The union that organized nearly 400 Starbucks stores has asked regulators to demand financial disclosures from the coffee chain and its law firm related to their long-running campaign against the organizing effort. Workers United sent a complaint to the Labor Department on Tuesday, arguing that both Starbucks and the firm, Littler Mendelson, should have to […]
Norwegian Cruise Line offers passengers unlimited Starbucks coffees, teas, and Refreshers for $15.54 a day. You have to buy the package for the duration of your trip, and everyone in your cabin has to get it. One TikToker said she paid about $70 for the package and described it as a “really good deal.” Norwegian […]
A consumer advocacy group has filed a lawsuit against Starbucks, claiming the company’s stance that its coffee is ethically sourced is false and misleading. The National Consumers League cited media reports of abuses on farms that supply coffee and tea to Starbucks. The group said the cases cast doubt on Starbucks’ packaging, which says the […]
Starbucks (SBUX) and McDonald’s (MCD) new concept CosMc’s aren’t getting in Dutch Bros’ (BROS) way. “Growing up in the Pacific Northwest with a strong competitor [Starbucks] in our backyard has just made us stronger,” Dutch Bros CEO Christine Barone told Yahoo Finance at the ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida. There’s room for everyone to play […]
It might be hard to forget a coffee chain as ubiquitous as Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) — which seemingly sits on every third corner you pass — but there are some good reasons to look into its smaller competitors, too. One up-and-comer now is Dutch Bros (NYSE: BROS). The Oregon-based drive-thru coffee chain aims to stand […]
Taco Bell is testing frozen iced coffee beverages and shakes. The two-store test in California comes as McDonald’s launches the beverage-focused CosMc’s. I tried the seven frozen drinks, whose flavors range from Mexican Chocolate to Wild Strawberry. Cold fast food beverages are hot these days, and the latest chain to play in the space is […]
Consumers looking for a great meal to kick off their 2024 are in luck, as they should have plenty of fast food and sit-down dining options this New Year’s Day. While Texas Roadhouse will be closed, plenty of other places, like McDonald’s, Red Lobster and Buffalo Wild Wings will be open. Coffee shops such as […]
The new year has arrived, and whether you’re looking to knock out some errands, go on a shopping spree or grab a quick bite to eat, consumers will have plenty of shopping and restaurant options on New Year’s Day. Those looking to visit the bank or drop something in the mail, however, will be out […]
After a federal administrative judge found a Colorado Starbucks worker was illegally fired for organizing a union, that judge ordered the coffee giant to not only rehire her, but issue back pay and write a letter of apology. Barista Alendra ‘Len’ Harris says she feels validated by Judge Ira Sandron’s ruling, which she says also backs up […]