Semi automatic espresso machines are my favorites for several reasons. This type of espresso makers are most often the choice of coffee enthusiasts, who like to fully customize their shot, and they like to experiment with various beans and brewing tweaks. There is a wide range of semi-automatic espresso machines, from the most basic ones, … Read more
De’Longhi EC155 is one of the best and inexpensive machines on the market. It is very reliable, it can be used with either ground coffee, or pods. The pump has 15 bars pressure, more than enough for pulling the perfect shot, and the self priming feature ensures a fast,no nagging coffee making process. The great … Read more
When I learned how to make coffee, I did it the hard way, through trial and error. There was not much information at the time. It is much easier now, we have Internet, great barista schools, and the geeky friend who has the coffee brewing down to a science. At the end of the day, … Read more
Coffee Culture Around the World Coffee is roasted, brewed, and drank in a huge variety of ways. For many it’s a much needed pick-me-up each morning, for others it’s a delicious drink in the late evenings. For thousands of years, people have been enjoying the rich taste of coffee. Since the discovery of caffeine in … Read more