You may think of them as espresso cups, but the real name for the small coffee cup that commonly holds espresso is a demitasse cup These tiny white cups can be seen in restaurants, cafes, and coffee houses throughout the world. What is the difference of a coffee cup and a demitasse? Demitasse means “half-cup.” … Read more
The most obvious difference that exists between the two is milk. An espresso does not contain any milk It is just a shot of plain black coffee. When you add steamed milk and froth to espresso in the ratio of 1:1:1, you get a cappuccino. What’s the difference between espresso cups and cappuccino cups? First … Read more
A standard moka pot does not work on an induction stove This is because an induction stove works based on magnetism. Since Moka pots are usually made from aluminum, which is not magnetic, they will not heat up on induction. The solution is to either use a special Moka pot for induction stoves or use … Read more
You also can’t use nespresso pods inside of a Keurig You cannot interchange capsules and pods. The pods designed for nespresso machines won’t even fit into a Keurig, and the same goes the other way around. The internal mechanisms within the machines are way too different. How do you use espresso pods in a Keurig? … Read more
Flick the espresso switch and run through about half a mug of water (equivalent to 3 espresso cups). Leave for 15 minutes. Run through another half a mug of water and repeat every 4–5 minutes until the tank is empty. Your machine should now be descaled. Can I use vinegar to descale my coffee machine? … Read more