Drinking coffee is a habit of millions of people all over the globe. Coffee machines make it possible to meet the requirement of all these people. Without commercial coffee machines, it would not be achievable for millions of people around the world to enjoy a good cup of coffee.
With the growing number of websites offering coffee machines at increasingly reasonable prices, buying a coffee machine online can be a great way to save time and money. These websites help the customers in the purchasing decision by giving them an option to compare the features of different types of coffee machines. But there are some guidelines to be followed when purchasing your machine.
Make sure you buy from a good reputable company. It may seem obvious, but do make sure that the company you choose is consistent and shopping with them is safe and sound.
It is a daunting task to select a single one from a collection of numerous types of coffee machines. But you should take the time to look through your options: read the specifications for different coffee makers and make sure that you think not only about the basic features, but also the advanced features of various machines. And also check installation and warranty information.
There are a number of commercial coffee machines in the market- the main types being espresso machines, cappuccino machines and bean-to-cup coffee machines. Different machines come with different features, so while buying your coffee machine it is important that you know exactly what you are looking for.
Wednesday 28 October 2009
Coffee Making Using A Coffee Machine
If you don't mind instant coffee granules or powder, it isn't that difficult to make a cup of coffee. You just put a teaspoonful of coffee in a cup or mug, boil some water, pour it on, stir and then serve. However, if you want "proper" coffee, not instant, the process isn't quite so easy unless you have a coffee machine
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There are many different types of coffee machines available and which one you choose will depend on the features and the price of the appliance. In a domestic environment, you don't necessarily need all the "bells and whistles" that a commercial enterprise would require, but if you want to make different types of coffee, you'll want something a little fancy.
First of all, you can choose the look and size of the coffee machine. If you only have a small space available, there's no point buying a huge machine and this may restrict the facilities that it has. For example, it will affect the number of cups of coffee which can be produced before the water reservoir must be refilled. In terms of appearance, there is either plastic or stainless steel to choose from and plastic may come in a variety of colours depending of the make of the machine.
Another early decision will be whether you want a filter machine with a jug or whether you want an espresso machine. The latter is usually more versatile but may well cost more to buy and you'll also need to buy more coffee as by it's nature espresso is usually stronger than filter coffee.
Filter coffee machines usually have a jug which sits on a hotplate to keep the coffee warm. This is useful if you have a lot of people drinking coffee, for example in an office, but although you can vary the number of cups you make, it isn't really practical for a lone coffee drinker (unless you drink far too much) because the hotplate doesn't really keep the coffee that warm over time and the flavour becomes a bit "stewed" if not drunk within an hour or so.
Espresso coffee machines, particularly really do come in all different shapes and sizes, from the tiny little one cup machines to the large (and expensive) types which have a large reservoir, grind the coffee, dispense and tamp it down then discards the spent coffee when the water has run through. All you have to do with one of these is make sure that there is enough water and beans then froth the milk if you want it.
Medium priced espresso machines will usually have a reasonably large water reservoir and a milk frothing system. Cheaper ones will probably only hold enough water for a couple of cups and won't have a frother. It's really horses for courses depending on how much and what sort of coffee you like to drink.
Many brands have similar models of coffee machine, so you may want to visit a few different electrical shops and compare prices, brand facilities and warranty conditions, before you make your decision.
Whichever type you buy, don't forget that there is different ready ground coffee for filter machines than for espresso machines so make sure that you pick up the right sort in the supermarket. Either way, once water has run through the coffee, don't even think about trying to use the coffee again or it will look and taste like dishwater!
If you choose the right coffee machine for the job, then you should have good tasty coffee whenever you want it.
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There are many different types of coffee machines available and which one you choose will depend on the features and the price of the appliance. In a domestic environment, you don't necessarily need all the "bells and whistles" that a commercial enterprise would require, but if you want to make different types of coffee, you'll want something a little fancy.
First of all, you can choose the look and size of the coffee machine. If you only have a small space available, there's no point buying a huge machine and this may restrict the facilities that it has. For example, it will affect the number of cups of coffee which can be produced before the water reservoir must be refilled. In terms of appearance, there is either plastic or stainless steel to choose from and plastic may come in a variety of colours depending of the make of the machine.
Another early decision will be whether you want a filter machine with a jug or whether you want an espresso machine. The latter is usually more versatile but may well cost more to buy and you'll also need to buy more coffee as by it's nature espresso is usually stronger than filter coffee.
