Owen Richardson

Owen is a writer and editor at Caffe Streets who considers himself a coffee fanatic. He spends his time researching and testing different coffee beans and brewing methods and sharing what he learns with others.

  • Wouldn’t you want to turn your kitchen into an espresso bar and get your shot of deliciousness on demand? Make it happen by simply getting yourself the best espresso machine. In fact, this is exactly what you should do if your wish has been to make espresso or other specialty coffee from the comfort of…

    Best Espresso Machines: Reviews and Tips
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  • Let’s talk about the best espresso machines under $200. How far will that budget take you? Should you even bother looking? Whoever said that greatest espresso machines are expensive espresso machines are probably right, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a fairly good one that can give you a good shot of espresso for…

    The Best Espresso Machines under $200
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  • If you are a person who likes to drink espresso often, there is just one thing for you to do – get yourself an espresso machine! Instead of having to spend time and money on getting your coffee from a coffee shop, you will be able to prepare it from the comfort of your home…

    The Best Budget Espresso Machines: Quality and Affordability
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  • Throughout my lifetime (or at least since becoming more interested in coffee), I have given numerous types of coffee and coffee brewers a shot. When it comes to coffee makers, I have tried out everything from the drip maker to the French press, various manual and automatic espresso machines, and so on. The latest coffee-related…

    How to Use a Moka Pot: An Easy Guide
    How to Use a Moka Pot: Step-by-Step Guide
  • Choosing an espresso machine for your home is tough enough – when it comes to choosing one for your business, that is a whole different ball game. There are so many different machines that you need to check out that it will inevitably take you time and a lot of effort to go over everything.…

    The Best Espresso Machines for a Small Business
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  • Nespresso machines are a major blessing to coffee lovers, but the best news is that they excel at even more today than they did before. Trust them to nail that espresso shot and replicate the same excellence on lattes. It gets even better when you have the best Nespresso machine for a latte. These machines…

    The Best Nespresso Machine for Latte Lovers
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  • Picture a hybrid espresso maker that combines the best of what basic and higher-end models offer. Interesting idea, right? Well, I have some good news. Today, I’ll show you what the best prosumer espresso machine is. Maybe you are wondering what “prosumer” means. Just to clear your doubts, that’s not a brand; the name refers…

    The Best Prosumer Espresso Machines + Reviews
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  • Having an espresso machine at home is a blessing and no one can convince me otherwise. Since I bought my first espresso machine, I have been eagerly waiting for coffee time to come around just so I can take on my favorite role as the barista of the family. The experience would not have been…

    The Best Espresso Machines for Beginners: Awesome Starter Models
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  • Keurig is one of those names that you are likely to come across whenever you are looking for something coffee-related on the internet. This is a well-known company that has been making some of the most affordable and easy-to-use coffee machines for years, with the Keurig 2.0 being their most recent line. In this guide,…

    How to Use a Keurig 2.0 — Full Guide
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  • You have just woken up. It’s a bright day and you are fully pumped for it. As always, you turn on your Nespresso machine and start to fix a cup of coffee, but there’s trouble in paradise. The coffee isn’t coming out as usual and you are wondering: why is my Nespresso machine not making…

    Why Is My Nespresso Machine Not Making a Full Cup?
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  • You’ve probably seen or experienced all the great things an espresso machine does. Such a masterpiece can’t be cheap, right? So how much is an espresso machine really? Unfortunately, there’s no short precise answer for that. For as low as $50, you could get one, but as you might have guessed, that’s just a basic…

    How Much Is an Espresso Machine? A Cost Overview
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  • There are billions of people in this world drinking coffee every single day. Coffee is a beverage that can be served in many different ways, but if you are looking for the simplest type of coffee to try, then you have to go with black coffee. In today’s guide, I will tell you how to…

    How to Drink Black Coffee and Enjoy It
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  • You bought a Cuisinart coffee grinder not too long ago. It has been serving you well so far, and you are probably not thinking that it could stop working the next minute. Well, it’s okay to have such confidence in your device if you have been taking good care of it. But if you do…

