Tim Hortons, a letter to my father
Having a whole business plan from Canada to succeed in Korea might seem simple, but it must have taken years of dedication for Korea to have so many Tim Hortons today. The Tim Hortons here are so different from what I was used to back in Canada, yet they still feel the same. They are different because in Canada it was always only about the simplicity of grabbing a coffee and a sandwich on the go…
The spread of Tim Hortons coffee shops from Canada to Korea may appear straightforward, but the journey required years of unwavering commitment. The current number of Tim Hortons locations in Korea stands in stark contrast to what the writer was accustomed to back home. While the taste of the coffee remains familiar, there are notable differences between the Canadian and Korean outlets.
In Canada, Tim Hortons was synonymous with quick, on-the-go coffee and sandwiches shared with loved ones during family breakfasts or road trips in Quebec or other parts of the country. In Korea, however, Tim Hortons has transformed into a full-fledged experience, with distinctive decor and an extensive menu that transports Koreans to a brief moment in Canada.
The writer acknowledges that some individuals may remain aloof and distant even when living overseas, while those with warm hearts remain closely connected to their families. The writer's predicament lies in possessing a generous heart but being driven by ambitious dreams. More often than not, the writer finds themselves feeling homesick and sorrowful for leaving their parents behind in Quebec City.
Tim Hortons has become a constant reminder of those sentiments, not due to any direct link to Quebec culture, but rather because it evokes similar feelings.
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