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K Kat

Brew Tip: Francis Francis Portafilter

Lately, we've been digging the Francis Francis X1 and X7 espresso machines because...
  • Nov 10, 2010
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K Kat

New: Lattissima Premium Capsule Machine

DeLonghi and Nespresso have coalesced yet again to offer an updated version of the...
  • Oct 19, 2010
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K Kat

Crew Review: DeLonghi Magnifica ECAM23210B Compact Superauto

In the newly inaugurated War of Petite & Powerful Superautomatic Espresso Mach...
  • Oct 8, 2010
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K Kat

Compare: Francis Francis X1 vs. Ascaso Dream UP

For the antique/retro lovers in the crowd, the X1 by Francis Francis and the Dream...
  • Sep 27, 2010
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K Kat

Crew Review: Francis Francis X1

We are not ashamed to admit that we have been diggin' hard on the Francis Francis ...
  • Sep 24, 2010
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K Kat

New! Saeco Superautos: Xelsis Digital ID & Focus

We've just added two new kids to the Saeco lineup, at opposite ends of the spectru...
  • Sep 23, 2010
K Kat

Espresso Machine Storage Tips

Leaving your machine alone for the winter? Need to store it or move it (by hand) t...
  • Sep 17, 2010
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K Kat

Why Does my Rancilio Silvia Have 2 Water Intake Tubes?

A few times per week, a new Rancilio Silvia owner calls in with this question -- w...
  • Aug 11, 2010
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K Kat

Francis Francis X7 Internals

While working on a Francis Francis in our repair center, we found out it's awesom...
  • Aug 6, 2010
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K Kat

Video Crew Review: Izzo Alex II

The newly re-engineered Izzo Alex II is a semi-automatic espresso machine out to m...
  • Jul 21, 2010
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K Kat

Pre-ground Coffee Aging Test

We're big on freshly grinding your coffee before each shot, as pre-ground starts t...
  • Jul 20, 2010
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Video Crew Review: Ascaso Dream UP

Recently re-engineered to include a three-way solenoid/brew pressure release valve...
  • Jul 19, 2010
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