Product Comparison | Astoria Gloria and Perla Espresso Machines
Jan 20th 2019 Written by meredithlangley
Looking for a quality commercial espresso machine that won't break the bank? Astoria's Gloria and Perla are both popular favorites that fit the bill. In this video, Ryan takes a look at each machine, compares the specs and features that make them uni
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Video Overview | Astoria Rapallo AL Lever-Operated Espresso Machines
Jan 17th 2019 Written by meredithlangley
If you're looking for a more traditional way to brew espresso, Astoria's Rapallo AL lever-operated espresso machine might be just the thing. With a large, single boiler, and a powerful heating element, the Rapallo AL does the job right and looks grea
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Video Overview | Astoria Perla AEP Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
Jan 13th 2019 Written by meredithlangley
Astoria's Perla AEP is a semi-automatic espresso machine that offers convenience, affordability, and ease-of-use! Allowing the barista more involvement and greater freedom in controlling each shot, the Perla AEP features simple controls throughout th
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Video Overview | Astoria Gloria AL Lever Operated Espresso Machine
Jan 10th 2019 Written by meredithlangley
Astoria's Gloria AL is a lever-operated espresso machine that mixes vintage appeal with contemporary functionality. As a classic lever-operated machine, the Gloria AL requires manual control throughout the brewing process, allowing both baristas and
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Video Overview | BWT Bestmax Premium Water Filtration Cartridges
Jan 6th 2019 Written by meredithlangley
BWT's Bestmax Premium is a single cartridge water filtration system that's perfect for home enthusiasts or commercial espresso applications. In one fell swoop, the BWT cartridge reduces chlorine and sediment, improves taste and smell, prevents scale,
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Video Overview | Barista Hustle Tamper
Jan 3rd 2019 Written by meredithlangley
Designed for bar work, the Barista Hustle Tamper is light but balanced, durable, and features a base that's made to be both affordable and easy to replace. Its slim, smooth body is pleasant to hold and has just enough texture to avoid being slippery
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Our Favorite Gear for the Year: 2018
Nov 8th 2018 Written by steve.rhinehart
Is it truly November already? In a flash, 2018 has sped along, cycling us through the seasons and now is gently nudging us toward the turn of a new year. Though this year was a little quieter in terms of travel, we still made our way out to the yearl
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Recipe: Prima's Perfect PSL For the Cafe
Oct 3rd 2018
Our original Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe was perfection, but it's not for novices. What if we told you we've got an ace up our sleeve in the form of an even simpler one-pot version? Take a look and get ready for the best house-made PSL you've ever had
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