28th August 2017 – Starbucks has introduced a brand-new Latte with Turmeric to its menu, available in stores across greater London from today.

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The warming drink is made by steaming milk with aromatic turmeric powder and spices and poured over espresso - bringing a new twist to the much-loved latte. The delicious golden coloured milk is one of the latest trends on the high street and makes beautiful Instagram-able latte art.

There are thousands of ways to personalise your latte at Starbucks by choosing dairy alternatives such as Almond or Coconut – which both complement the warm flavours of Turmeric.

The new Latte with Turmeric is available in almost 200 stores across greater London from 28th August 2017, for £2.65 for a short.

The warming drink is made by steaming milk with aromatic turmeric powder and spices and poured over espresso - bringing a new twist to the much-loved latte.

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Starbucks Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Send a Cow join forces to help 3,000 people in Rwanda with the new Coffee + Cows project

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26th July 2017; Starbucks has collaborated on a new project with international development charity, Send a Cow, to help farming communities in Rwanda develop effective and sustainable farming practices. Today’s launch of the three-year Coffee + Cows project will directly benefit over 3,000 people by providing them with training in sustainable farming techniques, gender and social development, and the supply of livestock.

Starbucks and Send a Cow’s partnership began when Starbucks partners (employees) visited a project run by the charity in Rwanda during a company trip to visit coffee farms. Partners were so inspired by their experience, they began a fundraising campaign in Starbucks UK stores for Send a Cow. This activity raised £100,000, which is equivalent to 153 farming families being provided with a dairy cow.

For the Coffee + Cows project launching today, Starbucks will be donating 50p from every sale of at-home coffee sold in stores, including bags of whole bean coffee, espresso capsules and VIA.* Customers will also see the Send a Cow partnership displayed on Starbucks Chilled Classics range of chilled coffees, found in supermarkets and local convenience stores, until October.

Through the partnership Send a Cow and Starbucks will:

Support over 3,000 people to have access to a reliable food source, improved nutrition and the help to step-up out of poverty

Provide over 2,300 hours of training that will teach essential skills in sanitation, gender equality, agronomy, sustainable farming practices and entrepreneurship

Provide life changing resources of livestock (cows, goats, chickens), tools, fruit trees and seeds

Martin Brok, president, Starbucks EMEA said: “This partnership was born from the passion of our partners, something we are incredibly proud of. We want to raise awareness of the essential work Send a Cow do to help farming communities in East Africa, through the at-home coffee sold in our stores and our chilled coffees in supermarkets. We are committed to ethically sourcing the coffee we serve, and that includes giving back to the farmers who grow such a wonderful product for us to enjoy. We’re looking forward to sharing this message with our customers and seeing how our donation is supporting Send a Cow projects in Rwanda.”

Send a Cow CEO, Paul Stuart said: ‘‘We have built a fantastic partnership with the team at Starbucks and we are delighted to launch the new Coffee + Cows project today. Our two organisations share many of the same values and commitment to supporting smallholder farmers and a responsibility to encouraging sustainable practices. We are looking forward to working together to implement real change to communities in Rwanda.’’

*From 27th July 2017 to 6th September 2017, to a maximum value of £100,000.

Starbucks is proud to have reached the milestone of 99% certified ethically sourced coffee through its Coffee and Farmer Equity (C.A.F.E) Practices, developed with Conservation International. C.A.F.E. Practices is a set of sustainability standards, which are designed to help farmers grow coffee in a way that’s better for both people and the planet. Over one million coffee farmers on four continents have benefitted from the programme. Starbucks is also a founding member of the Sustainable Coffee Challenge with Conservation International, with an ambition to make coffee the first sustainable agricultural commodity in the world. 

Starbucks has collaborated on a new project with international development charity, Send a Cow, to help farming communities in Rwanda develop effective and sustainable farming practices.

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Starbucks unveils new Strawberries &amp; Cream Frappuccino recipe with 12% less added sugar

Since 2003 Starbucks has brought its own twist to the classic strawberries and cream British summer time favourite with the Strawberries &amp; Cream Frappuccino. This year the drink is back in stores and now contains 12% less added sugar.

