Starbucks is closing the doors for 3 hours at its 7,100 stores across America for a brief barista re-education. The Starbucks closing starts at 5:30 p.m. local time today February 26 to energize 135,000 employees. As part of his refocusing on the coffee customer experience, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz wants baristas to share their passion for making espresso. Link