Compare: Convenience of Superautos vs. Capsule vs. Pod Espresso Machines
If convenience is king in your household, your espresso machine selection will likely center on superautomatic, capsule or pod-friendly options such as those made by DeLonghi, Jura, Nespresso and...
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The Reluctant Barista: Jura GIGA 5 and the Secret Menu
There is something so intriguing about a secret menu. Starbucks has one. In-N-Out Burger has one. And now, the Jura GIGA 5 Automatic Coffee Center does too. After a hot tip from Kat that there was...
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Miele CM6150 | Crew Review
Overview Sleek, modern, and highly programable—it's the Miele CM6150. One of Miele's newest offerings in their line of Swiss-made coffee makers, the CM6150 serves as a relatively affordable entry...
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How To: Descaling the Saeco Vienna Plus Superautomatic
This popular superautomatic is simple and straight forward to use, but we often get questions around how to care for it. In addition to regularly removing the brew group and spraying it down, cleaning...
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Crew Review: DeLonghi Caffe Venezia
Practicality is king with this budget-minded superautomatic from DeLonghi. Pretty sure the Caffe Venezia isn't going to win any pretty design awards, but if you want a superauto for less than $600,...
View ArticleCrew Review: Saeco Incanto DeLuxe Superauto
This is one of our crew faves (from !!!Bunny!!!) and we realized the only video crew review we had done on this machine covered the refurbished models we work on and carry. So we thought we'd take you...
View ArticleTesting: Steaming Lactose Free Milk
We had a viewer query regarding lactose free milk: Was his inability to get great microfoam caused by the nature of the lactose free milk or did he just need to practice more? Milk is magically (OK,...
View ArticleCompare: Jura Superautomatic Espresso Machines
Interested in a superautomatic machine but not sure how different manufacturers measure up? We're here to help! Watch Gail take on Jura's currently available (as of July 2012) line of superautomatic...
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Whole Beans Vs. Pods
You’ve heard us talk about how much we love superautomatic espresso machines. We’ve discussed the convenience, simplicity, and ease of maintenance that comes with these machines extensively. But you...
View ArticleEspresso Machine Storage Tips
Leaving your machine alone for the winter? Need to store it or move it (by hand) to a new location? Gail gives us some tips on what you should do to prepare your machine so you limit the possibility...
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