Tag: Starbucks
Recovery Mode: Last year started off shaky, but operators saw light...
While foodservice operators continued to struggle in the first half of 2021, the latter part of the year signaled the beginning of the climb...
From the Editor: Thirst for Change
When COVID-19 reared its ugly head in early 2020, the world suddenly and irrevocably changed. In the blink of an eye, the foodservice-and-hospitality industry...
From the Desk of NPD: QSRs have endured despite pandemic challenges
Doesn’t it sometimes seem that there is a quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain located on every street corner in Canada? I pass by as many...
Coffee and tea segments continue to see post-pandemic shifts
As with many other segments, pandemic business conditions have created unique challenges for coffee- and tea-focused establishments. As Bret Yonke, senior manager, Research &...
Starbucks Announces Return of Pumpkin Spice
TORONTO — Starbucks’ iconic pumpkin-spice lineup has returned for the fall season across the U.S. and Canada.
Returning menu items include the Pumpkin Spice Latte,...
Fast-Food Companies in Canada Failing at Chicken Welfare, Says New Global...
TORONTO — World Animal Protection released its third-annual global assessment investigating the welfare of chickens raised for their meat and supplied to the world’s...
The Annual Green Report Examines How Sustainability Remains a Strong Part...
While many operators have been focused largely on survival for more than a year, the reality remains that environmental responsibility and sustainable practices remain...
Starbucks Testing Re-Usable Cup Program
SEATTLE — Starbucks has launched a two-month trial of a re-usable cup program at select Seattle locations.
“Promoting re-usability is an important part of Starbucks...
Starbucks Canada and Aeroplan Launch Loyalty Partnership
TORONTO — Starbucks Canada and Aeroplan have partnered to allow Canadians to link their Starbucks Rewards and Aeroplan accounts.
By linking their accounts at aircanada.com, members...
Starbucks CFO Retiring in February
SEATTLE — Starbucks Corporation EVP and CFO Patrick Grismer announced he will retire effective February 1. At this time, Rachel Ruggeri, SVP of Finance,...