The Strawberries &amp; Cream Frappuccino blends a new strawberry sauce containing real strawberries with milk and ice, topped with a swirl of whipped cream and is the perfect accompaniment whether you’re watching a summers’ sporting event, lazing in the park or enjoying a stroll in the warm summers evening.

The Frappuccino is available in stores across the UK, starting at £3.40 for a Tall size. Bring on summer!

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Since 2003 Starbucks has brought its own twist to the classic strawberries and cream British summer time favourite with the Strawberries &amp; Cream Frappuccino. This year the drink is back in stores and now contains 12% less added sugar.&nbsp;

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The time has finally come! For the very first time, Starbucks is launching Nitro Cold Brew in Paris. Available in the beautifully Capucines store in Paris, this delicious new trendy drink is bound to take the city by storm. It will be available in 30 Parisians stores in total by the summer. Two news delicious cold coffees are joining this launch: Cold Brew Vanilla Sweet Cream and Iced Cappuccino.

What exactly is Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew? It’s a coffee made from Latin American and African beans that have been steeped and brewed in cold water for over 20 hours by Starbucks baristas. This coffee is then infused with nitrogen, a process which unlocks the natural sweetness of the Cold Brew coffee and its velvety texture. This coffee is served cold from a tap, unsweetened and without ice, in order to fully savour its taste.

Available from May, 3rd at Capucines store, in Paris, Nitro Cold Brew will be also available, from May, 8th in 5 other stores in Paris region, and then, 25 furthers will follow in Paris this summer bringing it to 30 stores across the city in total.

This innovation marks the next stage in Starbuck’s cold coffee development. As well as Nitro Cold Brew, from 4th May customers can also enjoy a range of new products, such as the Cold Brew Vanilla Sweet Cream. This traditional Cold Brew coffee is poured over ice and then topped with a delicious vanilla sweet cream which floats atop the beverage for a few moments before cascading down. The Iced Cappuccino is also making its debut on the Starbucks menu. This rich and full-bodied espresso is poured over ice, slightly sweetened and topped with a special cold foam made with skimmed milk. Finally, to shake up your normal Starbucks order, why not order your favourite coffee in its cold version?

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For the very first time, Starbucks is launching Nitro Cold Brew in Paris. Available in the beautifully Capucines store in Paris, this delicious new trendy drink is bound to take the city by storm. It will be available in 30 Parisians stores in total by the summer.&nbsp;

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New Starbucks store opens offering rare and exquisite small- lot coffees

The world’s leading coffee company opens Qatar’s first Starbucks store with Reserve coffee, served on a Clover® Brewing System, at the Doha Festival City - Qatar’s largest entertainment, fashion and dining destination.

The opening of the first Starbucks store with Reserve coffee offers connoisseurs an immersive coffee experience and an opportunity to enjoy the range of specially selected, rare and exquisite coffees. Each coffee is one-of-a-kind, sourced from small coffee growing regions in Latin America, Africa and Asia/ Pacific islands. The store is also home to the unique Clover® brewing system which will be available to customers for the first time in Qatar. The Clover® brewing system uses innovative Vacuum-Press™ technology to create every cup of coffee right in front of the customer. It controls brewing time and temperature digitally, as even small changes can dramatically affect the outcome of the coffee’s taste.

In addition, the store will also offer other premium brewing methods including Siphon, Chemex, Pour-Over and Coffee Press. Each brewing method brings out different notes and flavours of the coffee, offering customers a unique taste profiles when offered through the different brewing techniques.

“People who really love coffee are always searching for new sensory experiences from their favourite beverage,” said John Smith, Senior Operation Manger – Starbucks Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. “With the opening of Qatar’s first Starbucks store with Reserve, we aim to give consumers everything their passion for coffee demands: exquisite rare beans from exotic locations selected by our master brewers for the ultimate coffee taste experience. This opening is a very proud moment for us, and we invite everyone who loves coffee to come and taste this wonderful range.”

