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Globe and Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
De'Longhi Expands Its Espresso Machine Lineup with the Debut of the La Specialista Touch and the Dedica Duo
With hands-on personalization, hot and cold versatility, and award-winning Italian design, De'Longhi's newest innovations are made for every kind of coffee drinker. UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J. , June 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- De'Longhi, the global leader in home espresso, introduces two new additions to its celebrated lineup of espresso machines in the North American market: the La Specialista Touch and the Dedica Duo. Designed to deliver barista-quality results at home, these machines blend intuitive technology with De'Longhi's signature Italian design – meeting every coffee preference, style, and skill level. Already recipients of the 2025 Red Dot and iF Design Awards, these latest releases showcase De'Longhi's commitment to combining elegance with innovation. From compact cold brew convenience to full-bodied espresso mastery, the La Specialista Touch and the Dedica Duo deliver a highly personalized experience, no matter how you take your coffee. "At De'Longhi, we're constantly evolving to meet the modern coffee lover's ever-changing taste and rituals, whether that means brewing the perfect cold brew or crafting a latte in seconds," said Eliza Woolston Sheffield , President of De'Longhi North America. "As an iconic Italian brand from the birthplace of espresso, we bring decades of expertise to every machine we craft. The La Specialista Touch and the Dedica Duo embody our commitment to fusing tradition with technology in ways that make coffee more creative, accessible, and personal." La Specialista Touch: Crafted by You, Perfected with Guidance Combining hands-on brewing with intuitive step-by-step guidance and real-time support, the La Specialista Touch is a bean-to-cup semi-automatic espresso machine that features a vibrant 3.5" touchscreen, 10 barista-style recipes, and fully customizable drink options. De'Longhi's proprietary Bean Adapt Technology guides users to personalize grind size, dose, pre-infusion, and temperature for their chosen beans — offering real-time feedback to perfect every cup. A precise, built-in Italian-made conical burr grinder ensures consistency, while the automatic steam wand adjusts milk texture and temperature for both dairy and plant-based options. Cold Extraction Technology delivers smooth, aromatic cold brew in under five minutes, all while retaining the natural aroma and flavors of your favorite coffee beans. With four user profiles, six saved bean profiles, and full control over temperature, froth, and volume, this semi-automatic machine brings pro-level espresso home — tailored to your taste and guided every step of the way. Already a top-seller in the UK, the La Specialista Touch is praised for its automatic features—sensor grinding, guided tamping, and one-touch drink options—while still offering a hands-on, manual feel. Its intuitive touchscreen lets you customize coffee strength, temperature, and select from five automatic steamed milk textures for dairy or plant-based drinks, delivering consistent, café-quality coffee with ease. Key features include: 10 Preset Drink Recipes + Endless Customization: Includes espresso, long black, cold brew, cappuccino, latte, flat white, and more – all customizable to your taste. Interactive Bean Adapt Technology: Visually guided setup tailors grind, dose, and brew parameters for optimal flavor. Automatic + Manual Milk Frothing: Choose between automatic settings or hands-on frothing for effortless silky microfoam and latte art. Cold Brew in Under Five Minutes: Proprietary Cold Extraction delivers refreshing cold brew in under five minutes without sacrificing aroma and flavors. Touch Display: Navigate recipes and tips on the vibrant 3.5" screen, which simplifies the espresso-making process. Barista Kit with Precision Tamper for Instant Feedback: Includes a comprehensive toolkit, featuring an advanced precision tamper that allows for precise dosing up to 20g, providing a clean and enhanced experience, as well as a portafilter, two single-wall filter baskets, a dosing & tamping guide, a tamping mat, and a stainless steel milk jug. Award-Winning Design: Winner of the 2025 Red Dot and iF Design Awards, combining iconic Italian craftsmanship with intuitive functionality. Dedica Duo: Where Cold Brew Meets Iconic Italian Design Chic, compact, and full of character, the Dedica Duo brings style and everyday espresso performance to even the smallest spaces. The machine is available in three gelato inspired colors eye-catching – Rosé, Pistachio, Vanilla, as well as a classic Stainless Steel finish – turning your coffee corner into a design moment and making it a statement piece for your counter and daily ritual. These fresh colorways aren't just aesthetic – they tap into lifestyle trends that resonate with