La Pavoni EPBB-8 cup Europiccola

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The La Pavoni Europiccola EPBB-8 Lever espresso machine is a world class unit, featuring a superbly polished triple-plated chrome finish with black base and a highly efficient design that dates back to 1961. This fine piston operated espresso maker incorporates modern technology and is built to last many years. Now comes with a full instructional interactive DVD to take you through every step of the La Pavoni's operation including startup, professional tips, drink preparation and even maintenance.

The la Pavoni Europiccola is one of the most popular and most recognized espresso machines on the market today updated with the new Millenium 52mm piston group and portafilter handle. Each machine is designed to last years and provides excellent espresso with each pull of the lever. In our experience, the la Pavoni lever machines probably provide the most maintenance-free espresso maker that is available today. They also have an easy learning curve and are fun to use. One often overlooked feature is that the operator (you) usually derives much more satisfaction in preparing an espresso than just "pushing a button" on those "other" machines.

The Europiccola uses the traditional wand with 3-hole frothing tip. An often overlooked benefit with the lever machines is that steam is always immediately available, with no waiting as on regular pump machines! In effect, the lever works like a dual boiler system.

To brew espresso, one raises the lever handle which lifts the piston which in turn allows pressurized boiler water to fill the piston cylinder and come into contact with the espresso grounds. Varying this "pre-infusion time" before lowering the lever allows customization of the espresso shot to suit the espresso beans being used! Slowly lowering the lever then forces the water through the espresso grounds. Up to 5 espressos can be realistically made at one time on the Europiccola series. The design incorporates the best of modern technology such as a nickel plated non-corrosive brass boiler, long life stainless element and a reset safety thermostat. Triple plated for years of beauty and tested to meet the standards that have kept la Pavoni the #1 name in the industry.

• New 52mm Millennium group piston and portafilter (takes a 51mm tamper)
• 0.8 liter (20 oz.) boiler capacity, capable of 8 - 1-1/2 oz. cups of espresso
• Dual milk frothing systems: "Cappuccinatore" and traditional steam wand (easily create hot lattes and foamy cappuccinos)
• Safety valve on top of the boiler vents off excess pressure and acts as an anti-syphon valve since it sucks in air during cool down to prevent any milk from being sucked into the boiler
• Easily viable water level sight glass
• Internal thermostat monitors brewing temperature with reset thermostat
• Makes one or two cups at a time
• No delay between steaming and  brewing
• Long life stainless steel heating elements
• ETL listed, nickel-plated, solid brass boiler
• Demonstration video included
• North American specific instruction manual
• Easy to clean and maintain