Filter coffee machines usually have a jug which sits on a hotplate to keep the coffee warm. This is useful if you have a lot of people drinking coffee, for example in an office, but although you can vary the number of cups you make, it isn't really practical for a lone coffee drinker (unless you drink far too much) because the hotplate doesn't really keep the coffee that warm over time and the flavour becomes a bit "stewed" if not drunk within an hour or so.
Espresso coffee machines, particularly really do come in all different shapes and sizes, from the tiny little one cup machines to the large (and expensive) types which have a large reservoir, grind the coffee, dispense and tamp it down then discards the spent coffee when the water has run through. All you have to do with one of these is make sure that there is enough water and beans then froth the milk if you want it.
Medium priced espresso machines will usually have a reasonably large water reservoir and a milk frothing system. Cheaper ones will probably only hold enough water for a couple of cups and won't have a frother. It's really horses for courses depending on how much and what sort of coffee you like to drink.
Many brands have similar models of coffee machine, so you may want to visit a few different electrical shops and compare prices, brand facilities and warranty conditions, before you make your decision.
Whichever type you buy, don't forget that there is different ready ground coffee for filter machines than for espresso machines so make sure that you pick up the right sort in the supermarket. Either way, once water has run through the coffee, don't even think about trying to use the coffee again or it will look and taste like dishwater!
If you choose the right coffee machine for the job, then you should have good tasty coffee whenever you want it.
What To Do With An Espresso Machine
Espresso Machines particularly the Gaggia espresso maker were founded by Achille Gaggia, an Italian who manufactured and applied for patent for the first new generation steamless espresso machine to be used exclusively in his coffee bar. In 1948, Gaggia trading espresso machines first became available to the market for trading use. It was in 1977 that Italian espresso machines became available also for home place use.
In Italy and other parts of Europe and US America, home place espresso machines bring glee to the coffee beavers’ right at the comfort of their homes. In fact, Gaggia machines are among the world’s supreme espresso coffee makers.
Espresso Machines made by Gaggia are designed to achieve the highest quality of brew, and for this reason one Gaggia espresso maker can cost up to $200. The coffee machines used in many commercial coffee shops were innovated by Gaggia Machines from conditioned espresso coffee machine to cappuccino machines.
To enjoy a good coffee from Gaggia espresso maker is effortless. The things needed are Gaggia coffee machine with its measuring spoon, coffee grounds and coffee cup. The first move is to switch on the coffee maker to pre-heat it for 6 minutes. Add a spoonful of coffee grounds into the coffee filter using the measuring spoon supplied by Gaggia Espresso Machines to make a cup of coffee. Re-insert the coffee filter into its holder before pressing the start button.
The next thing to do is to fix the cup or carafe under the coffee machine’s spout. To make the ideal brew of coffee that is so famous of gaggia espresso maker, tamp the coffee with 30 pounds of squeeze. Coffee experts revealed that to have the classical espresso, factors such as water, quality of coffee as well as heat and temperature give a role.
Espresso machines are a apparatus that cultivate quality coffee according to the ability of the user, although it can be said that the vital functions of espresso machines are the same. First, the coffee maker uses the water and heats it up until it reaches the correct level, after which, the machine give out the hot water to pass through the ground coffee to bring up the espresso.
The remaining hot water is given pressure and heat to attain hot steam that make the foam-flecked effect of milk in cappuccino and latte beverages. The famous commercial espresso machines that Gaggia machined for coffee bars anywhere are fully-regular coffee machines—whether cappuccino machines or gaggia espresso maker.
This is because it show flexibility in a span of minutes without sacrificing the quality of their coffee. In coffee bars that are famous and busy, this type of coffee machine is recommended and used.
To give a preview on how the regular espresso machine works especially, this article gives the key data on a cup of coffee is made before it is delivered to its customer. The first move is to have the coffee grounded. A skilled barista can do the duty. Next is to insert the portafilter before pushing the button and wait. The coffee machines have their own settings to do the work for decaffeinated and regular coffee, which are both demonstrated in seconds.
In Italy and other parts of Europe and US America, home place espresso machines bring glee to the coffee beavers’ right at the comfort of their homes. In fact, Gaggia machines are among the world’s supreme espresso coffee makers.
Espresso Machines made by Gaggia are designed to achieve the highest quality of brew, and for this reason one Gaggia espresso maker can cost up to $200. The coffee machines used in many commercial coffee shops were innovated by Gaggia Machines from conditioned espresso coffee machine to cappuccino machines.
