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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
Espresso Machine Storage Tips
Leaving your machine alone for the winter? Need to store it or move it (by hand) t...- Sep 17, 2010

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

Francis Francis X7 Internals
While working on a Francis Francis in our repair center, we found out it's awesom...- Aug 6, 2010

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

Pre-ground Coffee Aging Test
We're big on freshly grinding your coffee before each shot, as pre-ground starts t...- Jul 20, 2010

Video Crew Review: Ascaso Dream UP
Recently re-engineered to include a three-way solenoid/brew pressure release valve...- Jul 19, 2010

Taste Test: La Spaziale Brew Boiler Water
Since your coffee is over 98% water, it makes sense that the quality of the water ...- Jul 14, 2010

Video Crew Review: La Marzocco GS/3
As we wrote last week, Seattle Coffee Gear now carries the La Marzocco GS/3 -- and...- Jul 13, 2010

Dialing in the Shot on a Saeco Superauto
One of the primary considerations one must take into account when selecting an esp...- Jul 8, 2010

New at SCG: La Marzocco GS/3
If you have a pretty penny to spend on your home espresso setup, or you're looking...- Jul 6, 2010

Ascaso Duo Series Specs
Recently re-engineered, Ascaso's Duo series is designed to give you a little bit m...- Jul 5, 2010