12th October 2009
Snack vending machines all seem to vend the same set of confectionary products with little imagination or variety between them.
In prime positions are popular chocolate bars, confectionary items, crisps, biscuits and fizzy drinks. If you are on a die...
21st September 2009
Selecting the right vending machine for your workplace is no easy matter. Not only do you need to consider the correct type and specifications of the machine to meet your needs, but also to think about the environmental and ethical issues too.
Users of...
13th September 2009
Everyone loves coffee, but how much is it for your favourite cup?
Well it depends what sort of coffee you like and where you buy it of course, but whatever and wherever, you can be sure that few other basic products have such a massive variation in pri...
11th September 2009
Brazil's coffee production in 2008 was more than double that of its closest rivals Vietnam. Brazil increased it's output by more than 12 million bags to a staggering 46 million, compared to Vietnam's 19.5 million bags during the same period.
That's a s...
10th July 2009
The skilled and professional maker of coffee in a speciality coffee house is correctly known as a barista.
The term originates from Italy where it is a coveted title and requires significant apprenticeship. No one can assume the title of barista unless...
15th June 2009
Deciding on the best type of espresso system for your catering business is not a simple task. Here we discuss the benefits and limitations of each type of system so you can make an informed decision.
There are other types of coffee machine available to...
07th May 2009
The type and style of coffee offered in most coffee shops is wide and satisfying for those that love the bean. Latte or espresso, ristretto or macchiato?
The choice is there.
One important factor however, that is often overlooked is consideration of h...
06th May 2009
Professional coffee tasters use a great variety of terms to describe the taste of different coffees in the process normally known as cupping. Why not learn a few of these terms and next time you find yourself at a dinner party enjoying your after dinner c...
10th March 2009
To produce a great tasting cup of coffee takes a bit of preparation and discipline but is well worth the effort.
The starting point for great tasting coffee does not come from choosing the right blend of coffee or even the type of brewing equipment to ...
10th March 2009
Coffee grinders are often taken for granted, but they are an extremely important piece of equipment in producing the best espresso coffee.
A typical commercial coffee bean grinder consists of 5 main parts each of which we will now explore in more detai...
09th March 2009
Strange and little known facts aboout our favourite beverage.
Botanically speaking coffee beans are not really beans at all, but berries.
Contrary to popular belief, darkly roasted coffees contain less caffeine than lightly roasted blends. Caffeine ...
13th January 2009
With continued use deposits of coffee oils will build up on components of your espresso machine. If not removed regularly they will cause the coffee to taste rancid.
It is imperative therefore that proper cleaning and maintenance procedures become part...
08th January 2009
Delicious speciality espresso drinks can be served quickly and easily at the touch of a button with no need for a trained barista.
Assuming that the machine has been set up correctly and commissioned by an experienced engineer, the quality of espresso ...
02nd January 2009
Get to know the components and workings of your espresso coffee machine.
An espresso machine is, quite simply, a hot water boiler and steam generator with one or more integral, pressurised, coffee brewing points. With the emphasis on maintaining an opt...
01st December 2008
The objective of milk steaming and foaming is to produce a firm, semi-liquid velvety milk foam, ideal for cappuccinos and lattes. This is achieved by the use of heat and air, by way of steam.
Only use stainless steel jugs when attempting to foam milk. ...
