My Life With Coffee Machine

Siemens macchiatoPlus bean to cup espresso machine

2011-07-11T16:56:00.001+08:00

Equipped with 15-bar pump and height adjustable coffee outlet, the Siemens EQ.5 macchiatoPlus has one-touch function for espresso cappuccino and latte macchiato. This bean to cup espresso machine comes with graphical LCD display, 2 rotary controls and illuminated buttons for straight forward operation.

The aromaDouble Shot delivers extra strong coffee with incredible aroma. Other key features include autoWhirl Plus milk frother, aromaPressure system, sensoFlow system and ceramDrive. Main functions and benefits of the EQ.5 macchiatoPlus bean to cup espresso machine are,
- 2-cup function prepares drinks in 2 grinding and brewing cycles
- fully automatic descaling and cleaning program
- separately available milk froth, hot milk and hot water
- 3 cup sizes for cafe creme and 2 cup sizes for espresso
- 3 individually adjustable temperature levels
- quick rinse cycle for milk system
- automatic quick rinse program when switched on or off
- coffee bean container- and water tank- empty indicators
- electronic water filter exchange indicator
- several display languages available
- 300 gram bean container with aroma preserving lid
- separate container for pre-ground coffee
- adjustable grind settings
- removable 1.7 litre water tank
- removable drip tray including container for coffee grounds
- reduced heat up time for fast first cup
- pre-brewing function
- removable brewing unit
- auto-off automatically switches machine off after a pre-set time

Price for the EQ.5 macchiatoPlus bean to cup espresso machine bySiemens is approximately € 770.

Bosch Tassimo pod coffee maker

2011-01-02T16:02:00.002+08:00

The new Tassimo combines superior quality and intelligent technology in a compact design. This versatile Bosch coffee maker projects a modern stylistic sense with its elegant lines and offers 6 different types of drinks such as freshly brewed coffee, espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato, hot chocolate or tea at the touch of a button. Tassimo also requires only a very short heat-up period. Bosch designed this unique coffee maker to use a system of self-contained disposable T-discs instead of typical loose ingredients, with each disc having an integrated filter and a tiny brewing system. Tassimo also uses an intelligent drink identification bar code reader to set the drink size, brewing time, and precise temperature to make the perfect beverage. Other key features of this Bosch coffee maker include space saving design, fully automatic one-button operation, variable drink strength, innovative flow heater system, water level indicator, descaling indicator, descaling program, removable Mavea Maxtra filter cartridge and low energy consumption due to automatic transition to stand-by mode after every brewing cycle. Priced at around $170.

Bosch VeroBar full automatic coffee machine

2011-01-02T15:52:00.000+08:00

The fully automatic Bosch VeroBar 100 coffee machine is equipped with integrated adjustable ceramic grinder as well as innovative SensoFlow heat and AromaPressure systems to delver the highest quality coffee drinks at the touch of a few buttons. For those who need quick fix and need it fast, VeroBar coffee machine has special Aroma Double Shot feature for the extremely strong and rich flavour that will get you going for sure.

You also have some of the industry shortest heating times so you coffee is made quicker, 15-bar pressure pump, two-cup option, special cream unit with milk nozzle, one-touch cappuccino and latte macchiato functions, adjustable cup size and coffee temperature. Other features include multilingual programmable language display, height adjustable coffee spout, water- and bean-empty indicators, water filter change indicator and removable drip tray. Maintaining VeroBar coffee machine is easy, thanks to the automatic descaling and cleaning programs, and removable brewing unit. Price for Bosch VeroBar coffee machine is approximately € 1,000.

Super automatic espresso coffee machine - Espressione Supremma

2010-12-09T21:12:00.002+08:00

The Italian made bean to cup coffee machine is now available for purchase in North America. This super automatic coffee machine sells for around $1,000 USD. Among the highlights are professional brewing system developed by Bianchi with very impressive 10-year limited warranty, touch screen display and guide, 18 bar pump, 8 programmable options, temperature control, large 1.8 liter removable water tank with visible water level and blue cobalt light, maxi cappuccino milk frothing device with cappucinador for making perfect cappuccinos and lattes, proprietary Coffee Essence System with a pre-infusion that extracts and boosts the aroma and flavor of the coffee, and professional quality adjustable ceramic grinding plates that do not burn the coffee even at high speeds to preserve the authentic taste.

