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Free Starbucks coffee after Super Bowl LIX: Here's how to get it

7 February 2025 at 18:48

Starbucks will be providing free coffee the Monday after the Super Bowl, Feb. 10, the Seattle-based company announced.

"With the big game on Sunday, Feb. 9, many Americans will spend the day going big – which may lead to a long Monday," an announcement on the Starbucks website said.

"That’s why on Monday, Feb. 10, your post-game day coffee is on us. Starbucks Rewards members in the U.S. can stop in for a free tall (12 fl. oz.) hot or iced brewed coffee any time on Starbucks Monday," it said.

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"No matter who wins Sunday, we can all win Monday," Starbucks added.Β 

On Monday, all Starbucks Rewards customers will have a coupon in their accounts for a free "Starbucks Monday" coffee.

"If you're a Starbucks Rewards member, apply the Starbucks Monday coupon in the Starbucks app prior to placing your order when using the order ahead feature in the app, or let your barista know you're redeeming your Starbucks Monday coupon when ordering in the store or in the drive-thru," Starbucks said on its website.Β 

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Those who join Starbucks Rewards on Monday should "see your barista in the store to enjoy a coffee on us," the website said.Β 

The offer is only available at participating stores in the United States.

It does not include Nitro Cold Brew, Cold Brew and Starbucks Reserve products.Β 

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It also does not apply to delivery services.Β 

Additionally, customers are limited to one free coffee, and "customizations may cost extra."Β 

The announcement also included a short video promotion.Β 

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"A big Sunday calls for Starbucks Monday," said the video, which was set to AC/DC's song "Thunderstruck."

The screen then shifts to the words "Free coffee on us. 2.10.25."Β 

"Thunderstruck" is the pre-game song for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.Β 

Do you spend more at fast-food restaurants than you want to? Consider this

3 February 2025 at 04:00

The prices of fast-food items have been rising steadily over the years β€” and some restaurants use a technique that entices people to pay more than perhaps they were planning to, a psychotherapist told Fox News Digital.Β 

The so-called "charm pricing" technique is why many menu items are not priced at full dollar amounts, Jonathan Alpert, a New York-based psychotherapist and author, told Fox News Digital.

"Our brains process numbers quickly and often emotionally, especially during purchasing decisions," Alpert said.

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When an item is priced at $9.99, "our minds latch onto the '9' as the anchor, associating it with a smaller cost, even if logically we know it's close to $10," he said.Β 

This is called the "left-digit effect," according to the food and culture website The Takeout.Β 

"This can trick you into feeling like an item is less expensive," according to The Takeout.Β 

"If you're buying three items priced at $5.99, your brain might immediately assume the total is $15, when in actuality it's closer to $18."

It added that people may feel they're "getting a bargain or a deal."Β 

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Aside from this "charm pricing," restaurants try other ways to get people to spend more money than they planned, Alpert said. Β 

These include offering an "appealing menu design or descriptive language that makes the purchase feel more worthwhile and indulgent," he said.Β 

Fox News Digital reached out to the National Restaurant Association, which declined to comment.

Fox News Digital also reached out to several fast-food chains seeking comment.

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Alpert noted that there are ways to combat the pressure to overspend.

"A helpful tip is to always round up," he said. "When you see $9.99, think of it as $10."

Doing this, he said, "can reduce the emotional impact of charm pricing and help you make more rational decisions."

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Another technique is to think through purchases carefully and make a decision to spend less impulsively.Β 

"Pause and ask yourself if the item is really worth the cost or if you're being swayed by how it's presented," Alpert said.

"Developing mindful spending habits can help you resist psychological tricks and make choices that align with your goals," he also said.Β 

Washington DC restaurants join Trump's inauguration fanfare

19 January 2025 at 08:26

Washington, D.C., is preparing for the inauguration of the 47th President Donald J. Trump on Monday, even as extreme weather has pushed the swearing-in ceremony indoors.

Inauguration Day begins with that ceremony at noon. It concludes with official inaugural balls, according to Destination DC.

A number of restaurants throughout the greater D.C. area are featuring inauguration-inspired specials and experiences to mark the event, they told Fox News Digital earlier this week.Β 

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Here are some stand-out offerings at D.C. restaurants.Β 

At the Watergate Hotel, visitors can mark the inauguration at The Next Whisky Bar to celebrate one of President Trump's favorites with an elevated twist, the Presidential Stack.Β 

This dish features a gourmet take on the classic burger, paired with golden truffle fries and a bucket of Diet Cokes for the ultimate nod to Trump.Β 

Also available at The Next Whisky Bar is the Presidential Bites Flight, a selection of luxe small plates created to define the occasion.Β 

Savor black truffle sliders with wagyu beef, mini lobster rolls created from Maine lobster, caviar, yuzu aioli and foie gras.Β 

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Save room for oysters with caviar, served alongside traditional accouterments, and be sure to sip champagne.

"In honor of this historic inauguration, we crafted a menu that balances playfulness and sophistication, embodying the celebratory spirit of the Watergate Hotel," executive chef Tony DiGregorio told Fox News Digital.Β 

"From the indulgent Presidential Stack to the curated bites flight, every dish pays homage to tradition with an elevated twist."

At the Salamander Washington D.C., consider booking the "Table 47 Experience."Β 

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The special menu for two includes whiskey, wine and culinary bites by executive chef Walter Alvarado.Β 

"Guests and locals alike can indulge in the Table 47 Experience, featuring rare whiskeys, vintage wines and expertly curated bites," Alvarado told Fox News Digital.Β 

"We are also pleased to present our presidential afternoon tea, a tribute to the remarkable legacies of our nation's presidents."

