Tag: City

Discovery Series Ornament – Pittsburgh

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I reviewed the full-size mug recently; the Discovery Series Ornament Pittsburgh is a mini version of said mug.

Pittsburgh, located in western Pennsylvania, is a city defined by its three rivers, steep hillsides, and strong community traditions. Once known primarily for steel production, it has grown into a center for education, healthcare, and technology while maintaining its distinct local character. The city’s bridges, stairways, and riverfront spaces shape everyday life. The mug design captures these elements in a lively and recognizable Pittsburgh setting.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Honolulu

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I was surprised by the number of releases from the Aloha State. Discovery Series Honolulu is the seventh (including the Campus mug) yet not the last mug from Hawaii.

Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii, is located on the island of Oahu and serves as the cultural and economic center of the state. Its name means “sheltered harbour” in Hawaiian, reflecting the natural protection of its coastal setting. Over time, Honolulu grew from a Polynesian settlement into a key Pacific port and modern island city.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Memphis

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Discovery Series Memphis is a release for a city in Tennessee that was founded in 1819 and named after the ancient Egyptian capital on the Nile River, a reference chosen because of its location along the mighty Mississippi River. Just as its namesake thrived beside water, Memphis grew into a major river port and cultural crossroads in the American South. Over time, it became known for music, civil rights history, and a distinctive riverfront skyline. The mug design brings together these defining elements into a lively portrait of the city.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Pittsburgh

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Starbucks is back in the City of Bridges with the release of the Discovery Series Pittsburgh mug.

Pittsburgh, located in western Pennsylvania, is a city shaped by rivers, steel heritage, and dramatic hillsides. Once known as the Steel City, it has evolved into a center for education, technology, and sports while maintaining strong local traditions. The city sits at the confluence of three rivers, creating a distinctive skyline and geography. The mug design brings together these landmarks, flavours, and cultural references into one recognizable Pittsburgh scene.… Read more

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You Are Here – Firenze

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Similar to other Italian cities, an existing mug gets an update in the form of You Are Here Firenze, with the only change being the name written in Italian, rather than English. I think this is the last one to be revised, as all the other cities have either been updated or were originally released with their Italian names. The only exception, however, might be Veròna, which could be written in the Venetian language.

Firenze was founded by the Romans in 59 BC as Florentia, meaning “flourishing” or “prosperous.” The city grew into a major medieval center of trade, banking, and art, eventually becoming the birthplace of the Renaissance in the 14th and 15th centuries under the influence of powerful families such as the Medici.… Read more

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Been There – Temuco

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Due to its scarcity, it was not easy to obtain photos of the recently released Been There Temuco mug. Many thanks to a friend of this blog for kindly providing them.

Temuco is a city in southern Chile known as a gateway to the Araucania region, an area rich in Mapuche heritage and dramatic natural landscapes. Founded in 1881 during the expansion of the Chilean frontier, the city developed as a commercial and cultural center surrounded by forests, rivers, and volcanoes.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Antigua Guatemala

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Big thanks to a blog reader for providing these exclusive pictures of the brand-new Discovery Series Antigua Guatemala mug. This release introduces the new collection to this Central American country, and I’m confident it’s just a matter of time before a country mug follows.

Antigua Guatemala is a historic city nestled in the central highlands of Guatemala, once serving as the capital of the Spanish colonial kingdom in Central America. Founded in the 16th century, the city is known for its preserved architecture, cobblestone streets, and dramatic volcanic surroundings.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Albuquerque

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This city in New Mexico has never received a Starbucks mug before. To add more to that, the Discovery Series Albuquerque is the first city mug from this state.

Albuquerque was founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial outpost along the Rio Grande. The railroad’s arrival in 1880 transformed it into a regional hub, while World War II brought Sandia National Laboratories and Kirtland Air Force Base. Today, Albuquerque is New Mexico’s largest city, balancing Spanish colonial heritage, Native American influences, and modern growth as a center for technology and tourism.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Winnipeg

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This is the second-to-last Canadian province mug released to date; there is only one left to add to the collection! Discovery Series Winnipeg has a unique colour scheme, and I don’t recall seeing anything similar in previous releases.

Winnipeg is the capital of Manitoba and a city shaped by rivers, railways, and prairie traditions. Sitting at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers, it has long been a hub for trade, culture, and community life. The city balances historic institutions with modern landmarks, all while embracing its famously cold winters.… Read more

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Been There – Phnom Penh

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It was not particularly easy to find pictures of the Been There Phnom Penh mug, likely due to its scarcity. I am lucky to have the ornament in my collection, which I reviewed here.

Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s capital city and cultural heart, with a history shaped by royal heritage, river trade, and resilience through centuries of change. Located at the meeting point of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers, the city has long been a center of political power and daily life.… Read more

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