Espresso

You may have been wondering if there are any cool new coffee toys to improve your Barista skills. Oh sure, there are the ubiquitous click tamper thingies, and of course, the ever-so sexy bathroom scale to measure your tamp pressure. One word – BORING! But if you want something that says “I know Starbucks is […]

If you like coffee, then chances are that you’ll really enjoy Italian coffee (or caffè). There are many different styles including “espresso” and cappuccino, which are both popular in the United States. All styles are based on espresso. For example, a cappuccino is an espresso with steamed milk and milk foam. Note that “espresso” is […]

The 21st century has arrived, and now you can take espresso to work, camping, travel, or anywhere on the go. These hand-powered portable espresso makers promise a very small footprint without the need for electricity or cartridges, all at a very reasonable price. Just add hot water and some finely ground coffee, and you are […]

There are quite a number of handheld espresso makers, mainly targeted at campers, backpackers, and ultra-light road warriors. The Nomad by UniTerra is similar in that it is hand-operated and requires no electricity, but it comes in a larger but still portable form factor. It seems more appropriate for a picnic, road trip, vacation home, […]

As one of the best types of espresso machines available on the market today, the Rancilio Silvia stands far above other espresso machines or coffee makers that you’ll see on store shelves. For the home barista who is serious about their espresso, the Rancilio Silvia is a commercial-style espresso machine that includes professional-grade components. And […]

The Starbucks Barista home espresso machine is easy to use and is capable of producing high-quality espresso. This is a very good, compact, sturdy machine capable of delivering a consistent shot of espresso and good quality steamed milk. It is also available at a relatively reasonable price. The Design The Barista is very simple in […]