Saeco Xelsis – New Super Automatic Espresso Machine
There’s no doubting the popularity of coffee and, like creating a fine wine, the process of perfecting that ultimate brew can be somewhat complicated. Domestic coffee machines have made the job of getting a café quality coffee at home so much easier, and now Saeco has gone that extra mile by releasing a machine that allows family members to individually tailor coffee to their tastes. The Xelsis automatic coffee machine features six personalized profiles so everyone can customize their own brew at the touch of a button.
Popularity: 69% [?]
Venice Store: Arrival of the GS2
A new cafe in Venice has a different system in mind. Instead of waiting in line to order your tasty beverage from a barista behind a counter, a barista will instead approach you and take you to an espresso machine. The idea is to get the customer and the barista talking and allows for a more immersive experience in the espresso making process. This is a clip of a beautifully restored GS2 espresso machine arriving at their shop. The GS2 will be on display and in use at the Venice cafe.
The new Intelligentsia store in Venice will feature a beautifully restored GS2 espresso machine, complete with wood and glass customizations. This machine has a bit of history behind it…read about it here in this New York Times blog post.
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Vanilla Raspberry Iced Latte Recipe
Summertime Pick-Me-Up
The usual hot espresso coffee mornings just don’t seem desirable when Summer is here and the days are long and hot. Here is the summer scene. We want to stay up later to enjoy the summer evenings and we wake up tired. Although I do not recommend skimping on your necessary sleep, I do have a fun solution to help get you up and going. You need something to look forward to, an iced coffee beverage, a tasty caffeinated treat. After you try this recipe you will be jumping up out of bed and running to the kitchen for your morning pick-me-up, Iced VanillaRaspberry Espresso treat. This recipe is gently sweet with a powerful espresso coffee punch.
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Descaling Products For Your Espresso Machine
Dezcal by Urnex for eliminating scale in your Espresso Machine Boiler System
Descaling your espresso machine is effortless and effective when you utilize products that are customized for your particular type of machine. It wasn’t long ago that vinegar was the desired chemical for cleaning coffee and espresso machines. More recently, our coffee appliances have become more sophisticated and efficient. Thus, requiring a descaling agent that would effectively remove the mineral build-up on the water boiler and tank, while protecting the appliance from caustic odors and undesirable toxic chemicals. It is also important to use a product that is safe and non-toxic for human consumption.
Different espresso machines require different descaling techniques and products to do the job. You will find decalcifying agents in liquid, tablet, and powder forms. Different Manufacturers recommend different forms of descaling products, but basically the goal is all the same. You want to remove the scale using a chemical that is placed in the water reservoir so it can be taken up into the boiler and tubes that deliver the boiling water. As the chemical soaks inside the machine, it cleans the build-up.
With all espresso machines, the goal is to put the correct concentration of descaler into the water reservoir and run the product through all tanks and tubes. If you are using tablets, you must first dissolve the tablets completely before running the descale cycle. This takes only a few minutes and is actually fun to watch. When water mixes with the tablet you will witness an entertaining show of fuzzing, bubbles, and “water dancing”, as I like to call it.
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Popularity: 18% [?]
Jura Super Automatic Espresso Machines, My Choice for Self Serve Coffee Beverages
I have researched and found one commercial Super Automatic Espresso machine manufacturer that sets itself apart from others. Jura manufactures a self serve type espresso machines with important qualities including user friendly design, durability, and excellent customer service.
Most commercial espresso machines require professional barista training, a commercial kitchen with direct line plumbing and drains, 220 Volt electric outlets, and a huge amount of counter space. Jura commercial superautomatic espresso machines are simple to operate. Simply place a cup under the spout, press a button, and watch the super automatic espresso machine create a perfect espresso, latte , cappuccino, or coffee. This is a pour-over type of machine, making it self-contained and easily mobilized to different venues for multiple use. If you can press a button, you can make an exceptionally good espresso beverage with this espresso machine.
Popularity: 11% [?]
