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  Delonghi Dedica EC685 Reviewed and Explained

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  Delonghi’s Dedica line first appeared on the market with the Dedica EC680 in 2013, and was quickly hailed as one of the best home espresso machines in its class. Since then, this classic home coffee machine has been through several upgrades — and several competitors and imitators have appeared on the market, too!

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  How to Store Coffee Beans and Preserve Their Freshness

  Posted in: Coffee Care & Maintenance

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  The quality of the bean is the most important aspect of your morning cup of Joe. The higher the quality, the better the taste and overall perception, and vice versa. Since fresh coffee is not easy to maintain, knowing the shelf life of your beans and storing them properly can save you both money and time.

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  How To Become a Professional Barista

  Posted in: Espresso Brewing & Techniques, Brewing Methods & Techniques

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  ‘Choose a job you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.’ Wise words indeed, and for plenty of coffee lovers, the idea of leaving the office behind and starting a new career in coffee is an ever-present temptation. Working as a barista is a lot of fun. It’s creative and fast-paced, and you are in constant contact with a lot of inspiring people — on both sides of the bar. At the same time it is very hard work, sometimes dirty, often poorly paid, and the opportunities to...

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  Oscar II vs. Oscar Mood: Which is Right for You?

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  If you’re looking for a prosumer-level home espresso machine, then the Oscar machines from Nuova Simonelli should definitely be on your shortlist, as some of the best home espresso machines on the market right now.

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  Saudi Coffee: Origins and how to prepare it

  Posted in: Coffee Culture & Origins

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  In spite of its Ethiopian origin, Arabic Coffee has transcended geographical boundaries and succeeded in sitting on the throne of hospitality in many parts of the Arabian Peninsula. With its golden yellow color, bitter taste, and pungent spices.  There is hardly any gathering without a pot of Arabic coffee and cups, whether you are in the Gulf States or in the brotherly State of Yemen. Every region has its own special blend to brew Arabic Coffee and its distinct customs of serving it. 

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  La Marzocco Linea Mini Review

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  Home espresso machines are often divided into ‘domestic’ and ‘prosumer’ grade machines. The La Marzocco Linea Mini is one of the very few machines that is a step above these categories: a true commercial-grade espresso machine, but compact enough to fit into a home kitchen. La Marzocco are undoubtedly leaders in this segment of the market — in fact, they virtually invented the category when they released the GS3 in 2008. The GS3 took the cutting-edge technology of La Marzocco’s commercial...

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  How to make Turkish Coffee at Home: Tools and Equipment Needed

  Posted in: Brewing Methods & Techniques, Coffee Recipes & Drinks

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  Imagine the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafting through your home as you prepare an authentic cup of Turkish coffee using the oldest coffee brewer in the world. The process of making Turkish coffee is both an art and a science and with the right tools and equipment, you can master it in your own kitchen.

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  Channeling: The Effect and How To Avoid It

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  Did you prepare your cup of coffee in the usual way only to be shocked by the bad and unbalanced taste? If so, then you can blame channeling in the coffee puck; it's the first cause in such cases.

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  Why upgrade from a Nespresso to an espresso machine at home?

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  If you use a Nespresso machine to make your coffee at home — or you’re thinking about buying one — then you already know why these machines are so popular. They’re so convenient and easy to use — and much cheaper than going to a cafe every day to get your espresso fix.

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  Rocket Appartamento Espresso Machine Review

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  The Rocket Appartamento espresso machine made a big splash when it was first released. The Rocket Espresso brand is well known for combining elegant style, professional-grade features, and rock-solid build quality — and the Appartamento is no exception. Its compact size, iconic design, and full-fat features are a compelling combination, and it’s not surprising that the Appartamento espresso machine was an immediate winner.

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