    How to Clean Cuisinart Coffee Grinders
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  • Imagine having to make barista-quality espresso without electricity or away from home, probably while hiking, camping, or traveling. You could get yourself the best portable espresso maker, but will it help? Surprisingly, this has been a solution not too many coffee drinkers ever thought they would need in such situations. I call them travel-friendly espresso…

    The Best Portable Espresso Makers for Travel
    Wacaco portable espresso machine on a table with coffee beans.
  • No one does espresso like the Italians, and everyone knows that. Once you get a taste of the true Italian espresso, you will want to have that kind of coffee available to you every day. Luckily for you, you can do that if you get one of the eight best Italian espresso machines currently available!…

    The Best Italian Espresso Machines: Top Brands and Models
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  • There is truly nothing like a brew extracted with care and precision from freshly ground high-quality beans, but sometimes the convenience of a single-serve coffee machine is just too tempting. So if you’re thinking of having one in your kitchen counter, this guide will compare the giants in this niche — Nespresso vs Keurig! When…

    Nespresso vs Keurig: Which Is the Better Coffee Machine?
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  • When you Google the name “De’Longhi”, you will see the brand appear alongside other great names in the industry such as Breville, Nespresso, Lavazza, Jura, and so on. But that’s still not enough if you really want to know whether this is a brand you can trust. That’s what led me to come up with…

    The Best De’Longhi Espresso Machines Reviewed
    Closeup of an espresso shot with a good thick layer of crema.
  • Nespresso vs espresso machine! Which makes better shots? I know you would prefer a quick answer now so you can finally get yourself a proper coffee machine and go on to live happily ever after. I also know you may be here for other reasons, probably to convince yourself that you made the right decision…

    Nespresso vs Espresso Machine: Which Should You Buy?
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  • Breville may not be a new name if you have been around the coffee industry for a while. It’s home to some of the greatest coffee machines and kitchen appliances in the market today. If you are like me, then you have at one point wanted to own the best Breville espresso machine. But my…

    The Best Breville Espresso Machines: Top Reviews
    Breville espresso machine making an affogato.
  • Everyone wants their coffee machines to last forever. You get so used to them that you do not even anticipate that they might give out at some point. If you have a Nespresso machine, I bet that you rely on it to give you quick, easy, delicious coffee on demand. However, you need to learn…

    How to Clean Your Nespresso Machine: Easy Descaling
    How to Clean Your Nespresso Machine: Easy Descaling
  • If you are in the market for a new coffee machine, you will inevitably come across a company called Nespresso. This company makes not only the best coffee machines but also the best coffee pods that you can find. Today, I will focus on the best Nespresso machines and what they are all about. Nespresso…

    The Best Nespresso Machines: Top Reviews
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  • If you have never worked an espresso machine, I bet that you will be a bit surprised by all of the features that it can come with – from the bean hopper to the portafilter, grinder, steamer, and so on. Once you brew the espresso using the machine, you can turn it into a latte…

    How to Froth Milk with an Espresso Machine Steam Wand
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  • You have a trusty Mr. Coffee espresso machine. That’s great! And for it to keep making you perfect shots of espresso, you just have to take good care of it. The first thing you have to learn is how to clean your Mr. Coffee espresso machine. It’s an easy process, but my guess is you…

    How to Clean a Mr. Coffee Espresso Machine
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  • It may be boring and probably a bit tiring taking care of your espresso machine, but the truth is, that is the only way to have this coffee maker serve you great tasting shots without fail. Today, I’ll show you how to clean an espresso machine. You could do everything right to get a perfect…

    How to Clean an Espresso Machine: An A to Z Guide
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  • So many things have been said about a latte, but what it’s most famous for is its sweetness and versatility. You have probably ordered it more times than you can count, and if you think the drink is too sophisticated to make, you’re wrong. Today, I’ll show you how to make a latte with an…