To enjoy a good coffee from Gaggia espresso maker is effortless. The things needed are Gaggia coffee machine with its measuring spoon, coffee grounds and coffee cup. The first move is to switch on the coffee maker to pre-heat it for 6 minutes. Add a spoonful of coffee grounds into the coffee filter using the measuring spoon supplied by Gaggia Espresso Machines to make a cup of coffee. Re-insert the coffee filter into its holder before pressing the start button.
The next thing to do is to fix the cup or carafe under the coffee machine’s spout. To make the ideal brew of coffee that is so famous of gaggia espresso maker, tamp the coffee with 30 pounds of squeeze. Coffee experts revealed that to have the classical espresso, factors such as water, quality of coffee as well as heat and temperature give a role.
Espresso machines are a apparatus that cultivate quality coffee according to the ability of the user, although it can be said that the vital functions of espresso machines are the same. First, the coffee maker uses the water and heats it up until it reaches the correct level, after which, the machine give out the hot water to pass through the ground coffee to bring up the espresso.
The remaining hot water is given pressure and heat to attain hot steam that make the foam-flecked effect of milk in cappuccino and latte beverages. The famous commercial espresso machines that Gaggia machined for coffee bars anywhere are fully-regular coffee machines—whether cappuccino machines or gaggia espresso maker.
This is because it show flexibility in a span of minutes without sacrificing the quality of their coffee. In coffee bars that are famous and busy, this type of coffee machine is recommended and used.
To give a preview on how the regular espresso machine works especially, this article gives the key data on a cup of coffee is made before it is delivered to its customer. The first move is to have the coffee grounded. A skilled barista can do the duty. Next is to insert the portafilter before pushing the button and wait. The coffee machines have their own settings to do the work for decaffeinated and regular coffee, which are both demonstrated in seconds.
Thursday 22 October 2009
Biodegradable Catering Supplies
This week Tesco announced it "does not see the value" in using packs that can only be industrially composted. As we suggested back in September last year we foresaw numerous problems associated with PLA biodegradable products and the obvious problems that come with adding new materials into an already struggling recycling stream.
Tesco's packaging technical manager Stephen Pizer said "We are open to talking to people and to reviewing new materials, but we want to make sure we are not complicating matters by adding materials."
"We do not see the value in using packaging that’s only industrially compostable," said Pizer. "Local authorities do not want to touch it as it can contaminate existing recycling schemes."
The retailer currently uses compostable cellulose-based based Natureflex for packaging, catering supplies and some of its organic produce range. The packs have been chosen as they are home compostable.
A number of other supermarkets, including Asda, have decided not to use degradable plastics due to concerns over their effect on the recycling stream for non-compostable materials.
Tesco's packaging technical manager Stephen Pizer said "We are open to talking to people and to reviewing new materials, but we want to make sure we are not complicating matters by adding materials."
"We do not see the value in using packaging that’s only industrially compostable," said Pizer. "Local authorities do not want to touch it as it can contaminate existing recycling schemes."
The retailer currently uses compostable cellulose-based based Natureflex for packaging, catering supplies and some of its organic produce range. The packs have been chosen as they are home compostable.
A number of other supermarkets, including Asda, have decided not to use degradable plastics due to concerns over their effect on the recycling stream for non-compostable materials.
Wednesday 14 October 2009
New Pricing for Disposable Plastic Champagne Flutes
Event supplies are pleased to announce that our 100ml disposable champagne flutes are now available at the all new everyday low price of £13/100. Plastic Champagne Flutes are perfect for corporate functions and events alike. They are an extremely cost effective and surprisingly environmentally friendly way to cater for your guests beverage vessel needs. Why waste money on more expensive glass alternatives that will inevitably end up broken or damaged at the end of the event?
Event Supplies are the north of England’s premier catering supplies distributor, specialising in plastic glasses, disposable pint glasses, vending cups and now Coffee Makers.
http://www.eventsupplies.co.uk
0844 4995456
Event Supplies are the north of England’s premier catering supplies distributor, specialising in plastic glasses, disposable pint glasses, vending cups and now Coffee Makers.
http://www.eventsupplies.co.uk
0844 4995456
Thursday 8 October 2009
Seen to be greener?
Lots of companies all over the globe are now offering for sale environmentally sound products, in our industry the most commonplace are the PLA (poly-lactic acid) coated Paper Coffee Cups the likes of Starbucks and the other major coffee houses are using in their desire to be seen to be as environmentally acceptable and sympathetic as possible.
