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Fact of the Day What Are Super Automatic Espresso Machines?

There are different types of espresso pod machines available in order to prepare the espresso types. Three varieties of machines that exist today are the semi-automatic, automatic and super-automatic espresso machines. Ground coffee is put into the filter of the machine manually in either manual espresso machines or semi-automatic espresso...

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How Do I Order A Cappuccino?

Q: I used to LOVE McDonald's Cappuccinos. Then, they switched to the "premium blends" version. This new Cappuccino tastes extremely bitter, and disgusting. It is also 4 times the price. I think they started brewing it using milk and Espresso instead of the machine like they used to. Since that time, I have tried ordering Cappuccinos in numerous other locations only to be presented with Espresso poured into foamed milk. I understand that this is what a Cappuccino actually is, but that doesn't mean the old favorite drink of mine should be impossible to get. I've been having to just drink plain coffee with sweetened, flavored creamer added in, but it does not taste anywhere near as good. My question is this: How do i order a cappuccino in a way that will give me my old favorite instead of useless dirt flavored sh**?

A: It sounds like they have been giving you half coffee. That just means Half milk, half coffee. A 'Cafe Latte' is Espresso with steamed milk. In Lattes, the milk is frothier. Or, you could get a Macchiato (is an Espresso with just a bit of milk foam, but it is just a variation of the Latte). A drink "con panna" means adding whipped cream to your coffee. This is not unlike adding heavy whipping cream and a dash of sugar. It amounts to a sweeter, creamier coffee drink. Seriously Delicious, but just ask for extra sugar and whipped cream. Real if they have it. Also, never underestimate asking the server. Explain what you want and then they might have a suggestion. The big chains are okay, but find a local coffee shop that's been around since forever, and they are the best. Have a 'biscotti' and you've got yourself a date!

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