    How to Make a Latte with an Espresso Machine
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  • Getting a delicious shot of espresso on demand is the ultimate dream — and that’s why you got yourself a great espresso maker. But now that you finally have it, do you know how to use the espresso machine, or are you just planning to wing it? I know that a lot of people find…

    How to Use an Espresso Machine: Mastering the Basics
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  • Not everyone has the chance to go out and buy coffee every day, two or three times per day. If that sounds similar to your situation, the best thing you can do is buy a coffee machine – a machine like maybe one of the Nespresso machines from the original line. This guide can help…

    How to Use a Nespresso Machine: Simple Tutorial
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  • You have probably tested all kinds of espresso out there, and if you are convinced no other shot is better than a barista-made one, you may be wrong. Get yourself the best automatic espresso machine and watch the magic happen right inside your kitchen. Also, imagine the convenience of never having to line up or…

    The Best Automatic Espresso Machines for Ultimate Convenience
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  • Coffee purists may roll their eyes at the thought, but, we all know that flavored coffee beans are  their super-secret guilty pleasure that they indulge in to spice things up. I can swear by them, and you will too – especially after you find the perfect flavor to satisfy your cravings! I am here to…

    The Best Flavored Coffee Beans to Savor
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  • Starbucks has so many different flavors, brews, and toppings to choose from that it can sometimes be difficult to pick just a few of them – especially when it comes to iced coffees. It can take a while before you decide what you want to get with it. To make that decision easier for you,…

    How to Order Iced Coffee at Starbucks: A Coffeeholic’s Guide
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  • Keurig is a well-known company that creates amazing coffee makers as well as a wide variety of K-Cups. The company has been around for years, and they keep getting more and more exposure due to their amazing products. Today, you and I will look into what a Keurig 2.0 is and what you should know…

    What Is Keurig a 2.0 Brewing System? All the Deets Here
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  • If you search for the best coffee beans online, I do not doubt that you will come across a type of bean called the Kona bean. In today’s guide, I will tell you more about what Kona beans are and which are the best Kona coffee beans that you have to try! Simply put, any…

    The Best Kona Coffee Beans: Hawai’ian Treasures
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  • I can guess your Keurig 2.0 brewer has been serving you well for months now. I’m sure you want this to go on, but that’s only going to happen if you properly look after it. So today, I’ll teach you how to descale a Keurig 2.0 machine. It’s not rocket science, so bury any fears…

    How to Descale a Keurig 2.0: Two Methods
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  • Whenever I talk about coffee beans, I always recommend that people get whole beans instead of pre-ground ones because they tend to be fresh for a lot longer. Even whole coffee beans can go stale, though, if you do not store them properly. To ensure your beans stay fresh longer, you need one of the…

    The Best Coffee Bean Storage to Prolong Freshness
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  • If you are someone who enjoys drinking coffee often, chances are that you have tried Starbucks coffee at least once in your life. Starbucks is one of the leading brands for all coffee-based beverages, but they have so many blends that it can be hard to decide which one to get. In today’s review, I…

    The Best Starbucks Coffee Beans: Big Chain Does Good!
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  • KRUPS is a well-known company that creates various types of small kitchen appliances. They might be best known for their coffee makers, but their coffee grinders should not be overlooked. In this review, I will share the top 5 KRUPS coffee grinders and tell you everything you should know about them! From blade to burr,…

    KRUPS Coffee Grinder Reviews: Burr and Blade Options
    Coffee grinds in different grind sizes.
  • A burr grinder, preferably electric, is what you need to level up your brewing game. Why? Because even the cheapest electric burr grinder is light years ahead of a premium blade model, and this Bodum coffee grinder review confirms that and so much more. There is a high chance you’ve heard of Bodum. They are…

    Bodum Coffee Grinder Review: The Bistro Model Up Close
    Coffee grinds in various sizes in bowls.
  • Year after year, new coffee grinders enter the market, and to be honest, some are way more innovative, superior, and generally way better than what most of us have been used to. This is a Baratza Encore review, and as you might guess, I just want to know what the hype is all about. Baratza…

