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Starbucks has become pure escapism. Do you agree?

 

During the entire process, there is the obligatory flaunting of Nokia cell phones, the occasional eruptions of “yeah” and “sure” here and there. You get the impression everyone in the room is from the conyo sector. Pathetic as it is, the Starbucks atmosphere is so contagious that it simply brings out the social climber in one.

 

But when in Starbucks, the average Pinoy is instantly made to feel he’s in New York, or Las Vegas, or Paris, or anywhere else but Manila – one probable reson why we Filipinos buy this flick. We are total suckers for anything that is western in concept. But Starbucks has gone beyond colonial mentality; it has become pure escapism. It helps us forget about the EDSA traffic jam, the hostages in Mindanao, and the decreasing popularity of Erap. In this age of harsh realities of poverty and chaos, anything that offers oblivion and temporary indulgence sells fast. No matter how costly it is.

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i think negative comments about SB should be on the quality of their good (coffee and pastries) not on their clientele. If your peso is not worth it then stay away from the place. :rolleyes:

 

still is cheaper alternative to UCC goodies.

I buy SB venti fraps before going to the office (when I'm late to care for some delays) or when waiting for my date (wife) :thumbsupsmiley:

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