style-conscious consumers and first-time espresso drinkers alike. Whether you're craving bold espresso or a refreshing cold brew, the Dedica Duo delivers café-worthy results fast, with no compromise on flavor or form. Featuring a sleek, minimalist interface and dual heating systems that let you brew and steam back-to-back, it's built to keep up with your morning rush and let you ease into chill weekends. From iced lattes to flat whites, the Dedica Duo lets you craft your favorite coffee drinks just the way you like – with ease and style. It's where versatility, creativity, and fun-inspired colors come together to make every cup a moment to savor, just in time for iced coffee season. Key features include: Hot + Cold Versatility: Brew espresso or cold brew with dual temperature settings and three pre-programmed drink options – Espresso, Double Espresso, and Cold Brew. Compact + Stylish Design: At just 5.9" wide, it fits seamlessly into any kitchen setup. Its minimalist aesthetic features an intuitive interface and comes in four distinct colorways – Rosé, Pistachio, Vanilla, and Stainless Steel – designed to complement every style and elevate your kitchen space. Optimal Extraction: Get café-quality results every time with the professional pump, delivering expertly extracted espresso. Features include low-pressure pre-infusion, consistent nine-bar extraction, and an auto-stop function for rich espresso, iced lattes, cappuccinos, espresso martinis, and even cold brew. Fast Temperature Control: Ready to brew in just 25 seconds; enjoy fast heating and precise, stable temperature control with De'Longhi's Advanced Thermoblock Technology, plus cold brew with rapid Cold Extraction in under five minutes. Powerful Steam Wand: Froth any milk into velvety microfoam with ease — ideal for flat whites, lattes, and iced creations. The La Specialista Touch will be available for $999.95 USD / $1,299.99 CAD on and The Dedica Duo will retail for $299.95USD / $349.99 CAD , available at and other fine retailers. For full product information, visit De'Longhi is based in Treviso, Italy and the global leader in espresso and comfort products. Highest quality, Italian design and meaningful product innovations are the core values of the De'Longhi brand. De'Longhi is present in over 123 countries and creates products in three main categories: espresso, specialty cooking and home comfort. After more than a century of perfecting its products, De'Longhi remains committed to creating innovations that bring convenience and style into every customer's home; making the everyday better. For more information visit SOURCE De'Longhi
Top Gear
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
This red carbon-bodied Battista celebrates Pininfarina's 95th anniversary
This red carbon-bodied Battista celebrates Pininfarina's 95th anniversary Production of the electric hypercar is set to end this year Skip 20 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Turn on Javascript to see all the available pictures. 1 / 20 Is this the last Battista hypercar? Pininfarina only mentions it as being the "final edition", and boy is it some edition. It celebrates the famed Italian design house's 95th anniversary, and is simply called the 'Novantacinque'. Looks simply glorious, too. Its exposed carbon body panels have been dunked in a big pot of 'Rosso Gloss' paint - "a colour deeply rooted in Italian culture", apparently - while a series of gold stripes run along the lower sections of its body. The underside of the split-tail rear wing receives even more gold. Advertisement - Page continues below Those five-spoke 'Iconico' alloys are supposedly finished in "Precision Polished Colourless" which definitely look like the colour silver. They also gain brushed aluminium accents and wear black calipers. The 'Pilota' seats are clad in both black Alcantara and black leather, with duotone black and gold stitching. You'll spot a few commemorative '95' logos in here, with finishing touches including machined aluminium rotary dials and bits of carbon satin trim. This celebratory edition doesn't celebrate any more power, though none is needed. The Battista's quad-motor powertrain - as seen in its Rimac Nevera sibling - still delivers a hilarious 1,874bhp/1,696lb ft of torque to all four wheels. In short, it means this thing gets from 0-62mph in around two seconds, and from 0-186mph in 12s. Flat out, you'll hit 217mph. If you can get your hands on one, that is. Only 150 of these hyperthings were ever allocated, and of this Novantacinque, Pininfarina said: "Its rarity is underscored by its singular commission and the conclusion of Battista production at the end of this year, with only a limited number ever built. Advertisement - Page continues below "As the final edition, the Novantacinque marks a pivotal milestone in Automobili Pininfarina's history." Top Gear Newsletter Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox. Success Your Email*
Forbes
28-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Made In Italy Jewelry And A Precious New Alloy Debut At Oroarezzo