The super automatic Espressione Supremma coffee machine works with either ground coffee or whole beans and comes with anti-drip valve with self primer, hot water and steam function, adjustable automatic switch-off, high pressure safety valve with cap, Thermo Cream system with filter and self cleaning / decalcification functions.

Meseta capsule coffee maker

2010-12-07T21:24:00.001+08:00

Designed by Animadinamica design studio, Meseta Capsule System is the new and innovative way to enjoy a perfect espresso and coffee in biodegradable capsule, in the comfort of your home. Aroma, taste, design, made in Italy … Meseta Capsule System is the technology to achieve the same result - an amazing cup of espresso. Works exclusively with Meseta capsules sold only at Meseta Shop.but currently they have only one model of the capsule coffee maker.let's expect they will soon launch more nice design models later in order to support the increasing market demands.

Meseta compact body is made of ABS plastic, measures 27 x 32 x 17cm, weighs just 3.5kg and has a 1.2 litre removable water tank. It automatically ejects used capsules in the lower frontal basket and delivers 20-bar pressure. Capsules are introduced in the top, under the level and once used, drop into a capsule basket. Currently available in blue, and light blue, and sells for € 100.

Caffitaly S04 capsule system espresso machine

2010-12-05T22:50:00.001+08:00

The compact Caffitaly S04 capsule system espresso machine is the latest addition to the Caffitaly Collection. The espresso machine combines design and simplicity and features 3 automatic brewing modes for a straightforward, hassle free operation. The S04 uses unique coffee capsule technology to achieve excellent extraction, consistency and ideal dose, making every next cup as perfect as the previous one.

The S04 Caffitaly espresso machine prepares ristretto, espresso or lungo with the touch of a button. By simply lifting the handle, processed coffee capsules are automatically ejected to a capsule drawer which takes 10 used capsules. Just toss the drawer contents when it is full out. Other main features include stainless steel boiler, 1.2 liter water tank and 15 bar pump. The machine is quite light at 3.9 kg, available in several colours and sells for around € 160.

Podi capsule coffee machine

2010-12-02T19:27:00.002+08:00

A new coffee machine to be released in Europe in the next coming months, Podi is a single serve capsule coffee maker/ machine engineered for use with rigid Italian made capsules which are available in 6 different aromas. Looking like something out of a sci-fi film, it is designed by Vinod Gangotra for Selec Line (Asia). The one push button operating coffee machine makes it easy and practical to use. Key features include 1.0 litre water tank, 17 bar pressure and automatic capsule ejecting system. White, black, or red finish.

what to do with your squashed nespresso coffee capsule

2010-09-23T09:51:00.000+08:00

Have you ever received some squashed nespresso capsule by mail? After feeling dismay, what else could you do except throwing them away?

Today I would like to share with you all an excellent way of dealing with the squashed nespresso capsules.You don't have to throw them away but keep enjoy the espresso coffee as always.

The tips here are:

1.Cut your squashed nespresso coffee capsule;

2.Take the the ground coffee powder out from it.

3.fulfill the Nexpod capsule with the coffee powder from Nesspresso capsule.

4.Put your Nexpod capsule into your nespresso coffee machine and be ready to enjoy your coffee.

How does it work? Because the Nexpod capsule is compatible with the nespresso coffee machines.The biggest advantage is you can fulfill the nexpod capsule with whatever coffee powder you like.You can see my another article for more information of Nexpod capsule here

drip coffeemaker or pad/capsule coffee maker?

2010-09-02T10:42:00.004+08:00

Choosing a coffeemaker is kind of a lifestyle thing. Which is the best choice for yourself or your family among those various of coffee makers? Hope you can get some ideas here.

Drip coffeemaker

How it works: Today’s most popular coffee maker works by forcing heated water to drip through a filter filled with ground coffee.

Pros: Easy to use. Simple to clean. Relatively fast. Can make from four to 12 cups. Limitless choice of coffees can be used.

Cons: If carafe stays on heating element too long it overheats coffee, making it bitter. (A thermal carafe can eliminate this problem.) Can be wasteful if entire pot isn’t consumed.

