelnut and Banana on Marble Loaf sandwich.This February, Starbucks is all about (more!) customization, creating your own drinks and giving customers...

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