The new store offers a stunning environment with traditional references through calligraphy and hand painted artwork applied onto herringbone timer wall, weathered copper detailed and stone cladding. Arabic mesh details are inherent in the design and references of handpicked coffees from farmlands around the world give dimension and warmth, creating a comfortable ambiance for customers.

Three Reserve coffees will be on offered at the store opening – Nicaragua Maracatura, Nicaragua La Roca, and Costa Rica Vista Del Mar Yellow Honey. The store will also offer Starbucks core range of food and beverages that are known and loved by customers in Qatar.

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The world&rsquo;s leading coffee company opens Qatar&rsquo;s first Starbucks store with Reserve coffee, served on a Clover Brewing System, at the Doha Festival City - Qatar&rsquo;s largest entertainment, fashion and dining destination.&nbsp;

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Starbucks is doubling its offer of espresso capsules from four to eight to give customers even more variety of coffees to enjoy at home.

The new capsules, compatible with Nespresso®* machines, introduce a blonde roast lungo and decaffeinated option to the assortment. With the expansion of the range, Starbucks is giving customers more choice to try lighter roasts, popular in French households. As a tribute to Starbucks proud history of sourcing and roasting coffee, these new capsules contain blends created by Starbucks over 40 years ago. The capsules will be available at selected retailers and in all Starbucks retail stores across France. The capsules will also be available to purchase online at Starbucks.fr. 

Blonde Espresso Roast: Made with coffee beans from Latin America and Africa, it awakens the senses with bright, sweet citrus notes and a smooth body.

Veranda Blend Lungo: A homage to Latin America, this coffee goes back to the company beginnings. Subtle with delicate nuances of soft cocoa and lightly toasted nuts, it’s the perfect way to unwind.

House Blend Lungo: This blend of fine Latin American beans was originally the very first blend ever created back in 1971. With its delicate tastes of nuts and cocoa, it’s a perfect balance of aroma, body and flavour with just a touch of sweetness from the roast.

Decaf Espresso Roast: All the body of our Espresso Roast, but decaffeinated. A full-bodied blend with a rich aroma and a hint of caramel, the same that is at the heart of our handcrafted lattes.

The company is working to minimise waste inside and outside stores, and would like to encourage customers to dispose of their capsules in store so that they may be recycled. Customers can collect a recycling bag at their local Starbucks® store or add it to their shopping cart for free when shopping at the Starbucks online store. For convenience, we accept all Nespresso®* compatible capsules in our recycling bag. 

*Third party brand with no link with Starbucks Coffee Company

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After successfully launching new espresso capsules in 2016, Starbucks is expanding its range with four new coffees.&nbsp;The new capsules, compatible with Nespresso&reg;* machines, introduce a blonde roast lungo and decaffeinated option to the assortment.

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Starbucks Roastery Coming to Milan in 2018

Located at the historic turn-of-the-century Palazzo Delle Poste building on Piazza Cordusio, this one-of-a-kind 25,500 square foot retail space will feature the company&rsquo;s premium, small batch, Reserve coffees served in a variety of brewing methods.

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UK is first market in Europe to launch Nitro Cold Brew at the Starbucks Reserve Bar in London’s Covent Garden

Up to 100 further stores to roll out Nitro Cold Brew this summer

23rd February 2017; Starbucks has introduced Nitro Cold Brew on tap at its first location in the UK in London, with plans to rollout to up to 100 more stores around the country this summer. The launch of Nitro Cold Brew in the UK follows a successful nationwide launch of Starbucks Cold Brew in 2015.

Nitro Cold Brew takes the existing Starbucks Cold Brew recipe and infuses it with nitrogen to unlock the super-smooth, natural sweetness of the coffee, which then cascades from the tap with a velvety and creamy texture that customers can see and taste. It is deliciously cold and served unsweetened, without ice, to highlight the flavour the cold brewing process brings out in the coffee.