Best for: Coffee drinkers who want more than just one cup or households with several coffee drinkers. Those who like to try a variety of coffees.

• Pod/capsule coffee makers

How it works: The newest coffee makers brew individual cups using ready-to-use packets of coffee. The machine forces water through the packets or pods of coffee with a bit of pressure.

Pros: Doesn’t waste coffee. Consistent coffee. Very fast. Coffee comes out steaming hot. Because the coffee is in a vacuum-packed pod, it’s fresh. No measuring, spilling or messy cleanup. Easy to use; just put the pod in place, fill it with water and press a button or two.

Cons: More expensive than an auto drip since you have to buy the coffee pods. Have a limited choice of coffees because you have to use coffee pods made by your machine’s manufacturer. No choice in the strength of the brew. Only makes one cup at a time.

Best for: Someone who doesn’t drink much coffee, but wants it fast and uncomplicated.

Saeco Xelsis Digital ID coffee machine

2010-06-04T16:19:00.001+08:00

The Xelsis, Saecos most high end and advanced appliance to date, is unlike any other espresso coffee machine around. Not only does it allow you to enjoy a tantalizing assortment of drinks thanks to its multi-beverage capability from cappuccino, latte macchiato and caffe latte, to espresso lungo, Americano and even tea the Xelsis also uses groundbreaking fingerprint technology to instantly recognize your favorite coffee and prepare it with one touch.

Love your morning coffee the way you only know how to brew? Well, hate to break it to you buddy, but if you're working in an office, chances are you won't be in a position to brew the perfect cup of coffee. On the bright side, with a machine like the Xelsis Digital ID from Saeco, it can remember closely your preferences in each cup of java, using your scanned fingerprints to kickstart the coffee making process. Features include timer programming, automatic descaling and machine self-cleaning. Needless to say, something like this costs at least $2,500 a pop which is mighty expensive for most folks. Will corporations also cut back on their spending when it comes to appliances such as this?

Make coffee with espresso coffee pods

2010-06-03T14:32:00.003+08:00

Espresso coffee pods are a fast and convenient way to make espresso in your own home. It is also an affordable option for those who love the taste of a good espresso coffee drink in the morning, but do not want to pay for an expensive drink at a cafe. This is also a convenient way for someone who is single to make a single cup of coffee.

Also，Using espresso coffee pods is great for the whole family because everyone gets to choose what they want and nobody has to worry about putting on the pot of coffee in the morning. It also saves both time and money to use espresso coffee pods. Instead of rushing out the door to your favorite cafe, wait in line amongst several other coffee lovers and then pay a ridiculously high price for your espresso, and possibly be late to work,

How do single cup coffee makers work? The brewing process is as easy as one, two, and three:
1. Fill the reservoir of your single cup coffee maker with cold water.
2. Select your favorite flavored coffee pod and place it into the single serve coffee maker, such as a Nespresso.
3. Place your coffee cup below the coffee chamber. Pull the lever down (or push the button depending on the type of machine you own) and watch your cup fill with hot, gourmet coffee!

Clean up is even simpler as there are no grinds to clean up or filters to throw away. Just remove the used coffee pod and you’re ready to start anew.

Oh, there is a final step for you — enjoying your delicious, fresh brewed single cup of coffee! What more could a coffee lover ask for?
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Bonus:
Projection for Nespresso on the newly opened Nespresso Boutique in Brussels：
In order to add to the festivities of the newly opened Nespresso Boutique in Brussels, Nestle developed a projection on the façade of the building. It’s amazing and wonderful!

Projection for Nespresso on the newly opened Nespresso Boutique in Brussels from NuFormer Projection on Vimeo.

Nespresso or dolce gusto？

2010-06-01T11:45:00.004+08:00

You may be wondering what the difference is between the Nespresso machines and the Nescafe Dolce Gusto. While both one cup coffee makers can make similar drinks, their focus is completely different.

The Dolce Gusto makes a number of different coffee drinks using capsules. In order to make a cappucino, you use one coffee capsule and one milk capsule.

