September 22nd, 2010 by Geoff Marks
I have come to realize that individuals are passionate about coffee. For many of us it’s part of our daily lives. It’s part of our history. And the fact that there’s a Starbucks on every other corner attests to the fact that individuals love espresso and that they’re willing to pay a high price for it. But wise individuals know that they are able to enjoy their favorite coffee beverages, whenever they feel like having one, and not need to shell out a fiver or more for it. All they need is an automatic espresso maker.
Prior to there were specialty coffee shops people had been satisfied with “regular” coffee. They may have bought coffee at a convenience store, or a donut shop, diner, or restaurant. But people’s tastes have changed. Today’s latte, cappuccino, and espresso drinkers are no longer satisfied by restaurant coffee. Or home drip coffee. They now want a sophisticated coffee drink, or 1 that is …
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September 7th, 2010 by Geoff Marks
Indeed, you do.
Have you been just not yourself until you’ve had your daily caffeine fix by way of an espresso, cappuccino, or latte? Well guess what, you might be a coffeee freak if you answered yes to that question. Like I am. Perhaps you feel a little bit above drip-brewed coffee drinkers. Like me. I find it very difficult, nearly impossible, to enjoy a cup of coffee from a drip-drew system. I just can’t. Ever since I had my very first espresso, in Florence Italy, about 20 years ago. I came home totally spoiled by the experience.
Are you Truly an Espresso-Maniac?
Do you have a personal espresso machine at home? If you do have your own espresso machine at home then you have earned my complete respect and admiration.
If you don’t have your own espresso machine yet then what is holding you back? You’ve most likely desired your own espresso machine for a long time, right? Then …
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September 5th, 2010 by Geoff Marks
If there is an espresso machine that’s a perennial favorite, and a real workhorse, it would have to be the Gaggia Classic. This is one of Gaggia’s all-time best selling models, and they just keep making it better. For the modest cost of this device, and the high quality of espresso that it’s capable of producing, this espresso maker deserves 5 stars along with a standing ovation.
This really is an ideal entry level machine if you’re seeking to purchase your very first real home espresso maker. The Gaggia Classic falls into the category of “semi-autiomatic” espresso machines. With this class of espresso machine you have control over grinding, dosing, tamping, and timing. If the coffee was ground properly and the grounds were tamped using the right amount of pressure, the brew time ought to be close to 28 seconds. The brewing process starts with the simple flip of a switch and then you choose to end the extraction …
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August 7th, 2010 by Geoff Marks
Can’t start your day without stopping into your neighborhood coffee bar for your daily cappuccino fix? If you are then it is certainly understandable. Espresso drinks are a tasty way to get your day started! Everyday millions of Americans just like you drop down $4 or more to get their morning caffiene needs satisfied.
If you love your cappuccino or lattes that much, like I do, then there is a better way to start your day, and that is by making your own espresso drinks — at home with your own espresso cappuccino maker. You can make a perfect latte or cappuccino while you’re still half asleep, minutes after getting out of bed, by simply pressing a few buttions if you have a super automatic espresso maker. Unless maybe you enjoy standing in line waiting to place your order, and then waiting some more while your drink is prepared and served in a paper cup. That’s not the way …
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