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Axios
3 hours ago
- Business
- Axios
Starbucks launches secret menu on app and a new contest
Starbucks is making its "secret menu" official — and turning it into a nationwide contest with a cash prize. Why it matters: It's the Seattle-based coffee giant's latest play to win back customers and reverse sliding sales. Under CEO Brian Niccol's"Back to Starbucks" plan, the company has been making a series of tech-forward and consumer-focused changes. Starbucks leans into TikTok trends The big picture: This initiative draws a direct line from social media to the Starbucks app — a strategy familiar to Niccol and Tressie Lieberman, Starbucks' global chief brand officer, from their days at Chipotle. In 2023, the fast-casual chain introduced three menu items based on TikTok users' personalized orders. Starbucks secret menu drinks now available How it works: Starting Monday, Starbucks Rewards members can browse a selection of custom drink creations inspired by customer hacks and social media trends in the app's "Offers" tab. With one tap, a pre-built custom drink is added to the cart with all modifications preloaded, which simplifies ordering, the company said. Zoom in: The first four customizations featured are: Cookies on top: A Cold Brew with vanilla syrup, Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam and cookie crumble topping. Dragonfruit glow-up: A Mango Dragonfruit Lemonade Refresher blended with peach juice and topped with Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam. Lemon, tea & pearls: Black tea and lemonade plus raspberry-flavored popping pearls. Just add white mocha: Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso with White Chocolate Mocha Sauce and Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam. What's next: More customizations will be featured in the future on the app's offer tab, Starbucks said. Starbucks Secret Menu Contest State of play: Starbucks is also running the "Secret Menu Contest" Monday through July 20. Customers and employees can submit their drink customizations at Starbucks Instagram Aug. 18-20. The finalists' creations will be featured on the app from Aug. 18-25. Each finalist wins $5,000, and the fan-voted grand prize winner gets an additional $25,000.
New York Times
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- New York Times
Items to Elevate Your Summer Gatherings
Free Refill Cold Brew Accessories for a Lively Brunch By Luke Fortney Cold brew is one of summer's great home projects: smooth, low-acid and significantly cheaper than a store-bought $7 cup (the going rate at my local cafe). Best of all, you can style your drink with accessories and add-ins that make each pour feel personal. Start with Oxo's Good Grips Cold Brew Coffee Maker, favored by coffee drinkers (and Wirecutter) for its simple setup and metal mesh strainer that yields rich, consistent concentrate. Then, dress it up: The MoMA Design Store carries playful glassware, such as these sturdy two-tone straws inspired by the museum's colors. For serving a group, consider Erik Magnussen's EM77 vacuum jug, with a stopper that opens automatically when tilted, or this sculptural terra-cotta-colored thermos, based on a silhouette by the Swedish designer Sigvard Bernadotte. And for 'milk': The California-based company Koatji tested more than 8,000 recipes before settling on its blend of oat and fermented rice, called koji. The goal was to create a dairy alternative that would behave like whole milk in hot beverages. But Maj Henriques, a founder, prefers it iced. 'It brings out the flavors so well,' she says. Under Cover Sun Hats to Keep the Lawn Games Going By Jameson Montgomery For garden parties and rooftops alike, a hat can make the difference between an enjoyable afternoon and a sunburn. The Italian fashion house Prada offers a stripy version in cotton and viscose yarns knit to look like woven raffia. The California-based brand Beklina makes a plaid one in a Japanese woven fabric with a wide brim and a scarf attached for additional protection. Arc'teryx, the Canadian maker of outdoor apparel and gear, sells a lightweight shade hat with a finish that repels water. The Spanish fashion house Loewe has a woven cotton fisherman's hat in dark olive that's attached to herringbone jacquard straps printed with the label's logo. For those seeking adaptability, the French brand Lemaire makes a cotton bucket hat with a detachable neck protector. And for a bit of fun, look to the outdoor recreation outfitter the North Face. The brand offers a largely recycled nylon hat with a yellow brim that pops against its dark blue body, which features a toile print of the pines and rock faces of California's Yosemite National Park. Easy Does It Durable and Disposable Dishes for Outdoor Dinners By Jinnie Lee With barbecue season in full swing, having a stack of lightweight, durable plates on hand is a smart move. The British enamelware