The Nespresso machine, on the other hand, brews espresso. To that, you can manually add milk if you desire, but there is no "milk capsule" for the Nespresso. Instead, the Nespresso machines have an optional milk attachment that will heat and froth milk. You can then feel like a barrista as you add the right proportion of heated milk and frothed milk.

If you're debating between a Nespresso machine and a Dolce Gusto, you should ask yourself how much you want to act like a barista when making a cappucino. For some, that sounds great; for others, the whole point of getting a one cup coffee maker is that they don't have to be involved.

Tea capsule machine by Nestlé

2010-05-24T11:47:00.002+08:00

Let’s expect the coming September of 2010, because Nestlé will the launch Special.T, a pioneering tea machine system(Including tea and machine.) Why tea and why France?

Because the western European tea market is worth 4 billion euros, while the coffee market is worth 12.8 billion euros, Nestle said. The French tea market is worth 500 million euros, and France is the biggest market for capsule-based hot drink machines.

Special.T by Nestlé is based on a proprietary system of single-serving capsules containing top-quality, premium portioned tea and specialized machines. Special.T offers a selection of 25 tea varieties – ranging from green, black, blue, red and white teas to flavoured teas and organic herb teas – which are carefully sourced from selected tea farms in China, Japan, Sri Lanka, India and South Africa. Nestle will begin selling 25 “Special.T” tea varieties over the Internet in France beginning in September, the world’s largest food company said in a press release distributed in Paris today. To make the new teas, consumers will need to buy a machine similar to a Nespresso coffee maker, also via Internet or through a call center. The tea machines will cost 89 euros ($110), and tea pods will cost 35 cents.The machines, made by German producer Wik, read each capsule and brew the tea at different temperatures and speeds, depending on the variety, Heynike said.

Special.T is targeting women more than men, and Nestle would be “happy” with having the machines in 1 percent to 2 percent of French homes eventually, said Petraea Heynike,Executive Vice President of Nestlé S.A. responsible for Strategic Business Units, Marketing, Sales and Nespresso, said: “Special.T is another clear demonstration of Nestlé’s strong innovation capacities. After Nespresso and Nescafé Dolce Gusto, Special.T byNestlé is another major innovation in beverage systems, by which they pioneer the market of portioned tea and thus strengthen their commitment as the world’s largest beverage company.

Special.T by Nestlé will be launched in France in September 2010 and will be exclusively commercialized via the internet, with orders shipped to homes or offices within 48 hours. In a second stage, Nestlé plans the roll-out of Special.T in other European markets. Special.T aluminum capsules guarantee the consistent freshness and intensity of the tea aroma and are infinitely recyclable within national recycling collection points systems. .Nestle plans to sell the tea elsewhere in Europe and later expand throughout the world, Heynike said. The brand isn’t starting boutiques like Nespresso, and the machines won’t be available in stores, she said.

capsules match with your espresso machine

2010-05-15T17:21:00.004+08:00

Nowadays everybody talks about Coffee Capsules. It is not because they noticed the George Clooney Nespresso coffee spot on television. It is because the coffee capsules are becoming more and more popular.

The reason why?
You simply insert your own pre ground coffee pack into your own single serve coffee maker and with a touch of a button and minimal effort make a cup of gourmet coffee. There is no grinding of the coffee beans and no messy cleaning of our coffee machine.
We have different types of single serve coffee machines that we can use to fill up the mug or cup.
To make it really easy for you we will present one cup coffee machines by the name of pre-made portion packages they use. However，the negatives of the pre-made portion packages were mainly aimed at taste of their coffee which is a matter of personal preference nevertheless. Most capsules have offered varieties of branded coffee beans through coffee pods and giving yourself an adventure taste testing will make you eventually come up to your desired flavor.
K – cup

Keurig coffee makers and Breville
You can get a huge range of K-Cup varieties through companies such as Diedrich Coffee Roasters, Green Mountain Coffee, Van Houtte and others where you can choose from big variety of fair trade coffees, organic coffee in addition to teas and hot chocolates, lattes.

T- discs
Braun, Tassimo, Bosh Tassimo

If you own Braun or Tassimo single serve coffee maker you are able to brew high quality java with the called Tassimo T-Disc, which contains precisely the best amount of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or even dry milk to produce one cup of gourmet coffee how you like it anytime you want it.

