The Church of Tim Hortons
Jul 19th 2007, 2:53 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
erm... because their coffee tastes like dishwater? Sacrilegious to say so, perhaps, and I'll happily consume it (and a dutchie or a box of Timbits as appropriate) when it's the only thing on offer, but if there's an alternative that actually tastes of coffee I'd take that any day.
Why else d'you think the double-double is the standard mixture? Put in enough sugar and cream and it disguises the absence of coffee flavour.
Why else d'you think the double-double is the standard mixture? Put in enough sugar and cream and it disguises the absence of coffee flavour.
Jul 19th 2007, 3:03 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
Plenty of people have noticed that TH coffee is undrinkable. My missus has remarked that there is only one thing worse. That brings us back to once-a-year treats.
Jul 19th 2007, 3:09 pm
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Jul 19th 2007, 3:27 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
all a matter of taste folks and if you don't like it shut up about it.
1 cup will allow the newbies to experience for themsevles but unless you like sweet creamy coffee don't buy Double double.
There is no fancy latte or capof cream or varying degree of strengths, flavour depending on skill of the maker.
Its Coffee + Milk or cream or sugar or nothing at all.
Plain and simple.
For all of you who don't like it, thanks for not increasingg the line size.
1 cup will allow the newbies to experience for themsevles but unless you like sweet creamy coffee don't buy Double double.
There is no fancy latte or capof cream or varying degree of strengths, flavour depending on skill of the maker.
Its Coffee + Milk or cream or sugar or nothing at all.
Plain and simple.
For all of you who don't like it, thanks for not increasingg the line size.
Jul 19th 2007, 3:29 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
I've always assumed that there's a shortage of coffee makers and kettle's over here because of the long line ups through the drive through's early mornings.
Jul 19th 2007, 3:32 pm
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Jul 19th 2007, 3:34 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
i saw a documentary on TV not that long ago about Tim Horton.and Ron Joyce .very interesting people..and his foundation continues to do a lot for children..
What One Cup of Coffee Can Do
Every time a customer buys a coffee at Tim Hortons on Camp Day they will help send over 12,000 kids – who could otherwise not afford it – on the camping adventure of a lifetime. All children who attend the Foundation’s camp sessions are selected from within the communities where Tim Hortons stores are located. Tim Hortons store owners work closely with local youth organizations and schools to select appropriate children, between the ages of nine and 12, to attend a 10 day summer camp session or seven day winter camp session.
“Each year we are overwhelmed with the outpouring of support that we receive from our loyal customers and special guests on Camp Day,” says Nick Javor, Tim Hortons senior vice president of corporate affairs. “Our customers like the fact that all they need to do to help deserving children is buy a cup of coffee. It’s what they already do every day – yet on Camp Day so many go above and beyond to show their support.”
About Tim Hortons and the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation
The Tim Hortons chain was founded in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1964. It is the largest quick service restaurant chain in Canada specializing in always fresh coffee, baked goods and homestyle lunches. There are currently over 2,400 Tim Hortons restaurants in Canada and 250 in the United States. The Tim Horton Children's Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization, was established in 1974 by Ron Joyce, Co-Founder of the Tim Hortons chain, to honour Tim Horton's love for children and his desire to help those less fortunate. Since 1974, more than 72,000 economically disadvantaged children and youth have attended a Foundation camp. For more information about Tim Hortons or the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation, please visit: www.timhortons.com.
When i was first here ..i was amazed at the morning line ups at Tim Hortons....i asked my husband..what is so damn popular about Tim Hortons...he answered..well aside from the coffee~ it is the history...you have to remember Canadians love hockey..and Tim Horton is a hockey legend!
http://www.legendsofhockey.net:8080/...io&list=#photo
What One Cup of Coffee Can Do
Every time a customer buys a coffee at Tim Hortons on Camp Day they will help send over 12,000 kids – who could otherwise not afford it – on the camping adventure of a lifetime. All children who attend the Foundation’s camp sessions are selected from within the communities where Tim Hortons stores are located. Tim Hortons store owners work closely with local youth organizations and schools to select appropriate children, between the ages of nine and 12, to attend a 10 day summer camp session or seven day winter camp session.
“Each year we are overwhelmed with the outpouring of support that we receive from our loyal customers and special guests on Camp Day,” says Nick Javor, Tim Hortons senior vice president of corporate affairs. “Our customers like the fact that all they need to do to help deserving children is buy a cup of coffee. It’s what they already do every day – yet on Camp Day so many go above and beyond to show their support.”
About Tim Hortons and the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation
The Tim Hortons chain was founded in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1964. It is the largest quick service restaurant chain in Canada specializing in always fresh coffee, baked goods and homestyle lunches. There are currently over 2,400 Tim Hortons restaurants in Canada and 250 in the United States. The Tim Horton Children's Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization, was established in 1974 by Ron Joyce, Co-Founder of the Tim Hortons chain, to honour Tim Horton's love for children and his desire to help those less fortunate. Since 1974, more than 72,000 economically disadvantaged children and youth have attended a Foundation camp. For more information about Tim Hortons or the Tim Horton Children’s Foundation, please visit: www.timhortons.com.
When i was first here ..i was amazed at the morning line ups at Tim Hortons....i asked my husband..what is so damn popular about Tim Hortons...he answered..well aside from the coffee~ it is the history...you have to remember Canadians love hockey..and Tim Horton is a hockey legend!
http://www.legendsofhockey.net:8080/...io&list=#photo
Jul 19th 2007, 3:35 pm
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it is a vision to see huh!!!!
Jul 19th 2007, 3:50 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
PS ...says I, who finishes his second cup of coffee before leaving home and takes the train to work, so I'm hardly typical...
Last edited by Oakvillian; Jul 19th 2007 at 3:53 pm. Reason: added postscript
Jul 19th 2007, 4:01 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
Really, if you tried bonafide coffee in Argentina you wouldn't able to have Tim Hortons again.
I hated the drink/food here at first but it is something my mouth/body has got used to as that is the best I am going to get here.
I hated the drink/food here at first but it is something my mouth/body has got used to as that is the best I am going to get here.
Jul 19th 2007, 4:04 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
Well personally I can't stand coffee so I have no idea what Tim Horton's coffee is like. Though I confess to rather liking their hot chocolate. And honey crullers. And other things.
Starbucks hot chocolate is horrible. Second Cup do a good hot chocolate, though it is much more expensive than Tim Horton's. Mind you the SC Vanilla Bean Hot Chocolate is my favourite hot tipple over there, absolutely gorgeous.
Starbucks hot chocolate is horrible. Second Cup do a good hot chocolate, though it is much more expensive than Tim Horton's. Mind you the SC Vanilla Bean Hot Chocolate is my favourite hot tipple over there, absolutely gorgeous.
Jul 19th 2007, 4:08 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
Last time I saw your name Babs I thought you were leaving Canada....what happened ? or am I confusing you with another tennis playing bod ?
Jul 19th 2007, 4:11 pm
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Re: The Church of Tim Hortons
Apparently its a religious cult in Canada. Saw loads of people queuing to get into their church chanting, Our father who art in heaven double double be thy name.
Strange.
http://www.ski-epic.com/2006_canada_...drive_thru.jpg
Strange.
http://www.ski-epic.com/2006_canada_...drive_thru.jpg
I would be more than happy to take the communion of the Tim Bit (preferably chocolate glaze)
Flossie