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Home Espresso Machines with the CoffeeMeister

Posted Sep 15th 2009 2:00PM by Erin Meister
Filed under: Coffee, Raves & Reviews

A Rancilio Silvia
home espresso machine.
Photo: Jay Ritmista, Flickr

Erin Meister trains baristas for North Carolina-based Counter Culture Coffee and sporadically maintains the blog Meet the Press Pot from her home in New York City. This is part of a series of tips for the caffeine-addicted.

Hooked on espresso? Yeah, me too. But not because we need it, right? It's because we love it. It isn't just a caffeine fix -- it's an act of passion. It's a foodie's delight.

Brewing espresso at home is a luxury enjoyed by few but might be more accessible than you think: Decent equipment starts at a basic splurge level before moving into "coffee has taken control of my life" exorbitance -- I swear!

Here's a guide to finding a machine that fits your needs (and your bank account).

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Illy looks to make espresso a fashion statement

Posted Dec 26th 2006 6:59PM by Joe DiStefano
Filed under: Coffee, Did you know?, America, Italy, Coffee shops

Did you know that the invention of the espresso machine can be traced back to Illy? Me neither. But it all makes sense.

I learned this fascinating fact this morning in a New York Times article that details parent company Illycaffè's strategy to maintain its grounds in what's become an increasingly global and competitive coffee bar arena. The company had sought to have the name espresso legally protected so it could only be used by Italian espresso makers. As any Starbucks fan knows this effort failed; Illycaffè was told that espresso is a generic term that cannot be assigned to any particular nation.

Illy's new strategy is to make customers view espresso as fashionable. Of course espresso was considered a sophisticated drink long before Starbucks brought the frappuccino into vogue. After all, the idea of café society has existed since the 1800s. It seems the espresso pioneer aims to make the beverage even more fashionable. It has opened a chain of espresso bars called Espressamente that with cups and saucers designed by the likes of Jeff Koons look more like fashion boutiques than typical Italian espresso bars.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to Starbucks for my afternoon jolt, but only because there's no Espressamente in my nabe.

In-car coffee makers

Posted Aug 22nd 2006 12:01PM by Nicole Weston
Filed under: Coffee, Hacking Food, Food Oddities, Food Gadgets

Even though it is dangerous to drive while eating or drinking, most morning commuters still want to have their coffee on the way to work. Car designers know this, which is why they install cup holders that are easy for the driver to reach. Audi took the idea a step further and designed their concept Roadjet with a fully-functional espresso machine (above left) on the arm rest between the driver and passenger seats. This enables the driver to get his or her caffeine fix without having to pull into a Starbucks, though hopefully they will wait until the car stops before pulling a shot.

One enthusiastic Audi fan couldn't resist making a mod with his own Audi and installed a Capresso 1500 (above right) in the back seat. It is securely tied down to the seat and is powered with an inverter that is mounted on the dash. It's also a bit safer than the Roadjet model because, since the machine is in the back seat, the driver cannot operate the machine while behind the wheel.

Adventures in Espresso

Posted Apr 9th 2006 10:32AM by Nicole Weston
Filed under: Coffee, Raves & Reviews, Food Quest

I recently set up my home espresso machine. I am not an espresso novice, but this is the first machine I’ve had in my own kitchen. Based upon careful research, I selected the best machine I could find. And by “careful research”, I mean to say that I got a good deal on a good-looking machine. Fortunately for me, it is also an excellent machine that offers great performance, especially for a countertop model. It has a 15-BAR pressure pump and high quality brass hadware inside. The sleek, retro styling and small size are nice bonuses, in my opinon. I have a Francis!Francis! X3.

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Espresso machine recall

Posted Feb 16th 2006 3:08PM by Nick Vagnoni
Filed under: Coffee, Business, Food Gadgets, America, Europe

Krups recently issued a voluntary recall for two different models of the Orchestro Espresso Maker. Apparently the electrical connectors on the machines are prone to eroding, making them fire hazards. The model numbers are 890-41 (right) and 889-45. According to the recall statement from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there are about 2,100 of the machines in circulation and no injuries have been reported. The machines are produced in Switzerland by Eugster/Frismag. Krups will offer free repairs via their recall site. Apparently, the machines have been on the market for about six years and retail for around $850. That's a lot of scratch to have a coffeepot go up in flames.

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Home Espresso Machines with the CoffeeMeister

Illy looks to make espresso a fashion statement

In-car coffee makers

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