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the casabrews ultra espresso machine with 20 bar pressure, a steam wand, LED screen, timer, and tamper accessories, photographed against a blue background

Don't buy a budget espresso machine before checking for these 3 essential features — from an ex-barista

By Erin Bashford last updated

I'm an ex-barista, so I know how overwhelming the coffee world can be when you're starting out. Here's the essentials to look for in budget espresso machines.

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A modern looking microwave on a counter top in a modern kitchen

Best microwaves in 2025

By Millie Fender last updated

The best microwaves you can buy for reheating, defrosting and sanitizing

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a red smeg espresso machine with burr grinder is photographed against a blue background

I just discovered this simple hack to tell if you're brewing good espresso — and I wish I learned it sooner

By Millie Fender published

A coffee expert shares this 'simple visual cue' to help you fix it.

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the de'longhi rivelia automatic superautomatic coffee machine in sage green with a bright LED screen, two interchangeable bean hoppers, an automatic milk frother, and a huge range of coffee recipes

I asked an expert why automatic espresso machines and manual espresso machines taste different — and I'm really surprised

By Erin Bashford published

I'm yet to find an automatic coffee machine that makes coffee as delicious as a human, but I can't stop thinking... Why is this? So I asked a coffee expert.

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A selection of the best coffee makers we tested

The best coffee maker in 2025

By Millie Fender last updated

I've tested dozens of coffee makers to find the top options for drip drinkers, espresso lovers, and pod coffee connoisseurs.

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the kitchenaid 1.7L kettle in pistachio photographed on a white marble counter with a blue background

KitchenAid 1.7L Variable Temperature Kettle review

By Erin Bashford published

The KitchenAid Variable Temperature Kettle is a beautiful electric kettle with great pouring feel, unbeatable aesthetics, and rapid boil. However, it doesn’t come cheap.

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Hotel Chocolat new Velvetiser

Hotel Chocolat just dropped a new Velvetiser, and it can make hot and iced drinks

By Millie Fender published

You can make hot and iced drinks with Hotel Chocolat's new Velvetiser, and I can't wait to try it.

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Cuisinart Grind and Brew coffee maker

Best Cuisinart coffee makers

By Millie Fender last updated

Our roundup of the best Cuisinart coffee makers for every budget and type of coffee

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the jura E8 automatic coffee machine in piano black with a 64 ounce water tank, screen, and jura logo on the front

Jura E8 review

By Erin Bashford published

The Jura E8 is a premium automatic coffee machine that can make drink after drink in mere seconds… but it’ll cost you an arm and a leg.

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the breville bambino plus / sage bambino plus in stainless steel silver photographed against a blue background shown with its accessories including milk jug, tamper, portafilter, and shown in use extracting espresso

Best espresso machine 2025: Top picks from a certified barista

By Millie Fender last updated

Our editor-selected guide to the best espresso machines you can buy, and a guide to finding the right one for you.

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