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Why Starbucks Doesn’t Hit Like It Used To

EATER

Starbucks hasn’t had a hit new drink in years Starbucks has, outside of a few new flavors and latte options, failed to successfully innovate its drink menu over the last decade or so.

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PepsiCo Buying Poppi Was Inevitable

EATER

In 2009, as the coconut water craze began, Coca-Cola acquired a stake in the brand Zico , which promised to be a healthier and more natural alternative to workout drinks like Gatorade.

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Michelin Rating Overview: Expansion into New Markets

Goliath Consulting

Additional expansions in Hong Kong and Macau followed in 2009. The New York City guide made its North American debut in 2006. The following year, Michelin entered Tokyo, marking its first foray into Asia. In the 2010s, Michelin continued to strengthen its presence in Asia, entering Singapore and Seoul in 2016 and Bangkok in 2017.

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Are Rice Krispies Treats Overrated?

EATER

Two years later in 2009, the massively influential food blog Smitten Kitchen published a similar recipe for Salted Brown Butter Crispy Treats. I’m enthralled enough with these to declare them … epic,” wrote Smitten Kitchen’s founder, Deb Perelman.

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LSM in Action: A Restaurant Brand’s Secret Weapon

Modern Restaurant Management

Here’s an example of LSM in action: In 2009, I had the incredible honor of spearheading the launch of the McCafe brand in Raleigh as an identified test market. It’s an incredible way to build brand sparks and emotionally engage with the community to introduce your brand’s story, products and services.

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How Having A Long-Term Plan Can Help Restaurants Handle the Short-Term Crisis

Modern Restaurant Management

When I heard Erik talking with Josh Kopel on the Full Comp podcast about how his ten-year plan helped him navigate the 2009 financial crisis, I knew he had the right idea. He’s the force behind Tender Greens , with chef-lead locations in California and Boston.

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How Fast-Food Apps Took Over The Drive-Thru

EATER

How apps became the modern-day loyalty program The mobile app trend in fast food kicked off in earnest in 2009, when Starbucks introduced the first ever mobile app to allow customers to pay for coffee with their phones. And arguably, some employees lives worse.)