Last week I received an email from the lovely Barbra at De'longhi asking if we'd like to come down to London to see their brilliant new collection of coffee makers. Well known for their stylish small appliances, this was an opportunity I couldn't pass up! With an impressive seven new machines, De'longhi has created espresso machines for every ability. Whether you want to impress your guests with your barista skills or simply must have a cappuccino to start your morning, De'longhi have a machine for you.
As you enter the room it's clear to see how proud De'longhi are of their new collection, each machine stands on it's own pedestal. Among them is the new EC850 the first bar-pump coffee machine to feature a one touch cappuccino & caffe latte function. Their patented system has an easy to access milk reservoir that make cleaning quick and easy. So you get all the glamour with none of the effort (available from August at Amazon UK for £299.99 RRP)
There are also four new bean-to-cup machines, with sleek masculine designs these machines are for serious coffee connoisseurs. The Magnifica ESAM 4.350.S is perfect for those who want both control and convenience. Featuring the patented De'longhi milk carafe, this machine offers personalisation so you get exactly the coffee you wanted. Simply experiment with each of the settings until you find your deam coffee, then use the memory function to ensure you receive that same brilliant taste every time. (Will be available from Amazon UK for £699.99 RRP)
One of my favourites was the cute EC250B bar-pump espresso machine. It's small footprint is perfect for tiny kitchens, while still offering a full range of features. I love that the retro styling offers a touch of personality, yet still complements everything from traditional to contemporary kitchen décor. Suitable for use with fresh grounds or the ESE pods, the EC250B lets you create coffee shop quality drinks in your own home. (Will be available from Amazon UK for £119.99 RRP)
I also like the sleek geometric stylings of the De'loghi EC820. Sibling to the EC850 above, this model offers all the glamour but you'll have to froth your own milk. I love the contrast between the glossy black finish and the gleaming steel controls. It's a dramatic effect that creates a sense of industrial sophistication. Both of the EC800 machines also boast an energy saving function, which helps you save money and the environment. (Will be available from Amazon UK for £229.99 RRP.)
Now if you're really desperate for a coffee maker and can't wait just a few months for one of these fabulous new machines to be released, then we have one more treat in store for you. As I was leaving the event, De'longhi were generous enough to give us one of their gorgeous Icona Coffee Makers. With trendy retro styling available in a range of brilliant colours, the Icona definitely makes a kitchen statement. I couldn't resist the lovely aubergine which embraces a subtle sophistication. The clever three button control panel is surprisingly intuitive, though we did find the small pictorial manual a bit confusing at first. But from opening the box it's just minutes till you'll be brewing your first delicious coffee. If you're fond of milky coffees we also recommend you also by a Metal Milk Frothing Jug like this one from Dualit (£9.95 from John Lewis). We forget and made quite a mess when making the cappiccinos. Suitable for use with fresh grounds or the convenient ESE pods, the De'longhi Icona is available in Scarlet Red, Azure Blue, Pearl White, Onyx Black and Aubergine from Amazon UK.
Scarlet Red De'longhi Icona Espresso Machine - £116.00
Azure Blue De'longhi Icona Espresso Machine - £114.00
White Pearl De'longhi Icona Espresso Machine - £156.98
Onxy Black De'longhi Icona Espresso Machine - £145.49
Aubergine De'longhi Icona Espresso Machine - £142.60