Many are now offering reusable ceramic mugs to drink in store, or that you can purchase and then return to receive a rebate.
Hundreds of websites have sprung up now offering biodegradable disposable tableware and "to-go" products.
What people do not realise is that some of these products are completely redundant unless the companies and customers using these products change their habits too.
Having just finished reading a press release about a certain restaurant switching its type of paper coffee cups from the standard oil based lined item to the new in vogue PLA coated "biodegradable" types and advising us how they are single handedly rescuing the environment I feel it is necessary to point out a couple of things.
Firstly these PLA coated biodegradable cups will not biodegrade in a landfill so it of little use paying the extra cash for these paper coffee cups if they are simply thrown in the bin bags with the rest of the rubbish and disposed with other unsorted Catering Supplies.
Another point to note is that recycling and composting is mainly a service carried out by local councils; and many authorities treat waste differently from one area to another. Some will collect your waste products for resale (sold typically in the Far East) some will combust it for power, whereas some actually just send it straight to the landfill irrespective of how you have sorted it at home or the coffee shop.
One of the main problems with the short sighted efforts of these (usually large) companies trying their upmost to be seen as the leader in fighting climate change is that they do not consider where their rubbish ends up, how these new products are manufactured or how they should be handled in order to make the most of their biodegradable properties.
Biodegradable paper cups can create more waste if not properly sorted at waste recycling locations, these new PLA coated paper cups do not differ visually from standard oil lined paper coffee cups and as a result this can actually create more waste.
99% of all Paper Cups used/sold at present have an oil based lining and are regularly collected for recycling, if however one of these PLA lined paper coffee cups came into contact with these cups, the natural lining would react with the oil based lining and destroy the whole batch. There have already been stories of PLA containers finding their way into polypropylene recycling containers and contaminating their contents.
There have also been reports of deforestation in parts of the far east to create more space to grow the crops used for production of PLA and in the west we have been giving farm subsidies to farmers in Africa to grow many of the crops we are now using for PLA and bio-fuels - putting these people back into poverty!
Removing farmland once used to grow food in order to grow crops for bio-fuels and alternatives to plastics also increases food costs to customers, something most people will have noticed in the last year...
Many are now offering reusable ceramic mugs to drink in store, or that you can purchase and then return to receive a rebate.
Hundreds of websites have sprung up now offering biodegradable disposable tableware and "to-go" products.
What people do not realise is that some of these products are completely redundant unless the companies and customers using these products change their habits too.
Having just finished reading a press release about a certain restaurant switching its type of paper coffee cups from the standard oil based lined item to the new in vogue PLA coated "biodegradable" types and advising us how they are single handedly rescuing the environment I feel it is necessary to point out a couple of things.
Firstly these PLA coated biodegradable cups will not biodegrade in a landfill so it of little use paying the extra cash for these paper coffee cups if they are simply thrown in the bin bags with the rest of the rubbish and disposed with other unsorted Catering Supplies.
Another point to note is that recycling and composting is mainly a service carried out by local councils; and many authorities treat waste differently from one area to another. Some will collect your waste products for resale (sold typically in the Far East) some will combust it for power, whereas some actually just send it straight to the landfill irrespective of how you have sorted it at home or the coffee shop.
One of the main problems with the short sighted efforts of these (usually large) companies trying their upmost to be seen as the leader in fighting climate change is that they do not consider where their rubbish ends up, how these new products are manufactured or how they should be handled in order to make the most of their biodegradable properties.
Biodegradable paper cups can create more waste if not properly sorted at waste recycling locations, these new PLA coated paper cups do not differ visually from standard oil lined paper coffee cups and as a result this can actually create more waste.
99% of all Paper Cups used/sold at present have an oil based lining and are regularly collected for recycling, if however one of these PLA lined paper coffee cups came into contact with these cups, the natural lining would react with the oil based lining and destroy the whole batch. There have already been stories of PLA containers finding their way into polypropylene recycling containers and contaminating their contents.
There have also been reports of deforestation in parts of the far east to create more space to grow the crops used for production of PLA and in the west we have been giving farm subsidies to farmers in Africa to grow many of the crops we are now using for PLA and bio-fuels - putting these people back into poverty!
Removing farmland once used to grow food in order to grow crops for bio-fuels and alternatives to plastics also increases food costs to customers, something most people will have noticed in the last year...
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