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The Starbucks Breakfast Order That's Better For You Than You'd Think

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:00 +0000

You'll know that there are some Starbucks menu items that are way healthier than others, and, according to an expert, this is a good nutritious breakfast go-to.

Tipping At Dunkin? Why Some Customers Say 'Absolutely Not'

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Is tipping expected when buying coffee and a donut from Dunkin' Donuts? Here's why the franchise's customers say to skip the tip when prompted.

What Tim Hortons Does With Leftover Donuts

staff@tastingtable.com (Chesney McDonald) — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Food surplus and insecurity are growing issues in the United States. Here's what happens to leftover donuts and other pastries at Tim Hortons.

6 Dunkin' Secrets Only Employees Know

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Sat, 30 May 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Dunkin' employees have taken to Reddit to divulge some of the coffee-and-doughnut chain's secrets. Here's what you should keep in mind next time you stop by.

The Controversial Ingredient Once Used In Starbucks' Strawberry Creme Frappuccino

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Tue, 26 May 2026 15:40:00 +0000

A flavor like Starbucks' Strawberry Creme seems simple by comparison, but for years, it included a very controversial ingredient.

Every Dunkin' Zero Energy Drink, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Tue, 19 May 2026 00:20:00 +0000

Dunkin' has just entered the energy drink market with its Zero beverages, and here's how we ranked each of the six currently available varieties.

What Starbucks Employees Actually Do To Prepare Your Food

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Sun, 17 May 2026 20:40:00 +0000

Starbucks employees use a streamlined off-site prep system to heat and efficiently serve the chain's sandwiches, pastries, and baked goods quickly.

The 48-Year-Old Bakery Cafe Chain Many Customers Have Forgotten About

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Sun, 17 May 2026 18:40:00 +0000

There are still a handful of locations of this bakery chain left in the U.S., but the cafes are definitely less popular than they once were.

12 Tim Hortons Donuts, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Annie Fitzgerald-Chambers) — Sat, 16 May 2026 18:20:00 +0000

You'll never have to wonder which Tim Hortons donut is the best; we tested 12 of them, and only one was good enough to be the top pick.

Review: Only One Of Starbucks' Summer Drops Is Drink-Worthy — And It's An Odd Choice For The Season

staff@tastingtable.com (Jenny Kellerhals Keogh) — Tue, 12 May 2026 23:40:54 +0000

Like gardens in bloom and longer days, a summer Starbucks drop is part of the season. We got a first taste of the new drinks and can say only one of them fits.

6 Starbucks Bakery Items Worth Ordering And 5 To Avoid

staff@tastingtable.com (Lei Shishak) — Tue, 12 May 2026 00:20:00 +0000

Starbucks' bakery case has gotten more packed over the years, but which of the coffee shop's baked goods are worth the purchase and which ones are best avoided?

The Gourmet California Donut Chain Known For Its Extravagant Eggs Benedict Creation

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Fri, 08 May 2026 00:40:00 +0000

Artisanal donut establishments are epicenters of culinary creativity. This one is branching into savory territory, making donuts accessible for breakfast.

5 Fast Food Chains That Don't Use Microwaves & 5 That Do

staff@tastingtable.com (Ayomari) — Tue, 05 May 2026 18:20:00 +0000

More fast food places use microwave technology to heat up food than you might think. Here are some chains that do, along with ones that don't use microwaves.

The Starbucks Frappuccino To Order If You Hate The Taste Of Coffee (But Still Want A Sweet Blast Of Caffeine)

staff@tastingtable.com (Vanessa Nix Anthony) — Sat, 02 May 2026 15:40:00 +0000

If coffee isn't your thing, but you're still looking for some caffeine to get you through the day, give this Starbucks Frappuccino a try.

This Unique Iced Coffee Is One Of The Best Things At Peet's

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Fri, 01 May 2026 16:40:00 +0000

Knowing which iced coffee to choose from your neighborhood coffee chain can be tricky, but this layered option from Peet's is one of our absolute favorites.

Tim Hortons' Best Donut Flavor Is As Classic As It Gets

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Mon, 25 May 2026 22:10:00 +0000

After our Tasting Table writer ate a sampling of a dozen Tim Hortons donut varieties, the top contender was obvious.

The Hands-Down Best Starbucks Refresher Has A Green Coffee Extract Kick

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Starbucks Refreshers are true to their name, but this one flavor stands out among the rest of the overly sweet options thanks to a boost of Green Tea Extract.

8 Donut Chain Chocolate Donuts, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Lee D'Amato) — Wed, 20 May 2026 10:20:00 +0000

Here's how we ranked different types of chocolate donuts from a variety of popular donut chains, based on their taste, texture, and delivery on flavor.

Starbucks Fans Still Crave This Nostalgic Frappuccino Many Years Later

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Christina Lupus) — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Devoted fans still haven't forgotten about this one creamy and dreamy Starbucks Frappuccino, even decades later.

Review: Dunkin's New Black Cherry Refreshers Mostly Stick The Landing

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:33:32 +0000

Dunkin' has a new addition to its Refresher lineup: The Black Cherry Refreshers. I tried all five versions, plus a new Matcha Limeade, and here's what I think.