Why Is My Breville Espresso Not Working?

There are various problems that can make your espresso machine stop working, but the following are at the top: The machine’s power cord or on/off switch has failed There is a possibility that the valve was shut down owing to clogging. Tubes clogged. Why is my espresso not brewing? You’re over-extracting your coffee Try grinding … Read more

Do You Need A Tamper Mat?

tamping mats are an essential must-have accessory for every barista , be it in a busy commercial setting or at home. Sure you can buy a flat square of rubber in any hardware shop that would achieve a lot of the aims of our Cafelat mats, but more often than not these are smelly old … Read more

Why Is My Stovetop Espresso Maker Not Working?

Two possible reasons: Either the pot isn’t sealing properly (so that there’s not enough pressure to force the water through) or there’s a blockage in the filter or in the basket that holds the coffee grounds. Why is my espresso not brewing? You’re over-extracting your coffee Try grinding coarser to speed up shot times. The … Read more