brand Falcon offers a set of four deep plates, each coated with a layer of porcelain, ideal for containing chopped salads or glazed meats. Antonis Cardew, a Paris-based tableware designer specializing in hand-turned wood pieces, carves dinner plates from pear wood, a type of hardwood native to Europe. Sometimes, when you don't want certain foods (and their respective juices or sauces) to mix, a divided plate is in order. Crow Canyon, a North California enamelware business founded in 1977, collaborated with Camp Wandawega, a resort in Wisconsin, on cafeteria-style plates with three compartments. For another colorful outdoor dining experience, consider the six-piece rainbow set of Hellerware plates, made from a food-safe plastic called melamine and designed by the Italian husband-and-wife team Lella and Massimo Vignelli in 1964. If all you're looking for is a breezy cleanup, the sustainable serve ware company VerTerra makes dishes out of palm leaves, sold in sets of 25, that can be tossed in the compost at the end of the party. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
News.com.au
25-06-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Hawkesbury preview: Will Freedman finds suitable race for Cold Brew to score maiden win
Trainer Will Freedman knows Cold Brew has the form to suggest he's the horse to beat in Thursday's St Johns Park Bowling Club Midway Maiden Plate (1300m) but needs to see his consistent gelding put potential into practice. Cold Brew is set to line up as the shortest-price favourite on the provincial card as a red-hot $1.45 elect in his second up assignment. The son of former two-year-old Triple Crown winner Pierro is yet to breakthrough in five attempts but has shown potential, finishing runner-up on four occasions already during his young career. Freedman, who trains with his father Richard, is now eager to see Cold Brew score a confidence boosting success and believes his stable have found a suitable race to get on the board after scratching him from Wednesday's Randwick Kensington meeting. 'With the benefit of hindsight, maybe we wouldn't have nominated for the race on Wednesday because I think he wants the 1300m,' Freedman said. 'I think he wants to travel for a little bit longer and settle a little bit closer. 'On paper he reads too good for that field but we have to see it.' Cold Brew has had a tendency to lay in during his races and that was on display when the gelding chased home Duke Of Arrakis in his first-up second on the Kensington course. Freedman hopes an ideal draw in barrier one 'disincentivise the laying in' and allow Cold Brew to land in a comfortable position in the run. 'He will settle where he is comfortable because I want him to travel for a bit,' he said. 'He lays in when he gets put under pressure a little bit too much. I think if he can balance up and travel for a little bit before being asked, he will probably run a lot straighter and be much more professional. 'I am sure Jason (Collett) will be able to manage that but he can get on the wrong leg and still does a few things wrong but the longer straight at Hawkesbury will suit him.' Duke Of Arrakis causes an upset in the first race at Randwick for @Reganbayliss — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) June 11, 2025 There are similarities with both Freedman runners on the card with stablemate Miss Judas also hunting a breakthrough success after a string of near misses. Miss Judas, a daughter of Microphone, has placed in five of her 11 starts to date and returns from a break in the Fowler Civil Contracting Maiden Plate (1000m). 'It's a similar story with her but we've taken the approach that she is quite a good fresh horse,' Freedman said. 'She trialled well. 'I can understand why they like the Godolphin runner (Efharisto) but I think our filly had a lot of improvement out of that trial and I think she will run accordingly. 'She hasn't always been the soundest horse in the world and has always had niggling issues that she has had to manage but this prep it seems like she is got a better run of health and is able to extend and let down a little better.' Miss Judas was forced to lug big weights for much of her last preparation, including a 61kg impost in a first-up second over 900m at Muswellbrook in January. Freedman expects she will be better suited with 57kg on her back this time in. 'She restricted to those Plate conditions otherwise she just gets a mountain of weight that she can't overcome,' he said. 'She is well placed again.' Bookies rate Miss Judas as a $2.80 second elect with Godolphin's comeback galloper Efharisto heading the betting at $2.30 and Zing To Me at $4.60. Efharisto has not been seen at the races for a massive 586-days and was last seen finishing runner-up to Erno's Cube in the Max Lees Classic at Newcastle in November of 2023. Lee paints a positive picture of Master Artist A change of scenery in 'easier' surroundings has trainer Stephen Lee optimistic about new arrival Master Artist's first-up prospects at Lismore on Thursday. Master Artist was previously trained in the Riverina with Michael Travers but has made the moved north to take up a slot in Lee's Ballina barn. The son of Flying Artie was runner-up in two of his three starts for his former trainer and will get the opportunity to break through for the new yard in the North Coast Flooring Maiden Plate (1100m). 