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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Espresso machine offering 'barista-like' coffee and 'Insta-worthy latte art' now £225 off
Take your espresso-based drinks to the next level and create anything from Americano, Latte, Cappuccino and more We all love a coffee, whether it's in the morning to kickstart our day, in the afternoon to perk us up, or in the evening after a delicious meal. But many of us might rely on cafés or restaurants to give us a beautiful blend. But what if we could get that rich aroma and delectable taste, as well as the caffeine hit, from the comfort of our own home? Well, KitchenAid's Semi Automatic Espresso Machine offers an "incredibly authentic, barista-like coffee making experience" and "Instagram-worthy latte art" - and it is currently 30 per cent off on Amazon. For a limited time only, the modern, stainless steel machine, with integrated conical steel burr grinder, is down from its £699 RRP to £474.99 - a saving of £224.01. The semi automatic espresso machine is fitted with a powerful 15-bar pump, 225g removable bean hopper, and a flat-base, commercial-grade easy-tamp portafilter with two recessed spouts. Twist and lift the bean hopper to empty, exchange or refill it with beautiful coffee beans and enhance the flavour of every shot with 15 different grind size options. For even more precision, the conical burr can be adjusted to reach seven additional finer grind sizes, while the wide 58 mm portafilter is designed with recessed spouts to provide a flat base. The multi-angle steam wand is your secret to all the heated or frothed milk you may need, and the fast-heating technology means water is delivered at the ideal brewing temperature, without the wait. And a powerful 15-bar pump provides the optimal water pressure needed to create a rich, full-flavoured espresso shot with a rich crema. KitchenAid also assures it is quiet and long-lasting. If you want to shop some alternatives first, this De'Longhi Mag Start Automatic Coffee Machine is £320 on Argos, which bills itself as "specifically designed for entry level consumers to the automatic coffee machine world". Currys is also selling this Barista Max+ Bean to Cup Coffee Machine at £349.99, saving £150. With intelligent grinding and a steam wand, this Breville coffee machine "makes it easy to create delicious espressos and lattes at home". For those still keen on the KitchenAid Semi Automatic Espresso Machine, you're not alone, as it has received a very impressive 4.7 rating on Amazon. One satisfied customer enthused: "This espresso machine delivers an incredibly authentic coffee making experience. The built-in grinder gives you much more control over how fine or coarse you want your coffee grounds, which has made a big difference to the taste. "The machine builds pressure beautifully during extraction, and you can tell it's built with quality in mind. Every espresso shot has a great crema and a rich flavour that beats most high street coffee... A serious bit of kit for anyone who loves their coffee done right." Another raved: "KitchenAid is easy to use and you make great coffee with it. Coffee lovers would love to have it in their kitchen." However, some people deducted a star due to various reasons. One person said: "One thing I would say, Sage's milk jug has in built temperature indictor/bar which is very helpful to me to know when to stop frothing. KitchenAid does not have this." A second listed one of its negatives as its "tendency to over grind and over dispense coffee into the portafilter meaning there's wastage" and the drip tray "filling up very fast". But a five-star reviewer said: "This is quite the machine! From a looks perspective it's really nice. The metal material gives an industrial, yet stylish appearance and it looks great on the kitchen side. Homewares deal of the week Looking to beat the heat as temperatures continue to rise? Then look no further than Dunelm's White Rechargeable USB Desk Fan that has an almost perfect five star rating for its small, yet mighty, design that means it works "even on the lowest setting." Easy to connect via a USB cable that can be connected to laptops and computers, this desk fan is perfect for those who find themselves working from home on these sweaty, humid summer days. However, it doesn't need to remain plugged-in, as the rechargeable element and compact six-inch design means it can be taken anywhere, even placed on a bedside table overnight on summer nights thanks to its "quiet" operation. It's finished with four speed settings to choose from and an adjustable angle that can help direct the cool breeze where it is needed, unlike other models that can sometimes be stuck in one place. As for Dunelm's own mini desk fan, it has received an impressive 4.8 rating from impressed shoppers who say that, despite its size, it is "surprisingly powerful" and "a literal life-saver" during this kind of weather. One five-star review read: "Fantastic fan, surprisingly powerful, quiet, lasts for quite a long time when charged, very hard to find a decent small rechargeable fan but this is it, will be buying more!" Beat the heat with Dunelm's White Rechargeable USB Desk Fan that costs just £25. "The settings/controls are straight forward enough, so whether you're a seasoned pro or this is your first machine, you'll be making your favourite coffee in no time. You can control and alter pretty much every step of the process, allowing you to really make it how you want. "Cleaning is is easy enough so as not to put you off doing it either. Overall this is a great machine that will give your coffees that true barista look and flavour! Elegance and luxury at home!" In short, it's clear the nifty contraption will let you grind, extract, and foam until your heart's content.