Nespresso Capsules

Nespresso coffee makers
Nespresso capsules function only with nespresso machines. 1 capsule contains exactly the correct amount of fresh, finely ground coffee for just one espresso. The result is always ideal gourmet cup of coffee.

Nescafe dolce gusto capsules
Nescafe, Krups
The Nescafe Dolce Gusto range uses a professional-level 15-bar pressure system that brews great cups of coffee. The Dolce Gusto capsule variety includes Caffe Americano, Lungo, Mocha, Espresso, Chococino, Cappuccino as well as variations such as Cappuccino Skinny as well as Cappuccino Ice.

Coffee Pods
Senseo
Senseo products provide big variety of flavors like Breakfast Blend, Crème Brulee, Chocolate and French Vanilla and many different blends from traditional coffee such as caffeine free, medium roast, dark roast and espresso, blends such as Sumatra Blend, Brazil Blend, Kenyan Blend and Colombia Blend.

So you see the choices are unlimited. All you want to understand is what kind of coffee do you want to consume as well as which pre made portion pack goes with that coffee machine.

single cup coffee makers (coffee pod/capsule machine)

2010-05-12T20:36:00.012+08:00

You may have noticed that single cup coffee makers (coffee pod/capsule maker) are popping up everywhere these days. The machines can now be found everywhere from fine retail establishments to office buildings to your own kitchen. The single cup coffee trend is increasing each day.

A coffee pod maker takes lesser time to brew and is easy to clean. These great machines take up about the same amount of counter space as a traditional coffee pot, but they are much more versatile and even more environmentally friendly. There is small room for mistakes with this machine. Pods are placed in the machine and locked in place. Beyond being able to brew the perfect cup of coffee any time you want, single cup brewers are also great for making other beverages like tea and hot cocoa.

Some of the companies that offer coffee pod/capsule machines are: Melitta, Briel, Bunn, Tassimo ,Keurig, Juan Valdez and Senseo. Colors include: green, yellow, black, orange, chrome, red and stainless steel. The price of a pod machine starts at $50.

Four of the most popular single-serving pod-based machines on the market today are as follows:

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1.Braun – TASSIMO Machine
The Braun TASSIMO is a revolutionary coffee machine that uses the T-Disc system. It can make ready-to-drink hot beverages in just 60 seconds. Braun Tassimo is very easy to use and handy. It can be manually adjusted, providing different strengths and cup sizes. Tassimo is an ideal coffee machine for dinner parties. It has a large water tank that can be filled up with one liter of water.

The T-disc system of Braun Tassimo can read a barcode on the disc and start working on it. The pod uses a small-brewing chamber which can feature a unique inverse flow. The drink is then poured from disc into the cup.

Leading brands of T-Discs are Twinings, Kenco and Suchard. All of these can be used to make a cup of coffee, tea, espresso, decaffeinated coffee, cappuccino, hot chocolate and caffe crema.

2. Philips SENSEO Coffee Machine

Philips Senseo coffee makers come with a layer of froth that helps retain the taste and warmth of coffee. It can produce one or two cups. The machine comes in three colors of white, black and blue. Senseo coffee maker will take only a minute to brew a coffee. The setting can be tweaked depending on how much coffee you want to make.

2.Philips Senseo, on the other hand, combines a patented brewing system. It automatically combines the right balance of water and coffee. The brewing system was developed in conjunction with Douwe Egberts which exclusively uses Senseo coffee pods. Pods come in mild, medium, dark roast and decaffeinated blends.

3. The Black & Decker Home Café System GT300
Black and Decker GT300 is a much improved quality of the Black and Decker Home Café System. This GT300 can brew different kinds of pod brands.

4. Keurig B60 Special Edition Gourmet Single-Cup Home-Brewing System
Keurig B60 is a 1500-watt single cup brewing system that uses patented K-cups. It has a programmable backlit LCD display with an on/off timer and a digital clock. It also features a removable drip tray and temperature controls.

In the past years, many coffee companies and manufacturers continue to make single serving coffee pod machines. Popular brands offer innovative features at your fingertips. You can find them wherever you go, and they certainly make getting your coffee fix easier and quicker than ever. People everywhere are learning about the convenience and quality of these great systems.

