Starbucks offers wireless device charging stations

November 19, 2014

Customers can place compatible devices on designated 'Powermat Spots' and charge them wirelessly.

How a hotel became a hot fast casual concept

by Brenda Rick Smith — Editor, Networld Media Group

Marriott transformed its Courtyard food and beverage offerings away from the traditional buffet into a new fast casual format, resulting in a 27-percent jump…

Starbucks adds holiday Panini

November 17, 2014

The Holiday Turkey & Stuffing Panini features turkey, cranberry-herbed stuffing and turkey gravy on a focaccia roll.

Starbucks unpacks a sleigh full of holiday promotions

November 12, 2014

In addition to featuring five holiday beverages, Starbucks is rolling out a new line of drinkware and redesigned gift cards.

Starbucks opens Military Community Stores

November 7, 2014

Starbucks has opened its first two Starbucks Military Community Stores at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near Tacoma, Washington and Joint Base San Antonio in Texas.

No traffic, no problem: Starbucks plans to take the coffee to the customer in 2015

October 31, 2014

Consumers are staying away from brick and mortar stores in favor of online shopping, slowing traffic growth in Starbucks' stores. Starbucks is navigating the…

Forget Apple: Starbucks wants to rule mobile payments

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

October 31, 2014

United States consumers made $1.3 billion in mobile payments in 2013 and the coffee retailer accounted for over 90 percent of those purchases.

Starbucks set to roll out mobile ordering in 2015

October 17, 2014

Starbucks will roll out mobile order and pay across the US in 2015, according to a statement for the coffee giant.

Pay increases, dress code updates in the works for Starbucks partners

October 17, 2014

In a letter to Starbucks partners in the US, COO Troy Alstead outlined a number of personnel policy updates and perks that will take effect over the next…

1,000 Starbucks partners enroll in college classes through partnership

October 7, 2014

Starbucks partnered with Arizona State University for its College Achievement Plan, which will help learners earn their bachelor's degrees.

Starbucks, HBO teaming up for Veteran's Day concert

October 3, 2014

The concert will feature performers Eminem, Jamie Foxx, Dave Grohl, Metallica, John Oliver, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, Carrie Underwood and more.

Starbucks opens Community Store in Seoul

October 2, 2014

A portion from every purchase at the store will go to Green Umbrella ChildFund Korea to support skills development for youth.

Starbucks will serve Fairtrade expresso exclusively on Canadian campuses

October 2, 2014

Customer demand for Fairtrade certified coffees continues to be strongest on college and university campuses in Canada.

Starbucks will offer 10th anniversary special edition of Ray Charles' 'Genius Loves Company'

September 25, 2014

The two-disc edition includes the full-length album, bonus tracks and special packaging.

Starbucks set to purchase remaining Starbucks Japan shares for $913.5 million

September 24, 2014

With franchise rights set to expire, Starbucks Japan partner Sazaby approached Starbucks about selling its ownership stake.

Starbucks testing stout-flavored latte offering

September 22, 2014

The non-alcoholic offering gets its flavor from a syrup.

Starbucks redesigns Android app

September 18, 2014

Starbucks has redesigned its Android app, adding several new features.

Seattle Seahawks become baristas-for-a-day to raise money for charity

September 17, 2014

Seahawks coach, players served up drinks to benefit a local Seattle charity.

Thinking small: Starbucks testing a 10-ounce Frappuccino

September 17, 2014

Starbucks is the latest restaurant to test the waters with smaller offerings for the budget and diet conscious customer.

Starbucks introducing three new single-source coffees for grocery stores

September 15, 2014

Shoppers will be able to choose from three new single-source Starbucks coffees rolling out to grocery stores in mid-September.