Coffee Machines, Espresso Machines Reviews and Information

The Nespresso Pixie is the newest and fastest yet espresso machine for the Nespresso capsule system. Nespresso machines use specific capsules produced by Nespresso (See Nespresso capsules range) to make espressos and other coffee drinks.  This machine takes only 25 seconds to heat up, in order to make you the perfect espresso (40ml) or lungo (110ml). The two coffee buttons are already programmed to give you the perfect dosage for your choice of beverage.

It has a used capsule container that can hold 9-11 used capsules, so you don’t need to cleanup after every use, and a 0.7 liter water tank. This coffee machine also has a foldable cup support to allow usage of both tall latte glasses and short espresso cups. The Nespresso Pixie is not made directly for making cappuccinos as it doesn’t have a built-in milk frother, but you may purchase this machine bundled with the newest generation Nespresso Aeroccino 3 to make the perfect cappuccino!

If you’re familiar with Nespresso’s line of coffee machines, you may very well know that in Europe most of them are sold for Nespresso by both Krups and Magimix and are slightly different. An example can be seen in several of my posts, including the one for the very popular Nespresso CitiZ coffee machine. The main difference between the Krups and Magimix models is how the coffee outlet looks. You’ll see it clearly in the photos below.

Nespresso Pixie (Magimix models)

Magimix Pixie M110 Electrical Aluminum

Magimix Pixie M110 Electric Lime Green

Magimix Pixie M110 Electric Steel Blue

As you can see the coffee outlet has a kind of a pointing down hose like shape. However, as you can see below in Pixie’s case, the Magimix and Krups models have totally different colors as well:
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Are you still having your coffee black? Well that’s okay But just know that you are missing out on a lot of fun and great flavours with NESCAFÉ’s Dolce Gusto™ sysetm.
Dolce Gusto gives you a range of beautifully designed hot beverage (coffee, hot chocolate, etc.) machines – As well as a wide variety of great flavours of coffee in capsules that fit those machines.

The capsules are priced very competitively and are available almost everywhere to purchase.

DOLCE GUSTO is the perfect gift for the coming holiday season!

Enjoy this video from Dolce Gusto, and stay till the end to see the latest and greatest offers from NESCAFÉ.

• The Nescafé Dolce Gusto System
• Nescafé Dolce Gusto Circolo
• Nescafé Dolce Gusto Capsules Roundup

Coffee capsules machines have become very popular in people’s kitchens. Nespresso has been investing a lot in its coffee machine and capsules range. To buy Nespresso capsules you have to order them online on Nespresso’s website or boutique stores, but there is a whole range of Nespresso capsules holders for sale online and offline. Here is a roundup of what’s available for you online.

Kitchen Craft Le’Xpress Coffee Capsule Holder and Dispenser (KCLX40POD)

Chrome plated rack with wooden base designed to hold 40 single serve coffee capsules. Taking up little space on kitchen worktops it is ideal for keeping coffee pods readily available for use. Price from £11.99

Kitchen Craft Le'Xpress Capsule Holder

What are the best Nespresso Capsules for latte? cappuccino? espresso?
If you’ve recently bought a Nespresso CitiZ coffee machine or planning to purchase one soon, you may be asking yourself this question. Well, you are not the only one. Have a look at the Nespresso Capsules range and Nespresso’s suggestions for which type of coffee best fits each blend.

Please add your comments based on your experience as to the different blends offered by Nespresso.

You can also get more information about Nespresso Capsules on my Nespresso Capsules – Where to Buy post, or about Nespresso capsule holders.

Best Nespresso Capsules

• Ristretto - Strength 10/10, best for espresso or cappuccino
• Indriya - Strength 10/10, best for espresso or cappuccino
• Arpeggio - Strength 9/10, best for espresso or cappuccino
• Roma - Strength 8/10, best for espresso
• Fortissio Lungo - Strength 7/10, best for lungo
• Decaffeinato Inteso - Strength 7/10, best for espresso
• Livanto - Strength 6/10, best for espresso
• Rosabaya - Strength 6/10, best for espresso
• Capriccio - Strength 5/10, best for espresso
• Dulsão - Strength 5/10, best for espresso
• Volluto - Strength 4/10, best for espresso
• Vivalto Lungo – Strength 4/10, best for lungo
• Cosi - Strength 3/10, best for espresso
• Finezzo Lungo - Strength 3/10, best for lungo
• Decaffeinato Lungo - Strength 3/10, best for lungo
• Decaffeinato - Strength 2/10, best for espresso

Nescafé Dolce Gusto is a system developed by Nestle for hot beverage or coffee machines. The system is based on its own coffee machines that make coffee and other hot beverages such as hot chocolate, using specially designed capsules. You are invited to read my post about the Nescafé Dolce Gusto system.

Capsules are usually sold in packs of 16 units, starting from £3.50. Here is a roundup of all the beverages capsules I could find online, for easy access. Please comment with your opinion about flavours you have tried, or could not find here!

Cappuccino (16 Capsules)	Latte Macchiato (16 Capsules)	Chococino Hot Chocolate (16 Capsules)
Mocha (16 Capsules)	Espresso (16 Capsules)	Cafè Crema Grande (16 Capsules)

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Welcome the newest member of the NESCAFÉ’s Dolce Gusto™ System. The Dolce Gusto Circolo.

The Circolo like its predecessor  is manufactured for Nestle by Krups. You may find this machine also labeled as Krups KP 5000. The Circolo uses specially designed capsules by Nestle, different blends of air tight packed coffee grounds, or other hot beverages like hot chocolate, and milk. You can buy the capsules at major stores or get them online.

Dolce Gusto Circolo

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Nespresso coffee machines are famous all over the world for the beautiful design as well as delicious coffee. You may also think of George Clooney when you think Nespresso. The Nespresso capsules system is a very common system for coffee machines many homes these days. In this post I want to put videos and links to videos of Nespresso coffee machines, so you can get another look at them before buying or if you’re just curious. Enjoy the show:

Krups Nespresso xn2007 with Nespresso Aeroccino Demonstration

• Another Krups xn2000 demonstration video

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As usual, Krups and Magimix manufacture similar machines for the Nespresso Capsule System. In other countries those same machines are simply branded as manufactured by Nespresso. The new Nespresso Citiz machines – Krups XN 7006 and Magimix M190 are slim coffee machines, perfect for making espressos or lungos at your own home or office room, with little hassle.

• When you’re done reading about Nespresso CitiZ, make sure you visit our Nespresso Capsules post to see where you can buy Nespresso Capsules.

Nespresso Citiz (Krups XN 7006 VS. Magimix M190)

Krups CitiZ XN7006 Red

Magimix CitiZ M190 White

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Today I am writing about the prestigious Siemens TK70 Nespresso coffee machine. This coffee machine is designed for the Nespresso capsule system. So what are the cool features of this machine, besides its beautiful design?

Siemens Nespresso TK70

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If you recently bought a Nespresso capsule system machine, or looking to buy one, you will need a supply of capsules from day 1 if you want to use the machine. Nespresso has great online service. All you have to do is register online and you can start ordering capsules online. It usually takes 2 days to arrive.

Nespresso Capsules Range

A recent comment from one of our readers states that there’s a £4.95 postage charge on a purchase of Nespresso coffee capsules through the company website. So for an order of 50 capsules, you would pay 27 pence X 50 capsules plus £4.95 postage charge. This equals £18.45, which makes the nominal price per cup of coffee 36.9 pence. Thanks for that feedback Alan!
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