'He was playing up a little bit going onto the track and things like that so they brought him up here to also get a bit of an easier jurisdiction as well,' Lee said. 'He had a jumpout with Michael before he came up and had another little jumpout here. We haven't trialled him because he had the jumpout down there and a trial as well but he has had some grass work. The jumpout brought him along nicely.' A wet winter in Northern NSW means Master Artist will face rain affected conditions but the trainer isn't concerned. Master Artist was a narrow runner-up on a Heavy 9 track at Wagga last prep and is also placed on soft going. 'He has got some heavy form so that's why we will go around,' Lee said. 'I know he is first-up but he has had a bit of work so he should be ready to go.' Beautiful Jo is another horse in her first preparation for Lee and lines up for her second start for the stable from barrier 13 in the The Lismore App Maiden Handicap (1200m). Lee was impressed with the daughter of Rothesay's first-up showing when she got back from a tricky draw before doing her best work late to finish sixth in a 1200m event at Casino. 'She is drawn wide again but her run the other day was really good,' Lee said. 'Hopefully she doesn't get too far back but she will have to go back from the draw and I think she should race well too. 'We will get out wide at Lismore. We came through them the other day on that bad track at Casino but we will probably get out a little bit in the middle of the track this time so she will get a crack at them.' Apprentice Shae Wilkes rides Beautiful Jo with Justin Huxtable on Master Artist.
The Age
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The Age
Tips and race-by-race guide for Hawkesbury on Thursday
Track good 4 and rail out 3m from 1100m to 450m and true the remainder. Race 1 8. Pro Velocity is an improving and very fit home-track filly that emerges as the clear best value in the race deep into the prep. Was ridden closer last start and failed to attack the line, but much better served here on a firmer track and ridden with more prolonged cover. 1. Malbork Castle is a tough and consistent type that came off three consecutive placings to drive home best and claim his maiden here only nine days ago. Rock-hard fit and again drawn to get a cosy run on the speed. 3. Mr Conspiracy is trained on the track and edging towards a breakthrough win fourth up, while 6. Maire De Paris is honest and heads the rest. How to play it: Pro Velocity to win. Race 2 1. Cold Brew is talented and stiff not to win first up on the Kensington track as a rock-solid favourite. Had come off a smart heavy-track trial win, and back in provincial company from the inside draw, he rates a mile on top, especially having been scratched from the Wednesday meeting to be saved for this. 4. Wild Thoughts resumes for just his second start off a nice trial win, and looms as the quinella runner. Gap to the rest headed by 8. Sister's Run, a two-year-old filly by Contributer on debut for the John Sargent stable behind two quiet trials. How to play it: Cold Brew to win, quinella 1 and 4, trifecta (in order) 1, 4, 8. Race 3 8. Oso Spirited can improve sharply here over a shade further and importantly on a firmer surface. Dropped out on his Australian debut at Kensington a fortnight ago, but was anchored down in the slowest part of the track, and that was his first outing since early last spring when unplaced in group 3 company in New Zealand. 6. The Beast is knocking on the door fourth up after a third straight placing, beaten under a length at Gosford a fortnight back when supported from an each-way price. Big watch on 4. Le Chocolat, who showed good improvement in three runs last prep and resumes now off a lengthy break and two trials. 3. Jamarni is a fourth up improver drawn inside that can run into the minor money. How to play it: Oso Spirited to win. Race 4 5. Miss Judas is an honest filly and well placed here resuming off a dominant trial win. Mixed her form against deeper opposition earlier in the year, and while she has a liking for wetter tracks, is primed to come back with a bang under some nice weight relief. 2. Efharisto is a Godolphin filly and big market watch resuming off two trials for only her second start since making her debut 18 months ago. 9. Zing To Me is a lightly raced improver, and over the odds second up on firmer ground. 4. Ishikari is a worthy inclusion at big odds in wider exotic plays resuming off a home-track trial win. How to play it: Miss Judas to win.