The arrival of Nitro Cold Brew marks Starbucks next chapter of cold coffee innovation in Europe, by offering customers a wider choice. Maria Sebastian, senior vice president Brand, Starbucks EMEA said: “This is an entirely different kind of cold coffee experience – one we think will revolutionise the category and the way our customers think about our cold coffee menu. London is one of the most competitive coffee markets and so we’re delighted to bring this to our customers here first, with plans to bring it to more stores around the country this summer. We have an exciting year planned, bringing our expertise in hot coffee to cold, and demonstrating our investments in coffee-forward product innovations combined with the passion of our skilled baristas.”

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With more than 25,000 stores, Starbucks is in 75 countries around the globe. That means Starbucks and its partners (employees) wearing the company’s iconic green apron are a part of thousands of communities worldwide. From handcrafted beverages and immersive coffee experiences to hands-on volunteer work and programs that embrace a community’s unique needs, here are some Starbucks top stories from markets outside the U.S. in 2016.

1. First International Roastery Announced

The most premium Starbucks retail experience is its Roastery in Seattle. Since opening two years ago in Seattle, the Starbucks® Reserve Roastery has become recognized as the most dynamic and immersive coffee retail experience in the world. That experience will be shared by many more customers as Starbucks opens its next Roastery in Shanghai in 2017. <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/first-starbucks-roastery-coming-to-shanghai">In May, Starbucks announced</a> its first international Roastery will be located along Nanjing Road (West), one of the world’s busiest shopping destinations. The Roastery will be part of the HKRI Taikoo Hui Project, Shanghai’s newest premium world-class retail, office and hotel area. In 2018, Roasteries <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-new-york-roastery-announcement">will open in New York City</a> and in Tokyo. Located in the Nakameguro district, an upscale neighborhood known for its exclusive boutiques and art galleries, <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-reserve-roastery-coming-to-tokyo">the Japan Roastery</a> will be designed in collaboration with Kengo Kuma, a world-renowned architect and founder of Kuma Lab at the University of Tokyo. A fifth Roastery location in Europe will be announced early next year.

2. Creating Opportunity at Starbucks First Stores in South Africa

In April, Starbucks arrived in South Africa with <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-opens-its-first-south-african-store">its first store opening in Johannesburg</a> at the corner of Cradock Heights and Tyrwhitt Avenue in Johannesburg’s Rosebank neighborhood. The company has since <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-opens-first-store-in-pretoria-south-africa">opened other stores</a> in the country. Starbucks partnered with Taste Holdings, a South African-based management group, to create the stores and new job opportunities for South Africans. Out of a working-age population of 38 million in South Africa, 22 million citizens haven’t completed high school and 8 million are jobless. Changing Lanes is a five-day program was developed by Taste Holdings and the nonprofit Khulisa Social Solutions to prepare unemployed South Africans for the workplace and to help them find jobs. Many of <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-and-changing-lanes-create-a-path-for-south-africans">the store partners in South Africa</a> have been through the Changing Lanes program.

3. A Dream More Than 30 Years in the Making

Howard Schultz walked cobblestone streets of Milan for the first time in 1983 as the marketing director of Starbucks, which then sold whole-bean coffee from a handful of stores in Seattle. Schultz went to Italy to represent the company at an international trade show. He returned with an idea that would change the trajectory of the Starbucks Coffee Company. “The Italians had created the theater, romance, art and magic of experiencing espresso,” Schultz recalled. “I was overwhelmed with a gut instinct that this is what we should be doing.” In February, Starbucks announced its will open in Italy in 2017. <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/howard-schultz-dream-fulfilled-starbucks-to-open-in-Italy">In this video and story</a>, Schultz shared how the company’s history is directly linked to Milan, Verona and Italian espresso bar traditions.

