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From: Starbucks in Australia
  • I meant to say, a lot of the commentary about 'awful coffee' and about Australia having a 'sophisticated coffee culture' - quotes from Quiggin's site - seem to be missing the obvious points that a) Starbucks is closing a lot if US outlets as well, and b) Gloria Jeans seems to do very good business at any of the half dozen stores I have ever been in.

    They are half right, though. Starbucks was mad to open stores in inner-city areas where there are lots of good cafes. Starbucks needed to be out in the suburbs where a barista is someone who helped you beat that shoplifting charge.
    • cam . # .
      Dunkin Donuts in the US NE offers the same kind of hot coffee just off the highway type experience too.
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