Business Wire
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
One Iced Coffee, Countless Smiles: Dunkin® Iced Coffee Day Returns on June 18 to Kick Off Summer and Bring Joy to Kids Nationwide
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The start of summer just got a whole lot cooler! America's largest donut and coffee brand is once again turning iced coffee runs into moments of joy with the return of Dunkin' Iced Coffee Day. For one day only, on Wednesday, June 18, Dunkin' guests can sip with purpose: $1 from every iced coffee and cold brew sold at participating Dunkin' locations nationwide will be donated to the Joy in Childhood Foundation, whose mission is to bring joy to kids battling hunger or illness. Whether guests like it bold, sweet or with a splash of cream, their go-to iced drink will do more than fuel their days. This annual event, now in its fourth year, has become a powerful moment for giving back, with every cup helping to fund child-focused nonprofit organizations. One hundred percent of the donated funds raised on Dunkin' Iced Coffee Day will go back to local communities, supporting health and hunger relief organizations that share the Foundation's commitment to delivering joy to kids when and where it's needed most. This year, the impact is expanding beyond the counter. Now Dunkin' is bringing joy online: starting June 18, 100% of proceeds from sales on will also support the Foundation, while supplies last. Dunkin' is bringing back previous launches and past sold-out merchandise. From the brand's first-ever wedding merch collection to Dunkin' duvet covers, fan-favorite pieces are making a comeback on June 18 – giving guests a second chance to shop while supporting a joyful cause. 'Whether you're grabbing your go-to Iced Coffee or refreshing Cold Brew, every sip on June 18 supports the communities that keep us running,' said Victor Carvalho, Dunkin' Franchisee and Joy in Childhood Foundation Board Chairman. 'It's a simple idea that's changing lives: drink joy in, we'll give joy out. Every sip on June 18 goes further than you think – helping kids and families in your own neighborhood feel seen and supported.' In 2024, Dunkin' Iced Coffee Day raised $2.1 million, powering hundreds of grants for local nonprofit partners' programs that bring happiness and healing to kids across the country. From art and music therapy to facility dogs and patient milestone celebrations like prom, the Foundation's grants ensure kids and their families experience moments of normalcy – and joy – when they need them most. Dunkin' Iced Coffee Day is one of the Foundation's most beloved annual fundraisers, bringing together guests, franchisees, and communities to create meaningful, local impact. About the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation The Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation, the charitable foundation supported by Dunkin', provides the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger or illness. The Foundation partners with food banks, children's hospitals, and other nonprofit organizations to fund joyful environments and experiences for kids when they need it most. Since 2006, the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation has granted more than $60 million to hundreds of national and local charities across the country thanks to the generosity of its franchisees, guests, vendor partners, and employees. To learn more about the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation, visit and follow on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. About Dunkin' Dunkin', founded in 1950, is the largest coffee and donuts brand in the United States, with more than 14,000 restaurants in nearly 40 global markets. Dunkin' is part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants. For more information, visit and