4. Celebrating 20 Years of Coffee Leadership in Japan

<a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-japan-celebrates-20-year-anniversary">Starbucks first international market outside of North America</a> began in the Ginza district in a two-story retail space in 1996. Today the company has grown to more than 1,100 stores across all 47 prefectures in Japan. In addition to sharing their coffee passion, many Starbucks partners volunteer in their communities. Last year alone in Japan, partners participated in 7,000 local events and projects to further strengthen their neighborhoods. In response to the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan five years ago, Starbucks introduced the limited-edition Hummingbird card. Proceeds from that card in 2012, and every year since, were donated to the Michinoku Future Fund. The fund provides full academic college tuition assistance to the 1,800 children who lost their parents due to the natural disaster. The youngest child impacted by the devastation is expected to graduate from college in 2036. The Starbucks Hummingbird card has raised about 100 million yen ($1 million USD) since the program began.

5. Locally-Relevant Stores in New Markets

The twin-island nation of Trinidad and Tobago, just north of South America’s northern coast, is known for its peach sand, lush rainforests and natural beauty. The steelpan drum was invented there in the 1930s, and its calypso sounds still fill the air. Gathering with friends to relax is a national pastime, known as “liming” in local slang. <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-opens-its-first-store-in-trinidad-and-tobago">Starbucks opened its doors for the first time there</a> in August. Other new markets for Starbucks in 2016 include <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-opens-first-store-in-slovakia">Slovakia</a>; one of South America’s most beautiful cities, <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-first-store-in-medellin-colombia">Medellin</a>; and the <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-opens-world-class-flagship-store-in-cambodia">world-class flagship store in Cambodia</a>. As Starbucks continues to expand its store footprint around the world, it is deeply committed to locally relevant store design in addition to being an active member of each community and a catalyst for positive change.

6. Starbucks Strengthens Its Commitment in China

2016 began as it ended for Starbucks, with the company reaffirming its commitment to growth and innovation for customers and partners in China. In January, Starbucks chairman and ceo <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-strengthens-commitment-in-china-2016">Howard Schultz spoke with partners in Chengdu, joined by Jack Ma</a>, founder and executive chairman of Alibaba Group. Schultz also announced a housing allowance subsidy for partners help them overcome the initial financial challenges of starting their careers and often living and working independently. Belinda Wong, who became ceo of Starbucks China in October, announced earlier in December <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-tencent-partnership">a strategic partnership to co-create a new social gifting feature on WeChat</a>, China’s leading mobile social communications service, in early 2017. Starbucks now operates approximately 2,500 stores in 118 cities in China and remains on track to open more than 5,000 stores in China by 2021.

Starbucks Canada and the True Patriot Love Foundation <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-canada-to-help-veterans-find-jobs-after-leaving-service">announced a new collaboration</a> in 2016 that will help support veterans’ reintegration to civilian life. Each year, 5,000 men and women exit the Canadian Armed Forces looking for the next chapter in their lives. Entering the civilian workforce for the first time is a significant challenge and many require support to translate military skills into civilian jobs. Through the Coffee with a Vet program, Starbucks will provide much-needed meeting places for one-on-one networking and mentoring meetings with veterans who have successfully reintegrated into civilian life, along with larger scale events, all aimed at leading to employment and support services. Starbucks is well ahead of its commitment to hire 10,000 veterans and military spouses by the end of 2018.

In India, Tata Starbucks, which owns and operates Starbucks coffeehouses, has instituted a five-day work schedule, down from the country's customary six-day workweek. A first-of-its-kind initiative in the nation, it provides more than 1,200 partners with an additional 52 personal days off per year. In addition to providing greater personal flexibility, Tata Starbucks has emphasized partner development through mentorships, leadership courses, life coaching and training programs. In China, full-time Starbucks baristas and shift supervisors receive a monthly housing subsidy. These initiatives are examples of the <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/facts/starbucks-history-of-partner-benefits">benefits customized to meet partners needs</a> around the world. <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-partner-benefits-span-the-globe">Read about others here</a>.

9. Barista Champions' Coffee Passion and Craft

In competitions around the world, Starbucks baristas celebrated their passion and pride for coffee while showcasing their skills. For two months this year, Ryan Wibawa practiced his coffee brewing and artistry skills every day after work for five hours. With passion for coffee and dedication to his craft, he earned the opportunity to compete in the World Brewers Cup finals. “It was like a dream come true,” said Wibawa, a Starbucks barista from Indonesia. I felt very humbled and honored to represent my country in an international competition. The experience was the best teacher.” <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-barista-champion-from-thailand">Read more about Starbucks barista champs here</a> and how <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-baristas-latte-art">baristas share their love of latte art</a> around the world.

