When it comes to great espresso, it’s all about dose v grind size v time… With a timer grinder, you set your grind and then adjust time to suit so that what you have achieved manually, can be achieved with the use of the timer function. So, how to set one? Set your grind Find […]
I purchased a timer grinder. How do I set it up? Read More »
“Would we buy one over a LM Linea mini? Absolutely. Without a second thought.” Ok, So you have read all of the reviews- and there are plenty of them out there. What do we think? Here it is, quick and dirty. There’s been plenty of hype leading up to the launch of the Eagle One
Victoria Arduino Eagle One Prima. Our thoughts Read More »
Saturday 19th December With much of Europe in lockdown, stock levels continue to be tight and it’s looking like vaccination on a large scale will be required to get key suppliers in Italy (where most of our stock originates) and Spain up and working at anywhere near capacity again. Supply of the most popular brands
Christmas stock update… Read More »
After a long wait, our first Rancilio Silvia Pro has arrived and is on our bench amongst some other great gear. We got straight to it, filled it and fired it up. So….What do you think? She’s definitely loooong! A buddy who had a look over responded with “Junk in the trunk!” Out of the
Rancilio Silvia Pro: First impressions Read More »
We all know the story of the Sirens… It goes like this: In Homer’s Odyssey, Book XII, the Greek hero Odysseus and his crew, advised by the sorceress Circe were able to escape the danger of the Sirens call by blocking their ears with wax… It’s a great story, but what if your eyes were
Siren call: Espresso Art Series #10. La Marzocco GS3 EMP Read More »
How do I choose? This is a question we are frequently asked by purchasers considering an Izzo espresso machine. Here are some pointers to help you choose the right machine for you: Do you plan on plumbing your machine to mains water now or in the future? If so, the Vivi is out for you as
Revisiting a Blog post- Originally from March 2018 We’re sad to state that the practice of “clickbaiting” remains alive and well. It’s highly unethical in our opinion and it should be illegal. Sadly although the ACCC frown on it, they don’t act on reports. When a business also offers tax invoices “on request”, you’d have
When things don’t go right… Read More »
Updated 25 August 2022 Can I visit? Yes! When you’re on site. To protect you (and us), we’ll be wearing a mask in extended contact sessions. You are also most welcome to wear your mask unless sampling coffee. If you feel sick for any reason, please do not visit us. Have a COVID test and
COVID-19 conditions of entry and trading arrangements Read More »
We in March 2020 are living in crazy times… There’s a virus going ’round and it’s making some people a little sick, some people a lot sick and it can threaten the very existence of those with vulnerable immune systems. Seemingly, the cure is to purchase a year’s supply of toilet rolls to build a
Upward pressure on pricing Read More »
The grey import trap. Over the last couple of weeks we have been dealing with a bloke who received a wonderful present from his partner: A new espresso machine. Story goes that they purchased it over a year ago and used it once or twice after which it went into storage until recently. It fired
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