Krups Vivo

The Krups Vivo makes a smashing cup of espresso, but as for a Cappuccino the frother leaves a lot to be desired. I bought this machine after reading the positive write ups about it, but I think that I must be expecting too much. I am comparing this with the Cappuccino I buy from M & S Cafe Revive. There the froth stays right to the bottom of the coffee cup unlke mine. Help ...  Read the complete review

Milk is supposed to be good for the complexion, or so we are led to believe. After all Cleopatra bathed in asses milk and was said to be gorgeous. The thing is that I don't think she was trying to make a cup of coffee at the time. I wasn't very impressed by this machine. I bought it because I love Cappachino Coffee. There are much cheaper machines on the market and I could have got one for just £23 but I chose this one for £88, thinking it would be easier to use and with it havings the Krups brandname, I expected it to be hardwearing and efficient. The instructions aren't very clear at all. I'm not exactly stupid but I got myself in a ...  Read the complete review

If you are a coffee lover then this espresso maker from Krups is for you. I bought mine from Argos for £88.00 and it is worth every penny. I must admit it took me over an hour and a half to work out how to use the thing because the instructions were written for rocket scientists I think, but I eventually got there in the end. It dispenses into one or two cups depending on the filter that you use and is very easy to keep clean. I have tried a medium blend of ground coffee and it is very economical to use. The water container fits onto the back and holds up to a litre so you don’t have to keep topping it up every two minutes. ...  Read the complete review