10. Supporting Coffee Farming Families for Generations to Come

For the third year, Starbucks Mexico supported <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/how-starbucks-is-helping-chiapas-coffee-farmers-thrive">an initiative the company launched in 2014</a> to address an ongoing threat of coffee leaf rust to farmers in the region. The initiative, called <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-mexicos-coffee-tree-initiative-grows">Todos Sembramos Café, which means “We All Grow Coffee,</a>” lead to Starbucks Mexico donating a rust-resistant coffee tree to farmers in the Chiapas region for every bag of whole bean coffee purchased by customers. Coffee rust, known locally as “la roya,” is a plant fungus damaging millions of coffee trees around the world, making it difficult for farmers to produce high-quality coffee. According to Mexico’s Asociacion Nacional de Café (ANICAFE), coffee harvests have now reached their lowest volume in 45 years. Todos Sembramos Café was the inspiration for a company-wide program – Starbucks One Tree for Every Bag commitment. In just one year, the program has <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/22-million-coffee-trees-milestone">raised enough funds to plant 22 million coffee seedlings</a> to replace trees that are declining in productivity due to age and disease, such as coffee-leaf rust.

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Starbucks and its partners wearing the company’s iconic green apron are a part of thousands of communities worldwide. Here are some Starbucks top stories from markets outside of the U.S. in 2016.

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The holidays are traditionally a time of giving. For Starbucks in Great Britain, the Netherlands, France, Switzerland and Austria, they’re also about supporting those who give.

Starbucks Red Cup Cheer campaign is currently taking place across Europe through December 24. During this period, a portion of Starbucks holiday beverage sales in Great Britain, the Netherlands and France will be directed to select nonprofit organizations. Starbucks in Switzerland and Austria will be making donations and contributing volunteers to charitable organizations.

In Great Britain, <a href="https://www.neighbourly.com/campaign/58009e77c7ac880a982543a3">250 charities</a> nominated by Starbucks partners (employees) and customers will receive Red Cup grants of up to 1,000 pounds. The charities are asking customers to “Cheer” for them on Twitter by following, tweeting and posting their support using the hashtag #RedCupCheer. The nonprofits with the most social media activity – or cheers – will receive a larger share of the funds raised by Starbucks, which will donate 5 pence for every holiday beverage sold between December 1-24. All participating organizations will receive at least 500 pounds.

“Red Cup Cheer is all about celebrating the local charities that mean most to our customers and partners,” said Simon Redfern, vice president of Communications for Starbucks Europe, Middle East and Africa Region. “We’ve seen fantastic support for Red Cup Cheer and we hope the charities involved enjoy taking part and receiving recognition for the wonderful work they do in our communities.”

Starbucks, collaborates with Neighbourly, which connects charities and causes with companies and people. Last year, Starbucks and Neighbourly made donations to 200 nonprofits through the Red Cup campaign. Over the three-year history of the campaign, 350,000 pounds have been donated to 520 UK charities. The following organizations are supported by the Red Cup Cheer in additional countries across the EMEA region:

The Netherlands – The Starbucks Red Cup Cheer beneficiary in the Netherlands is <a href="https://www.vluchtelingenwerk.nl/">VluchtelingenWerk</a>, which provides support to refugees and asylum seekers. Starbucks partners will help the organization volunteering and raising awareness, while Starbucks donates 5 cents from the purchase of any holiday drink served through December 24.

France – <a href="http://www.protection-civile.org/">La Protection Civile</a>, which provides support for people affected by emergencies and natural disasters in Europe and North Africa, will receive 5 cents from the purchase of any holiday drink purchased in France.