The 44th edition of the Oroarezzo International Jewelry Exhibition took place in Arezzo from May 10 ... More to May 13 and was presented by the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG). While the world braced for impacts from U.S.-imposed tariffs, the international Oroarezzo jewelry fair presented its 44th edition from May 10 to May 14th in Arezzo, Italy. With 84 percent of exhibitors coming from Italy and visitors hailing from 100 countries. Oroarezzo's subtitle, 'Shaping Jewelry Ideas,' seems justified. Despite 2025's record-high gold prices and economic uncertainties, Oroarezzo highlighted how Italian jewelry designers and makers are responding to current challenges with the ingenuity and artisanal savoir-faire that has animated Made in Italy jewelry since Etruscan antiquity (700 B.C.) Oroarezzo 2025, staged by the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) at Arezzo's Fiere e Congressi convention center, also featured a bustling Tech hall. Buzzing with latest generation manufacturing equipment and various time-saving technological tools, Oroarezzo's Tech Hall attracted designers and jewelry artisans en masee. While the four-day show saw foreign attendance increase by 9% this year over last, about 400 buyers from 60 countries were hosted through a partnership with the Italian Trade Agency and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Formulated by Legor Group in collaboration with Alessi Domenico and Diamonds de Canada, Modern ... More Electrum™ is a 21st century reinterpretation of electrum, an ancient, naturally occurring alloy. One of Oroarezzo's most internationally relevant highlights involved the debut of a Made in Italy precious metal alloy. Named Modern Electrum™, this material is luxurious-looking, hypoallergenic, highly resistant to oxidization, and it costs less per ounce than gold. Only time will tell if Modern Electrum™, developed by Alessi Domenico S. p. A. in collaboration with the Legor Group S.p. A. and Diamonds de Canada, re-shapes luxury jewelry, yet it does hold the potential to set new trends and gain market share. The result of research and development by Legor Group, an Italian company specializing in metals science and production, Modern Electrum™ was presented to this writer by Alice Alessi, part of the fourth generation leading Alessi Domenico. From May 10 to 13 in Arezzo, Oroareazzo' showcased fine jewelry, material and tech innovation, while ... More promoting dialogue between jewelry industry retail buyers, fashion media and creative artists. As Alessi related while presenting various chains made of Modern Electrum™, 'This precious alloy is designed as a 21st century reinterpretation of electrum, the naturally occurring gold and silver alloy that Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans used to create their fine jewels.' Comprised of gold, silver, platinum, rhodium and palladium, plus non-precious metals, Modern Electrum™ is free of nickel and copper. Its precious metals are all certified as 100 per cent sustainably sourced by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). Alessi elaborated, 'Non-precious metals used in Modern Electrum™ are 100% recycled, guaranteeing a completely sustainable and traceable composition for every component.' Equally important, she added, 'Modern Electrum™ delivers high performance during production processes and is an excellent alloy in terms of its mechanical properties.' In other words, it's easy to work with. Oroarezzo's art director Beppe Angiolini chose "The Mirror of Time" as the theme for this year's ... More show, which featured designs created by artisans skilled in time-honored jewelry-making techniques. 'Whereas gold lends ductility and its rare radiance, silver contributes malleability and brilliance,' Alessi continued, 'Palladium lends elasticity and oxidation resistance to Modern Electrum™.' What's more, she added, 'To maximize aesthetic appeal and ensure greater durability by increasing resistance to wear and oxidation, Legor Group created two electroplating cycles for Modern Electrum™. These allow jewels to be created with either white or yellow finishes.' (The Lands Collection from Diamonds de Canada features diamonds set in Modern Electrum™.) Alessi Domenico is an Italian heritage company that specializes in fabricating luxurious chains in ... More precious metals, including the trademarked alloy Modern Electrum, which it helped develop. According to Legor Group president Massimo Polieri, 'These unique electroplating cycles utilizeonly precious metals, are completely free of nickel, cobalt and cyanides and are REACH compliant.' This last fact is important to sustainable-minded jewelry lovers and the retailers who serve them, for products or substances designated as REACH compliant meet the European Union (EU) Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) requirements. Consumers might also be interested to know that the E.U.'s REACH regulations, established