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Truly, 2007 was a simpler time. The basic action of locating a nearby Starbucks with the first iPhone and giving them a call was the marvel of the age. Since only hardcore Apple fans will remember this, here’s Steve Jobs calling that nearby Starbucks and, in a moment of levity, … Read More
What happens when you order a venti mocha frappuccino with 48 shots, vanilla, soy, matcha, protein powder, strawberry, two bananas, caramel drizzle, Frappuccino chips, vanilla bean, and a bunch of other stuff? You get a drink that costs $47.30. Maybe you’ll breathe a bit easier the next time the hipster … Read More
We can’t deny the convenience of fast food joints, but we also can’t ignore the artery-clogging, blood pressure–spiking, pound-packing effects of regular visits to the drive-thru. Mitigate the damage by choosing fast food items (including beverages) that have less fat, sugar and salt. Also, cut back on calorie-laden sauces, mayo, … Read More
It’s easy to see why Toronto’s “third-wave” indie coffee boom is still going strong. Aside from their indie rock playlists, free WiFi and expertly crafted artisan espresso drinks, it’s simply nice to have an alternative to Starbucks. But at what point does an independent café stop being “indie”? The success … Read More
The Starbucks revolution may have brought espresso and its offspring – lattes, cappuccino and more – into mainstream North American food culture, but we’re of the belief that espresso-making isn’t the exclusive domain of nose-ringed baristas; indeed, a good espresso machine is an essential part of any man’s kitchen. Here, four of … Read More
