by Christy Nafziger | Jul 10, 2019 | Espresso, Espresso Machines
What is the best commercial espresso machine? Don't you wish someone would just TELL you? Every machine out there sounds like the best commercial espresso machine when you read the specs and advertising, but a lot of them fail the test once you get them home. We've...
by Kathlyn Angeles | Jun 4, 2019 | Espresso Machines
There is a plethora of home espresso machines on the market. There are cheap, entry-level models and high-end models. While it’s true that you can still pull a decent shot from cheap machines, I believe that the $500 price range is the sweet spot for home baristas who...
by Katherine Hammond | May 21, 2019 | Coffee, Espresso Machines
Keeping caffeinated is a natural way to keep up on your life and on top of your tasks, with coffee providing fuel, and espresso giving us jet fuel. An espresso machine gives us the ability to expand upon our coffee-derived product usage to include exotic drinks beyond...
by Kathlyn Angeles | Mar 31, 2019 | Espresso, Espresso Machines
For coffee lovers who frequent Starbucks, purchasing a Mastrena espresso machine for the home is a tantalizing idea. You've enjoyed the smooth and frothy beverages doled out by your local barista for years, you've seen that elegant Mastrena logo. Now, just maybe, it...
by Kathlyn Angeles | Mar 26, 2019 | Espresso Machines
You know the drill. The alarm goes off and you hit the snooze button. You wake up and look at the clock in disbelief. You can’t function without coffee but you longer have time, so you rush to work instead. Wouldn’t it be great if there is someone else who can make...
by Kathlyn Angeles | Mar 19, 2019 | Espresso Machines
Nothing is better than a steaming shot of espresso served in a stylish demitasse. A $2 espresso shot may not seem much. But if you visit your favorite local coffee shop on a daily basis, the expenses can add up. That can easily translate to around $60-$100 a month....