At the New Heights Restaurant in D.C.'s Woodley Park neighborhood, there's a culinary journey through history with a special three-course dinner menu, "A Presidential Feast: Flavors from Inaugural History."Β 

Offered exclusively through the end of January, this meal boasts selections from the official menu items served at past U.S. presidents' congressional lunches.Β 

The congressional lunch is a longstanding tradition held after the swearing-in ceremony.Β 

"Since New Heights opened back in 1986, we've seen seven leaders in office, so creating a menu from the same dishes enjoyed by past presidents is a truly awe-inspiring moment for me," executive chef Jose Molina said.Β 

"Cooking for others has always been my greatest joy – it's why I became a chef – so I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate this history than by giving our guests the chance to enjoy these same iconic dishes," he also said.Β 

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"And doing it right here in our nation's capital makes it even more special."Β 

At Blue Duck Tavern in the Park Hyatt Washington D.C., visitors can sip and savor an afternoon tea from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. the weekend before Monday's inauguration.

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The tavern touts that its tea cellar is home to one of the most expansive tea collections in the United States, with over 30 rare, limited-production, single-estate teas.Β 

The tea experience also includes chef-curated food and gourmet pastries.

"Park Hyatt Washington D.C. is adding more noble items, such as lobster and caviar to the afternoon tea menu in anticipation of our guests' expectations for this important event," noted Jean-Claude Plihon, Blue Duck Tavern's director of culinary and food and beverage.

Shelf-staple food items could be your best vacation souvenir

29 December 2024 at 04:00

In addition to the trinkets or souvenirs you might buy when you travel this holiday season, consider that non-perishable food items are a great way to capture memories of your trips and also re-create the experiences you enjoyed.Β 

Shelf-staple food items such as spices, nuts, coffee and spice blends can be packed in carry-on luggage, while sauces, marinades and oils can be brought home in checked luggage.

Renata Lofranco of Fairfax County, Virginia, said she always tries to buy a food item when she's traveling. That way, she can expand her recipe collection at home, plus try to make a dish she enjoyed in a restaurant while she was away.Β 

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"I've bought spiced rubs for meats, olive oils, syrups and caramel candies," she said.Β 

"I've also purchased balsamic vinegar for salad dressings. The nice thing is, sometimes the spice cans or decanters are so pretty they sit on my counter as decorations."

So, if you had an outstanding Creole seafood dish in New Orleans, for example, you might purchase whatever made that foodie experience so memorable β€” and bring it home to relive wonderful vacation memories.

Here are some unique food items to consider grabbing the next time you're away.

Part ketchup and part mayonnaise, fry sauce packs a unique flavor.Β 

It provides an alternative to the usual condiments in which you can dip your fries, Nadja Abada, a registered dietitian with JM Nutrition Edmonton in Alberta, Canada, told Fox News Digital.

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"The fry sauce brand name, declared Utah's favorite condiment, can be picked up when on vacation and brought back home in a suitcase," she said.

The beauty of the sauce rests in its versatility, she suggested.

"It's not only used on fries, but as a sauce on tacos, in bowls and as a dressing in various salads," Abada said.

If you venture to a warm place like Jamaica, consider purchasing jerk seasoning in your resort's gift shop.Β 

"While jerk seasoning is likely widely available back home, it's best to purchase it in Jamaica where it's made with local ingredients and a 'whole lotta love,'" Ababa said.Β Β 

Sandals Dunn's River, an all-inclusive beachfront resort with 12 restaurants, has an on-site shop with a plethora of shelf-staple products.Β 

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Once you get the jerk seasoning back home, you can add it to chicken and enjoy. If chicken isn't your thing, jerk seasoning can be used in various marinades and sauces.

"You can even add it to eggs to give your breakfast a Jamaican flavor and bring back a few fond memories of your travels," Ababa noted.

If you happen to vacation in Mexico, you'd be remiss not to find some easy-to-pack food staples, Ababa said.Β 

"While your options may seem endless, I recommend a couple of indispensable staples: beans and salsa," she said.Β 

The selection of beans on Mexican supermarket shelves is substantial, she noted.Β 

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"Simply take your pick: black, pinto, garbanzo, Peruano, ferried – you name it," Ababa said.Β 

Similarly, an abundance of salsa types can be found in Mexico, including roja, verde, verde cruda, pico de gallo, taquera, habanero and chipotle.

If your wanderlust takes you across the Atlantic to Europe, Ababa said you'll certainly feast your eyes on a broad selection of delicious foods of the region, some of which you can take home.Β 

"No matter which country you visit, chances are the locally produced olive oil tastes better than it does at home," she said.Β 

"The hardest part about taking some back home is choosing your favorite, as there are over 500 olive varieties in Italy alone."

Olive oil, of course, can be spread on bread, drizzled on pizza or added to dressings.Β 

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"No matter how you use it, you'll be adding some authentic Mediterranean flavor to your meals," Ababa told Fox News Digital.

Should your excursions take you on a river cruise, you'll likely visit several ports on one trip – presenting an opportunity to step into town to explore and shop.Β 

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"While there are great items across Europe, Viking's river sailings through France on the Rhone, Garonne and Seine – to name a few – offer a great opportunity to pick up some shelf-stable seasonings and ingredients," Michel Gehrig, director of food and beverage for Viking's river voyages, told Fox News Digital.

"I highly recommend Espelette pepper for its exceptional flavor. Or Fleur de Sel de GuΓ©rande artisan sea salt and Herbes de Provence are wonderful to use in your home kitchen every day," said Gehrig, who is based in Switzerland.

"Riz de Camargue (red rice), truffle paste, Dijon mustard and canned sardines are also fantastic regional finds."

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