2008.02.26
Coffee break!
According to the USA Today, all of Starbucks' 7,100 stores across the country will close three hours early today for barista training. That makes closing time 5:30 p.m. The stores will open again tomorrow at the regularly scheduled time.
It wouldn't surprise me if Starbucks' announcement is what prompted Dunkin' Donuts to offer coffee specials this afternoon. One chain's early closure is another chain's window of opportunity.
Between 1 p.m. and 10 p.m. today, you can get a small latte, cappucino or espresso at Dunkin' Donuts for just 99 cents. So if you're experiencing Starbucks withdrawal symptoms, maybe you should rush out to DD and get your caffeine buzz on.
Too bad I am not headed into Roanoke anyway. I can't afford the gas prices. Thanks for the heads up anyway!
Comment by Amy Hanek — February 26, 2008 @ 2:30 pm
The best part of this is Dunkin Donuts' press release. Their reasoning is, "...to ensure that no coffee lover is denied a delicious espresso-based beverage".
Yes -- lest we deny coffee to the caffeine addicted amongst us. Oh, the humanity.
Comment by Jordan — February 26, 2008 @ 2:58 pm
Wonder if they'll open all of them back up?
http://www.reuters.com/article/ousiv/idUSWNAS851720080131
Comment by Rich — February 26, 2008 @ 4:51 pm
I hate to admit it to myself, but I'm a huge fan of some of Starbucks' concoctions. One winter fave is the peppermint mocha. I also love the white chocolate mocha. It tastes like melted ice cream.
Comment by Kathy — February 27, 2008 @ 12:25 pm