You can check All the coffee makers that mentioned at the below website:

Appliances

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Ready-to-drink

2010-05-11T20:40:00.000+08:00

Ready to drink (often known as RTD) is a term used to describe packaged beverages that are sold in a prepared form, ready for consumption. The term is typically used to contrast packaged forms of beverages that are also sold in forms that require preparation, for example iced tea (which can also be prepared using tea leaves and fruit juice) and Alcopops (which can be prepared by mixing alcoholic beverages with fruit juices or soft drinks).

Nexpod coffee capsule for Nespresso coffee machine

2010-04-28T14:27:00.002+08:00

A coffee pod machine takes a small container of coffee---enough for a single cup---and brews it straight into the coffee mug. This saves you money because you do not have to brew an entire pot that may go to waste after a single cup. Unfortunately, your options in coffee pods may limit the flavors and the types of coffee you can brew. This is especially frustrating if you have your own special blend of coffee. You do not have to settle for an unsatisfactory product, though;Today you can simply make your own pods and fill them with whatever coffee you desire.

A small Swiss startup company called Alice Allison SA launched the Nexpod for Nespresso in june 2009.
Nexpod is a kind of coffee pod that needs to be filled with grounded coffee powder. The biggest innovation of which is it can compactable for Nespresso coffee machines. That is to say, consumers are set free from the expensive Nespresso coffee capsules(One NexPod® capsules costs 33 cent $ vs. 50 cent $ for an original Nespresso ® capsules.). low cost, numeral choice of coffee /tea.

This kind of capsule definitely provides a more flexible way to use the capsule coffee machines. Some shortcomings are: 1. the coffee power has to be grounded at a middle grade, neither too coarse nor too fine. 2.You have to fulfill the capsule with coffee by yourself.

Does Nexpod respect the Nestlé patents and rights?

Nexpod: We don’t violate any patents of Nespresso- Nestlé nor we use any brands of theirs in an illegal way. We just produce consumables for their machines, which is a right guaranteed from the US antitrust laws and the EU commercial laws in order to avoid vertical monopoly.

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The Disadvantage of Hamilton beach brewstation drip coffee maker

2010-04-22T20:54:00.001+08:00

I love the concept of Hamilton beach's brewstation drip coffee makers. It's a brilliant idea and kind of an innovation. Especially, you can't always be careful enough to break the grass carafe of the traditional drip coffee makers. It's also a hand free design unless you put the machine at the wall and push the button to get the coffee. However, great idea with poor product! The bellowing are the customer reviews of these series of products. You know where to change, Hamilton beach.

1)The hot water runs through coffee grounds far too quickly to allow a long enough steep.
2) The highest temperature reached in the water chamber is 152 degrees and even the smallest addition of cream naturally brings it down even more.

3) The water dispensing movable spout is flimsy and will be the first item to break.

4) The coffee outlet is too close to the concave front wall and makes a thick-sided mug impossible to fill without spilling coffee.

5) The dispensing lever must be pushed hard for coffee flow to start thereby making the "one-handed" action into a two-fisted one - unless the whole contraption is pushed against the wall.

6) The clock is useless since it's not LED-lighted.
7) The lid doesn't close properly and, if lifted after water is heated, allows distillation to dribble down the back of the machine.

8) You have to lift the lid way up to pour in the water/coffee which means pulling the whole unit out from under the kitchen cupboards.

9) The heating element, which produces a warm, not hot, cup of coffee.

10) I also dislike that I can't see how much coffee is left as you would in a regular carafe model.

11) Not only does it leak from the front, but it has what appears to be a drainage hole in the rear.

12) the swinging arm catches the paper filters as it swings. You have to manually correct this each time or you'll get coffee grounds inside the water tank.

13) if your cup is tall, it may not fit under the nozzle properly.

14) it is almost impossible to pour the water into the pot from without dumping it all over the counter.

15) There is a metal plate in the middle of the body of the coffeemaker, right where you pour the water in - and almost impossible to avoid.

16)This machine is a cool idea that is poorly designed and made.

17) The coffee maker is very light weight and feels very cheaply made over all.

18) The lid didn't fit down properly and had a slight gap when closed.

19) The little arm that dispense the water over the grounds was very flimsy and had to be forced in and out of position.