Switzerland – <a href="http://www.wunderlampe.ch/">Wunderlampe</a>, the Red Cup Cheer charity partner in Switzerland, makes wishes come true for chronically ill and disabled children. In addition to a charitable donation, Starbucks partners will hold a celebration with Wunderlampe personnel and help raise awareness and funds for their work.

Austria – Starbucks partners in Austria are supporting <a href="https://www.gruft.at/">Caritas Gruft</a>, a nonprofit that provides care for homeless people in Vienna. Their support ranges from warm food, hot showers, clean clothes and a safe place to sleep to long-term assistance from the charity’s team of social workers, psychiatrists, psychotherapists and civilian volunteers. In addition to a charitable donation, Starbucks partners will volunteer at Caritas Gruft, cooking dinner on December 21 and collecting clothes for beneficiaries.

Starbucks partners and customers direct seasonal donations to their favorite charitable nonprofits.

Starbucks Supports Charities in Europe with Red Cup Cheer

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New express format designed to offer even quicker, high-quality service through a streamlined menu and early order point

LONDON, July 20, 2016 – Today, the first Starbucks express store in Europe opens in London’s major business hub, Canary Wharf. With an open layout, the new store features a walk-through experience and a streamlined menu at an early order point which allows customers to order, pay and pick-up even faster.

“We recognize some of our customers, especially busy commuters in Canary Wharf, are moving at a fast pace and efficient, high-quality service whatever the time of day,” said Rhys ‎Iley, vice president operations, Starbucks Europe, Middle East &amp; Africa. “We’re excited to bring this unique store format to the UK, the first time for Starbucks outside of the U.S. and Canada. This follows the digital innovations we have rolled out to improve convenience for customers.”

Designed for people on-the-go who want Starbucks products, coupled with the efficiency that comes from knowing what they want, the store offers a welcoming environment with the barista and customer at its heart. Design features include textures of complementary natural wood and marble. 

The streamlined menu focuses on high-quality brewed coffee, signature espresso beverages and a selection of popular food items including breakfast sandwiches, all displayed on digital menu boards that rotate throughout the day. For customers who choose to order ahead, Mobile Order &amp; Pay is also integrated.

“The new express format is the latest in our evolving store portfolio, which aims to meet the needs of our customers while keeping our baristas at the heart of the customer experience,” added Iley.

The London launch follows the successful express format store openings in <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/NY-express-format-store">New York</a>, Toronto and Chicago.

The new express format is designed to offer an even quicker, high-quality service through a streamlined menu and early order point.

Starbucks Presents a New Store Experience in London

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The Aupark Shopping Centre in Bratislava is now home to the first Starbucks in the Central European country of Slovakia. Starbucks partnered with <a href="https://www.amrest.eu/pl">AmRest</a> – the largest independent operator of restaurant chains in Central and Eastern Europe – to open the store recently (May 31).

“With this new store, AmRest celebrates its 250th Starbucks store in Central Europe,” said Rhys Iley, Starbucks vice president, licensed operations, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and UK retail. “We are very proud of our partnership with AmRest in the region and look forward to opening two more beautiful stores in Bratislava before the end of the year.”

The new location was designed to reflect the community it will serve and celebrate Starbucks history. At the entrance of the store is a line drawing of <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/summer-road-trip-pike-place-seattle">the first Starbucks® store at Pike Place Market</a> in Seattle. The mythology associated with Starbucks Siren logo and Moby Dick heritage is also reflected in beautiful art work.

Custom-made coffee branch wallpaper, as well as black and white photographs honoring coffee agriculture are core design features in the store. Behind the coffee bar there is a quiet area with two community tables and a long countertop, to encourage greater connection between customers and partners (employees).

“We are delighted to bring Starbucks to the Slovak market and to Bratislava, a city with a long history of coffeehouses,” said Adam Mularuk, President of AmRest. “We hope local customers will love the unique experience and fantastic customer service offered by Starbucks, and share with us a passion for the highest quality coffee."

The Aupark Shopping Centre in Bratislava is now home to the first Starbucks in the Central European country.

Starbucks Opens First Store in Slovakia

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Starbucks Opens its First Store in Slovakia

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