The South African
15-07-2025
- Business
- The South African
South Africa can sip more Brazilian coffee, says expert
Agricultural economist Wandile Sihlobo believes that the rising global coffee prices, driven by poor weather in Vietnam and Brazil and new US tariffs on Brazilian coffee, are reshaping trade dynamics. While American consumers brace for costlier brews, South Africa, which imports nearly 24 000 tonnes of coffee annually (mostly from Brazil and Vietnam), may stand to benefit, according to Sihlobo. Brazil, already the world's top coffee producer, could increase exports to South Africa if it offers better quality and prices. 'I know our domestic tea and coffee producers won't like me saying this,' says Sihlobo. 'But hey, we have a decent demand for coffee (just like we do with other ' substantive beverages ' like whiskies, where we spend over US$300 million on imports annually).' In light of this, The South African website compared coffee prices across 10 of South Africa's most popular coffee chains. The comparison highlights just how much consumers are paying for their caffeine fix. For the comparison, we looked at the price of a 'tall' Americano, Caffe Latte and Cappuccino. Listed in alphabetical company order Company Americano Caffe Latte Cappuccino Bean Tree Cafe R55.50 R49.50 R45 Bootlegger R37 R42 R43 McCafé R27.50 R33.60 R32.30 Mugg & Bean R39 R45 R40 Seattle Coffee Company R30 R33.50 R33.50 Starbucks R38 R45 R45 Vida e Caffè R39 R46 R43 W Cafe R34 R41 R41 Wild Bean Cafe R29.88 R47.88 R45.88 Wimpy R36.90 R44.90 R42.90 NOTE: The prices above were taken from the individual coffee shop and cafe's website or online research and were accurate at the time of publishing. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Nescafe shoppers fuming due to shortage of nation's favourite frothy coffee on supermarket shelves
Plus, find out which product Nescafe discontinued earlier this year BEAN AND GONE Nescafe shoppers fuming due to shortage of nation's favourite frothy coffee on supermarket shelves Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COFFEE fans have been left fuming due to a shortage of some of their favourite products on supermarket shelves. Nescafe has confirmed it's having supply issues with its Frothy Coffee range, including the fan-favourite Cappuccino. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The Cappuccino flavour is among the items shoppers have struggled to get hold of Credit: Nescafe The disruption means shoppers might not see their go-to coffee back on shelves until August. Disgruntled shoppers asked the coffee brand: "What's happened to all the lovely Nescafé sachets? The shelves are bare in every supermarket I know…help!" Another said: "Well done for asking this question! I've also been missing them as enjoy a decaf cappuccino almost daily! And I'm craving one now. I wondered where the he'll they'd gone (sic)." Nescafe said "unforeseen circumstances" were causing stock issues across the whole range. Read more on coffee DON'T GET IN A FRAPP I sampled supermarket iced coffees… my £1.25 pick is perfect balance A spokesperson told The Sun: "We are sorry to say that we are facing a short-term disruption to the production of our Nescafé frothy coffee range. "We're working hard to get consumers' favourite products back on shelves as quickly as possible. "We currently expect to be back to full availability from the beginning of August, although you should start to see some of the range, including Cappuccino, back on shelves sooner." There are 15 items in the Nescafe Frothy Coffee range. They include Caramel Latte, Cappuccino, Vanilla Latte, Double Choc Mocha and KitKat Latte. They have an RRP of £3.44 for a pack of seven sachets. Costa Coffee Shuts Whitstable Branch: What Shop Closures Mean for UK High Streets It comes after Nescafe axed one of its coffee pods earlier this year, leaving some fans "gutted". The coffee giant discontinued its Dolce Gusto New York Morning Blend pods in the spring. A customer service agent told shoppers: "Unfortunately it wasn't as popular as others in the range, so it's been discontinued. "But we'll surely let the team know you'd like to see it back." Meanwhile its parent company Nestle revealed in April it had hiked the price of some of its chocolate and coffee. The Swiss company, which also owns KitKat and Nespresso, said it had raised prices by 2.1% overall but for some items the hikes were in the double digits. It blamed the surging prices of coffee beans and chocolate for the increases. "Despite the significant level of the increases in many markets, the actions were implemented with limited customer disruption," Nestle said.
