My Current Coffee Set Up

This is my second model of this brand. I loved the first model and it packed a great punch for such a budget friendly gadget. I mistakingly thought I would replace it with a Nespresso, and while i like my nespresso it is not the same as a good ole fashion shot of creamy expresso.
So when I received Christmas money from the Hubbs I righted my wrong and bought the newer version of this model De'Longhi

When buying my first expresso maker I put at least a month of research into which brand I wanted. I looked through reviews, watched videos, flipped through pictures. I settled on the Delonghi because of the price and the amazing reviews. Also since this was my first expresso maker I figured if it was a flop and not something I was into I wouldn't be out much cash.  I ended up getting pretty into making a good pull and trying out all the drinks. 
I thought I would share some of information with you in case you were thinking of buying one for your home. While its not something I use daily, I do get tons of use out of it and make Lattes or Iced Lattes 4-5 times a week. It makes such a great ha-time indulgence.*cough: Pick-Me-Up*  My only complain so far with the newer model is the steam wand. The old model had a dial that gave better control of the amount of steam being released. The newer model basically has a med high setting and high setting. Not a deal breaker but also a bummer.

Here is my favorite Expresso Grounds *Expresso and Coffee grounds will be different in darkness and the actual grind. Expresso grinds are ground more fine.

This is my all time favorite syrup brand. It makes me more comfortable to know that the ingredients are real and simple. The flavor is the best also. My husband who is not interested in all natural foods or "health stuff" haha notices a difference when we run out and I switch to the major coffee chains brand (starts with Star haha), he says he has to use more to get the flavor he likes. 


I used this TUTORIAL from a gentleman to teach me how to run my machine and such. I was starting from scratch and reading through a manual is not my thing. He breaks down every thing quickly and explains things well. Plus if you don't think this old man is adorable than we can't be friends. :D