Posted on 07/03/2006 3:00:39 PM PDT by stylin_geek
A coffee shop called Starbucks bang in the middle of Kandahar is hardly something one takes in one's stride.
Before we go any further let's be clear - it is no relation of the US-based international chain of the same name.
Kandahar's coffee shop may not have the crisp decor and skinny lattes which are regulation fare for Starbucks the world over.
But customers in the southern Afghan city say it is a welcome diversion from dusty, narrow streets, haywire traffic and conservative views.
Kandahar's Starbucks boasts its own lively atmosphere with smartly dressed locals - some in trousers and shirts, some even wearing ties - often to be found in animated discussion.
(Excerpt) Read more at news.bbc.co.uk ...
White Star Cluster
Clusterbomb Cafe
Daisycutter Decaf
Jihad Java
Mullah Latte
It is ex-pats like him who may make a difference this time.
I agree. This is a positive step in Afghanistan.
decap-uccino
LOLOLOL
Next up: Starbucks suing them for unauthorized use of the name.
I actually thought it was a real Starbucks. That would have been it. Game over. We Win.
Poppy Seed Latte is a big seller..
Yes. Wash away all them nasty Conservative views with a cup of joe.
Journalists suck.
APf
Yes, I agree with that. However, I think the mere fact such a place exists means we're on our way to winning.
At least, 3,5 million Afghans that were living abroad have gone home. That is a foreign policy I can support. Foreigners in foreign lands, not next door.
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