20) This machine is so light that I had to use one hand to hold it in place while I pushed the mug in.

21) The 2-hour automatic shut off might be nice but if its empty that whole time that's going to be a fire hazard.

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Coffee Consumption Around Asian Countries

2010-04-12T16:22:00.000+08:00

Country Consumption(tone) Productivity(tone)

China 80000 30000

Indian 86000 26000

Vietnam 62000 1,000,000

Philippines 65000 50000

Thailand 40000 50000

Indonesia 200000 520000

Japan 450000

Korea 110000

Taiwan 20000

Singapore 12000

Among all the countries around China, Japan is the biggest coffee consumption country, also the 4th coffee consumption country in the world, up to 450,000 tones, that's 3.5 kilos/person.
The following are Indonesia & Korea: 200,000 and 110,000 tones. Vietnam produces 1 million tones of coffee/ year, ranked No.2 .
And Indonesia produced 520,000, ranked No.4. in the world. Finally India ranked 7,produeced 260,000.

The conclusion is the countries around China produce and consume large amount of coffee of the world. Can you find a better atmosphere and circumstance in somewhere else except China?

About how to read a book

2010-04-05T10:47:00.001+08:00

1.Before you read a book. Try to figure out what kind of information you want to get from this book, that is to say “what’s your purpose of this reading?” If you know where you’re going, you will be more focus and fast. So select a good book and read the topics you’re really interested in then absorb it.

2.About how to read a book. We should not read the books word by word, which will not increase your comprehension and understanding of the books. The correct way to read a book is “photo reading”. Read the book as fast as can, try to get the information you really want and skip the contents that are useless to you. It’s ok and enough that if you could only get 1% of useful information that really works. So don’t worry you will miss something in the lines. The reason you miss them is they are not important and interesting; otherwise they would catch your eyes. So I am taking some time to practice the “photo reading” and “fast reading” these days.

3.About the information you get from the book. While we are reading, we should not make any marks or try to write down the content we are interested in, but try to accumulate the knowledge in head. We can use our imagination to connect the knowledge together. In order to use this method, one should keep reading all the time, at least 10 books per month.
4.After you finish reading the book. Instead of copying the words from the book, we should use our own language to summarize what we learn from the book. Last but not the least , never forget to share what you learn with others. The best way to learn is to teach , besides you can make friends and make your positive influence on others.

5. When you are sharing, please pay attention to your logic structure to make others easily to understand. Try to use number as possible as you can, which would make you more logical.
6. Keep yourself in the information all the time. If you can’t read books sometimes, try to listen to some audio books by your MP3 player. Don’t waste your time watch TV.

7. This tip is written for me. When you finish your university education and enter the society to start your career, you have to keep learning after work. Why? Because to this society, you are as a blank paper now, do you want to keep it empty or fulfill it with knowledge？ So keep working, keep learning.
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coffee machine culture in German

2010-03-16T19:20:00.000+08:00

This is the first article of this blog on coffee machine.It's a pity that it's not about those of China, but about German. During the presentation of Midea's coffee machine,Thomas from Russell Hobbs told me that some knowledge about the coffee machine culture as following:

1.About the design.Most German like the designs of conservative,some special and personalized designs may be found strange or weird.
2.They like the color to be matte,not sharp,which seems to be unfriendly to them.I personally don't know why,guess it's about culture differences.
3.E.S.E is not so easy to find in German market.Other coffee pod or capsules are more popular,such as the Nespresso coffee capsule.(E.S.E. which stands for Easy Serving Espresso) is the technology being used to simplify the preparation of a good espresso using just a few simple actions, thanks to the adoption of the “serving” (individual pre-packed doses containing 7 grams of ground coffee that has been pressed and hermetically sealed between two fine layers of filter paper).

Something interesting I heard from my manager is that in Germany people has a fashion culture of buying high-class coffee machine,though they don't drink too much coffee like Italian do.Why are people doing such things? You know high-class coffee machines can represent people's personal taste and status just like BMW and Benz in their country. That can explain why the sales performance of high-class coffee machines in Germany is better than that in Italy. You may already know that Italy is a traditional coffee-drink country as China is a big tea-drinking country.

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