The Sun
05-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Nescafe shoppers fuming due to shortage of nation's favourite frothy coffee on supermarket shelves
COFFEE fans have been left fuming due to a shortage of some of their favourite products on supermarket shelves. Nescafe has confirmed it's having supply issues with its Frothy Coffee range, including the fan-favourite Cappuccino. The disruption means shoppers might not see their go-to coffee back on shelves until August. Disgruntled shoppers asked the coffee brand: "What's happened to all the lovely Nescafé sachets? The shelves are bare in every supermarket I know…help!" Another said: "Well done for asking this question! I've also been missing them as enjoy a decaf cappuccino almost daily! And I'm craving one now. I wondered where the he'll they'd gone (sic)." Nescafe said "unforeseen circumstances" were causing stock issues across the whole range. A spokesperson told The Sun: "We are sorry to say that we are facing a short-term disruption to the production of our Nescafé frothy coffee range. "We're working hard to get consumers' favourite products back on shelves as quickly as possible. "We currently expect to be back to full availability from the beginning of August, although you should start to see some of the range, including Cappuccino, back on shelves sooner." There are 15 items in the Nescafe Frothy Coffee range. They include Caramel Latte, Cappuccino, Vanilla Latte, Double Choc Mocha and KitKat Latte. They have an RRP of £3.44 for a pack of seven sachets. It comes after Nescafe axed one of its coffee pods earlier this year, leaving some fans "gutted". The coffee giant discontinued its Dolce Gusto New York Morning Blend pods in the spring. A customer service agent told shoppers: "Unfortunately it wasn't as popular as others in the range, so it's been discontinued. "But we'll surely let the team know you'd like to see it back." Meanwhile its parent company Nestle revealed in April it had hiked the price of some of its chocolate and coffee. The Swiss company, which also owns KitKat and Nespresso, said it had raised prices by 2.1% overall but for some items the hikes were in the double digits. It blamed the surging prices of coffee beans and chocolate for the increases. "Despite the significant level of the increases in many markets, the actions were implemented with limited customer disruption," Nestle said.
The South African
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
The new morning rush: Why coffee raves are taking over South Africa
The international trend of coffee raves has landed in South Africa, offering an upbeat twist to the usual sleepy-eyed coffee run. Instead of silence and screens, these events offer live DJs, dancing, and a vibrant pre-work crowd, powered entirely by espresso and good vibes. First made popular in major cities like Amsterdam, London, and New York, coffee raves have now made their way into local hotspots, with cafés like Nice Cafe in Cape Town leading the way. TikTok creator Phano Liphoto recently went viral after sharing his first coffee rave experience: 'People are now starting to party before work over coffee,' he said in the video, as upbeat music pumped through the café. In light of this, The South African website compared coffee prices across 10 of South Africa's most popular coffee chains. The comparison highlights just how much consumers are paying for their caffeine fix. For the comparison, we looked at the price of a 'tall' Americano, Caffe Latte and Cappuccino. Listed in alphabetical company order Company Americano Caffe Latte Cappuccino Bean Tree Cafe R55.50 R49.50 R45 Bootlegger R37 R42 R43 McCafé R27.50 R33.60 R32.30 Mugg & Bean R39 R45 R40 Seattle Coffee Company R30 R33.50 R33.50 Starbucks R38 R45 R45 Vida e Caffè R39 R46 R43 W Cafe R34 R41 R41 Wild Bean Cafe R29.88 R47.88 R45.88 Wimpy R36.90 R44.90 R42.90 NOTE: The prices above were taken from the individual coffee shop and cafe's website or online research and were accurate at the time of publishing. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
