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- May 12, 2010
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- Now Florida but always a Kentuckian
Diane mentioned Starbucks in one of the coffee threads. One can't talk about coffee without talking about this company.
Today they are the largest coffeehouse company in the world with over 20,000 stores in 62 countries.
Starbucks started in Seattle, Washington in 1971. It was started by three friends, Jerry Baldwin, Zev Siegl and Gordon Bowker. They operated one store that roasted and ground coffee.
In 1984 the original owners sold their stores in Washington and the new owner started idea of the coffeehouse as seen by him after a trip to Italy. The coffeehouse idea was where people could get together, talk, read, etc. and drink coffee. Today Starbucks not only sells coffees, but other hot and cold beverages, pastries, sandwiches and other snacks.
Do you know how the owners came up with the name Starbucks? It is from the Moby Dick story. The first mate was named Starbuck. They felt this a good name as reflected sea going ships and how they brought coffee to the country.
See Starbucks home site for other history and all the products they sell.
I have to admit my husband and I frequent Starbucks several times a week. We have their gold card. This entitles you to a free drink, any kind and size you want, after you buy so much. You also get a free drink, any kind on your birthday. It is for us excellent coffee and they serve many types that all have an unique taste.
I guess one could say coffee is the world's favorite beverage and has been for many years.
Today they are the largest coffeehouse company in the world with over 20,000 stores in 62 countries.
Starbucks started in Seattle, Washington in 1971. It was started by three friends, Jerry Baldwin, Zev Siegl and Gordon Bowker. They operated one store that roasted and ground coffee.
In 1984 the original owners sold their stores in Washington and the new owner started idea of the coffeehouse as seen by him after a trip to Italy. The coffeehouse idea was where people could get together, talk, read, etc. and drink coffee. Today Starbucks not only sells coffees, but other hot and cold beverages, pastries, sandwiches and other snacks.
Do you know how the owners came up with the name Starbucks? It is from the Moby Dick story. The first mate was named Starbuck. They felt this a good name as reflected sea going ships and how they brought coffee to the country.
See Starbucks home site for other history and all the products they sell.
I have to admit my husband and I frequent Starbucks several times a week. We have their gold card. This entitles you to a free drink, any kind and size you want, after you buy so much. You also get a free drink, any kind on your birthday. It is for us excellent coffee and they serve many types that all have an unique taste.
I guess one could say coffee is the world's favorite beverage and has been for many years.