Tag: Gaggia

La Marzocco bundles Linea Micra with Pico grinder for 5% off - luxury marketing

Trendspotting: Luxury brand La Marzocco offers discount, but only with a bundle

Luxury brands don't like adjectives that potentially cheapen their hard earned reputations. So words like "discount" or "sale" or "BOGO" (buy one, get one) are strictly verboten within the marketing teams -- such as at espresso machine maker La Marzocco. Still, these companies  know a trick or two. And they...
KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine - Front Control Panel - Close-up view
New Gaggia Espresso Deluxe announcement

In Espresso: Gaggia announces new line of semi-automatic machines with PID

At first blush I wasn't sure if this was a new machine, or simply a standard marketing email. But, it is indeed true: Gaggia has released a new line of espresso machines. The legendary Italian company calls the new, compact machine the Espresso Deluxe. Available in four colors (Storm Grey, Riverway...
Lelit Victoria espresso and coffee machine - specs, description, thoughts, comparison to Profitec Go

New Lelit Victoria espresso machine hits the sweet spot

A single boiler with PID for under $1,000 USD. Hello Profitec Go.
Brewing a Cortado on a Jura Super-Automatic espresso machine is efficient when it comes to milk consumption

Super-Automatic espresso machines possess a superpower when it comes to milk-based drinks

The promise of a Super-Automatic espresso machine is simple: you get Café quality espresso drinks at the touch of a button. Because beans are ground on demand you get a fresh cup every time when you want it. Pretty nice. Bean-to-cup machines as some call them have been around for...
How to Make an Affogato espresso dessert - pouring espresso shot tips

Affogato: Celebrating the classic espresso dessert

This decadent Italian is a show stopper.
Best Espresso Machines - Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine

Best espresso machines under $1,000 for beginners and aspiring home baristas

Ready to save some money and cut out your daily Starbucks habit? Buying your own home espresso machine is a great way to not only reduce monthly expenditures, but it's also a potential gateway to a new hobby. Learning how to pull espresso shots and make your own Lattes, Cappuccinos,...
Gaggia Classic Energy Vibes

Gaggia announces new colors for iconic Classic Pro espresso machine

Gaggia today announced three new colors for its 2023 edition of the venerable Gaggia Classic Pro espresso machine. The options are part of a new line Gaggia calls the Classic Energy Vibes Evo. Yes, it can be hard to keep up with Gaggia these days. Essentially this is the new...
Espresso News - Gaggia Classic Evo Pro, Nespresso Vertuo Pop and best espresso accessories for at-home baristas

Espresso News Round-Up: Gaggia Evo, Nespresso Vertuo Pop, best accessories

Another week of espresso news and articles to recap. Here on Stark Insider we again covered several key events, plus wrote-up some continuing coverage of the best accessories we've tested and used for our coffee station. 2023 Gaggia Classic Evo Pro Significant update to the iconic Gaggia Classic Pro espresso machine Updated...
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro semi-automatic espresso machine updates and features

2023 Gaggia Classic Evo Pro features 9-bar extraction, updated components

A familiar face gets some welcome improvements