    Baratza Encore Review: Is This Coffee Grinder Really Worth It?
  • If you are anything like me, you like your coffee to be as rich and tasty as possible. Before brewing a cup of coffee, you need to grind the beans with a machine that will preserve their taste notes as well as their full body. You might think that you need some expensive machine to…

    The Best Budget Coffee Grinders: Awesome But Affordable
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  • Breville might not be a new name to you if you know your coffees well. Very rarely will the name go unnoticed in any mention of barista-standard coffee grinders. Do all of them live up to the brand’s iconic reputation? Let’s find out in this Breville Smart Grinder Pro review. Breville has not been spared…

    Breville Smart Grinder Pro Review — Should You Get It?
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  • From growing beans to distribution to end customers, the coffee industry is known for its environmental impact. One of the most concerning is what happens to coffee grounds after brewing. Do you just throw coffee grounds in the bin? If you do, they’ll end up in the landfill. In turn, its decomposition in landfills can…

    Can I Reuse Coffee Grounds? Don’t Trash Them Just Yet!
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  • For a lot of people, thinking about good coffee is synonymous with thinking about Starbucks coffee. Starbucks offers a wide range of coffees, but if you ask me, I enjoy their espresso-based drinks the most. Because of this, I often wonde — what espresso machine does Starbucks use to make these delicious beverages? Let’s be…

    What Espresso Machine Does Starbucks Use? All About Mastrena
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  • Imagine this – you recently got a Nespresso machine, set it up, and adjusted everything so that you can get the best cup of coffee. The machine was working perfectly until the moment you wanted to change the settings and realized you were not able to do that. Then, you found yourself wondering how to…

    How to Reset a Nespresso Machine: Detailed Guide for Beginners
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  • A lot of coffee lovers know that you cannot have a conversation about coffee without the name Keurig popping up once or twice. In case you have never heard of Keurig before, I am here to tell you everything you need to know about this. This guide takes a closer look at what a Keurig…

    What Is a Keurig Coffee Machine? Do You Need One?
    What Is a Keurig Coffee Machine? Do You Need One?
  • To make a good cup of coffee, you need a good coffee maker. And when you talk about good coffee makers, you cannot go without mentioning Keurig’s coffee machines. Today’s guide will tackle the question: How does a Keurig work? We will look into everything that happens in the coffee machine when you turn it…

    How Does a Keurig Work? Info for K-Cup Novices
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  • If you’ve discovered the ultimate coffee bliss of an espresso shot that you made yourself, you know that clean up can put a damper on your pleasure. You don’t want to empty out your portafilter directly into your trash bin. Aside from the fact that is darn messy, that crouching or bending can’t be good…

    The Best Espresso Knock Boxes for Home Baristas
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  • Have you ever been to Italy or just an Italian restaurant and thought to yourself, “Gee, I wonder if I am drinking my espresso the right way?” If you are wondering how to drink espresso like a true Italian, I am here to help you out! You see, the first time I went to Italy,…

    How to Drink Espresso: The Proper Italian Way
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  • There are a few activities that send us to our happy place, and for me, it’s a good cup of coffee. But it needs to be brewed right to taste right. With all the ways to brew coffee, the percolator vs French debate may come up. As someone who owns both a coffee percolator and…

    Percolator vs French Press: Which Brewing Method Is for You?
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  • In today’s article, I will tell you everything you need to know about Chemex vs French press. These two coffee makers have been used for years and will continue to be used because they are convenient, affordable, and they allow you to be involved in the brewing process. If you have never tried out either…

    Chemex vs French Press: Which One Should You Get?
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  • If you’re weighing your options regarding a French press vs a Keurig — this article can help you tip the scales in one way or another. It really boils down to taste, capacity, brew time, convenience, and cost. Each coffee brewer has areas where it shines more than the other, so the question of which…

    French Press vs Keurig: Can You Taste the Difference?
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