in 2006, are designed to protect humans and the environment from potentially harmful chemicals. REACH compliance ensures that chemicals are properly registered, evaluated for risks, authorized for specific uses, and restricted if deemed too dangerous. Any discussion of Oroarezzo would be incomplete without noting that the United States is the second largest market for Arezzo and Italian gold and jewelry exports. While U.S. retail buyer attendance at Oroarezzo 2025 rose by 30 percent as compared to 2024, it was intriguing to observe which exhibitors drew the most buyers and designers from around the world. About 400 buyers from 60 countries were hosted at Oroarezzo through a partnership between the ... More Italian Trade Agency and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Made in Italy jewelry brands and manufacturers such as Arezzo-based Giordini s.r.l. FEMAR s.r.l. and UNOAERRE S.p.A presented electroformed (hollow) gold designs that attracted retail buyers and media from around the globe. As Giordana Giordini detailed, 'Electroforming is a complex procedure that requires numerous steps and the use of the latest generation machinery. This production technique,' she continued, 'is the only one that allows for the creation of voluminous, articulated shapes in gold or sterling silver that embody sculptural plasticity.' In the case of electroformed earrings, for example, their lightweight, hollow forms make them kinetically attractive, and comfortable to wear for hours on end. While Giordini is too discreet to say so, another major selling point of electroformed jewels is that they look luxurious while costing significantly less than solid gold or solid sterling silver pieces. These important details may account for why some designers traveled thousands of miles to Oroarezzo. As New York-based goldsmith and designer Barry Verragio, founder and CEO of Verragio Fine Jewelry explained, 'I came to Oroarezzo for the first time to form strategic partnerships with experts in innovative fabrication techniques like electroforming. For almost three decades, Verragio has been producing engagement rings, wedding bands and diverse fine jewelry collections for a design-driven, gold-savvy, sophisticated demographic. 'Our customers understand very well the composition of 18-karat gold,' Verragio observed. 'Constant emphasis in the news on rising gold prices has only reinforced the value of fine jewelry in their minds. Electroformed gold jewelry,' Verragio ventured, 'allows us to create bold pieces that are still comfortable and wearable. We're not positioning ourselves on price,' he stressed. Rather, with electroformed jewelry, it is Italian artisanal excellence 'and a look that we are pursuing. We're always looking for ways to create unique styles and bring the best craftsmanship to our clients,' Verragio related. In the realm of traditional high luxury jewelry, Benoi, a new brand on exhibit at Oroarezzo which launched at the Vicenzaoro show in January 2025, made a strong impression with one-of-a-kind statement pieces set with richly hued emeralds and diamonds. From dazzling diamond collars set with emeralds to circular blue titanium earrings twinkling with diamonds to flexible ceramic and diamond bracelets, Benoi offered a glamorous range of refined, red carpet-worthy jewels. During the 34th edition of Oroarezzo's Première competition, 58 Made in Italy jewelry brands vied ... More for design prizes in eight categories. Other creations exhibited at Oroarezzo that satisfy today's lifestyles, tastes and consumer demands included flexible and expandable 14-karat and 18-karat gold rings, bracelets and necklaces from various brands. Several brands this writer spoke with including Giordini, noted how ergonomic jewels such as these are easy to put on and remove as their flexibility eliminates clasps. What's more, they accommodate human bodies as they expand in response to temperature and health conditions. For those who prefer maximalism, however, 18-karat gold cuffs from Femar come in massive, smooth and gleaming, 18-karat gold forms that look like armorial adornments from a super-stylish tribe. (Femar won one of the categories in Oroarezzo's Première Made in Italy design competition for one of its exquisite cuffs.) Another Femar jewel of note consisted of a bold, 18-karat gold bangle that had been laser-cut with a Greek key motif, also known as the 'meander' or 'fret' pattern." This dates back to around 10,000 BC and has been used in jewelry and other art forms, since then. Featuring continuous, interlocking lines, the popular motif symbolizes infinity, the eternal nature of life, unity and bonds of loyalty. The Tech Hall at Oroarezzo presented new technologies, tools and equipment that can help streamline ... More jewelry production. Living up to Oroarezzo's subtitle, 'Shaping Jewelry Ideas,' the Tech Hall featured the Italian company Vidam Robots, which demonstrated its computerized, wheeled delivery robot that's fitted with trays. The robot that this