Sandy's Sunshine at Starbucks: A Coffee Concoction of Delight! Forget the caffeine kick, Sandy at Helsinki Starbucks is the real star! From the moment I walked in, her smile was as bright as the espresso machine, instantly warming the atmosphere. Her genuine enthusiasm was contagious, and her "what can I make magical for you today?" greeting had me grinning like a Cheshire cat (even before the coffee!).
Her humor was like the perfect blend of smooth and bold, sprinkled with wit that had me snorting my laughter back into my scarf (oops!). She navigated my indecisive chai latte desires with patience and a dash of playful teasing, ultimately crafting one of the most delicious 'Dirty Chai' I've ever had (it made me sing a little ...)
Sandy isn't just a barista; she's a barista alchemist, transforming coffee beans into liquid sunshine. Her warmth and genuine interest in my day made me feel like a regular, even on my first visit. She remembered my name and even offered a friendly wave as I...
   Read moreOut of the coffee shops before security this one at least has a bit of a view out to bus stops/passenger drop off lanes. Nice and airy, not too crammed between seating. What I didnât like is how messy the place was, even though it was a quiet time and the staff would have had plenty of time to clean and wipe off tables. Bread crumbs, empty bottles, empty coffee cups on tables, overflowing garbage can next to the counter. We sat in the cafe for about 45 minutes and during all that time I didnât see the staff make one attempt to clear any tables, but they did have time to stand behind the...
   Read moreThis Starbucks is located on the same floor as the check in desks and security. It is on the left before you go to security. Itâs a floor above the food hall. There are plenty of chairs to lounge and it wasnât busy on a Saturday. It has a view of the dropoff and pickup lanes as well as some outdoor seating. I ordered a strawberry açaĂ refresher but bummer they were out of the freeze dried strawberries. A venti in Europe is so small. Staff are...
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