writer observed can be used in manufacturing facilities to transport jewels, tools and more to artisans during various stages of production. Say for example that every two hours, an artisan produces 20 bracelets that are ready for polishing. Instead of walking the jewels to the other end of the factory to the polishing station and using up valuable time, the artisan places the bracelets in the robot's trays, and programs the robot to deliver them to the polisher. According to Vidam representatives, the robot can cover 20 kilometers, or 12.4274 miles, a day. Tying the whole Oroarezzo program together were various ceremonies, panel discussions and talks that featured industry leaders. For example, on Oroarezzo's opening day, Minister Matteo Piantedosi received a position paper created by various industry associations that highlighted urgent issues like security, regulatory streamlining, training, generational transition, and internationalization—all vital for continued success. The opening day also featured two major economic panels. The first, organized with Club degli Orafi Italia and Intesa Sanpaolo, addressed hot topics including tariff barriers, sustainability, and supply chain dynamics. The second, promoted by ICE and Yoodata, focused on opportunities for Italian jewelry in European markets. Italian jewelry in the Asian market was also covered with a dedicated session on Vietnamese jewelry demand, followed by Federpreziosi Confcommercio's Retail Observatory. As Oroarezzo's art director and President of the Première Design Competition jury Beppe Angiolini mused in his essay about the fair's theme, The Mirror of Time, "Time is a constantly changing reflection and the jewel becomes its witness…jewels can "reflect" not only light, but also emotions, personality, and style. Jewels are not only precious objects but also custodians of memory. Each reflection is a fragment of life." Encountering the myriad bejeweled treasures at Oroarezzo, one saw, touched and enjoyed the eternal creative power of great jewelry and the designers, artisans and manufacturers who create it.
Forbes
09-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
‘Italy On Madison,' A Pop-Up Showcase Of Italian Style In New York
Vespa is an iconic Italian motor scooter manufactured by Piaggio, one of many symbols of Italian design and manufacturing getty The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is inviting the public to experience authentic Italian lifestyle and culture at its Madison Avenue townhouse in New York City. For the first time, the much-anticipated third edition of Italy on Madison will take place at the beautiful ITA headquarters. On Wednesday, May 14th and Thursday, May 15th, 2025, more than 90 Italian brands—spanning fashion, design, beauty and wellness, food, and wine—will offer visitors a unique, immersive experience akin to a trip to Italy. The ITA is housed in a historic five-story townhouse at 33 East 67th Street. Constructed at the turn of the 20th century, the neo-Georgian-style mansion was commissioned as a residence for Hugh D. Auchincloss, a prominent businessman and financier. The showcase will recreate the ambiance of an Italian home and the rhythms of Italian life with a collection of more than 100 pieces by over 40 iconic Italian brands and designers. Each room will focus on a different aspect of the Italian lifestyle. INTERNI, a leading interior design and architecture publication, curated the exhibition. 'With Italy on Madison, we are not just showcasing products,' says Erica Di Giovancarlo, Commissioner Director of the ITA in the U.S. in a press release announcing the event. 'We are inviting the public to experience the spirit of 'Made in Italy' in a deeply personal and sensory way.' Recognized globally, the 'Made in Italy' brand is synonymous with excellence in creativity, quality and craftsmanship. On the runway at Milan Fashion Week getty The series of masterclasses, demos and experiences led by experts will include: Face Yoga: Glow & Let Go! A wellness session blending facial yoga with premium Italian skincare brands Framed and Styled the Italian Way Live hairstyling and trends in Italian opticals Casa Italiana Talk A conversation on the future of Italian design, interiors and sustainable craftsmanship, and a talk on the relationship between design and history Fashion Photoshoot: Behind the Scenes A renowned fashion photographer and elite runway models will honor Italian fashion Stirred in Italy: An Immersive Risotto Experience Chef Riccardo Orfino will prepare this iconic dish with elegance and flair Wine & Spirits Activation: What Drink Are You? A playful tasting experience The complete Italy on Madison program can be found here: Events are free of charge, but registration is required and spots are limited. About the Italian Trade Agency Italy on Madison is hosted by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the governmental agency that supports business development of companies abroad and promotes foreign investment.
