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Buzz

It’s coffee time.

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a thank me for my participation.

chococino
The dog is barking, Mr. S just asked what’s for dinner, I have five posts due TODAY, and I’m melting down. I need a treat. Why is it that something that tastes good calms me right down?

  • Chococino
  • Caramel Latte
  • Mocha
  • Cappuccino
  • Caffe Lungo (AKA: Café Allongé in France)

dolce gusto Collage

A little cup of luxury during my day just takes the edge off, but you’ll be shocked to learn that until recently, I had  no way to make my favorite espresso drinks…that is until I was asked to review the Dolce Gusto Genio that sits on my counter, armed and ready for my meltdowns.

Something special for my guests

It’s the holidays and winter, and we all know what THAT means. It means everyone that I ever met wants to escape the cold New England weather and show up at the door of the mansion for a little Florida sunshine. Double meltdown!

Luckily, I have a spare room and I’m ready to greet them, cup in hand after their journey.

 NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto is the only coffee machine that truly delivers delicious, coffee house quality creations every time with patented smart capsule technology delivering up to 15 bars of professional pressure and espresso technology.

Having retired from the coffee business, I know that 15 bars of pressure is an amazing feat at this price. The average espresso machine offers 8-10 bars, and the higher the bar of pressure, the more intense the flavor. I’ve sold a LOT of espresso machines in my day, and for this type of pressure, you’d normally have to shell out at least $500, but the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto retails at a FRACTION of that at under $130!

If you find yourself calling out drinks in the right order, love to stump the barista with your knowledge, or they’ve dedicated a table to you (plaque and all) at your neighborhood espresso shop, it’s time to BRING IT HOME with this great little De’Longhi that brews over 17 different beverages, with a REAL crema, layering of dairy, and a froth that looks like it came from the LaMarzocca at “the bucks.” You simply pop in the coffee capsule and adjust the bars on the machine that coordinate with those listed on each capsule.

It’s as simple as that

Want to know MORE? Simply head to the Dolce-Gusto website for all of the details.

I’m letting you in on my secret recipe!

I’m going to tell you my SECRET recipe for a homemade frozen Espresso-Fra-pa-you-know-what (since the name is trademarked), like the ones I used to serve my customers.

The REAL version uses double strength Italian Roast coffee as a base. I substitute with espresso, since it is from the same bean, and just as sweet (the roast is slightly different, but you’ll never know the difference).

Zippy’s Frap-a-you-know-what

  1. Brew 2 capsules of Nescafé Dolce Gusto Espresso
  2. ¾ C. low fat milk (yes, that’s JUST what they use).
  3. 3 TBL sugar (or more – to taste)
  4. 2 C ice cubes
  5. Toss into your blender & let is whrrrrr
  6. Pour into a tall glass
  7. Garnish with whipped cream & chocolate shavings

SALE ALERT!

Save 20% off a Dolce Gusto Coffee Maker with the code: GustoGift!  at Dolce-Gusto

Win a Dolce Gusto Genio

We’re giving one away for our New Year’s Celebration here at the mansion and it’s EASY to enter.

WINNER – Cayce K 


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About Zipporah Sandler

Zipporah Sandler AKA Zippy is a lifestyle and travel specialist who after living everywhere from Providence to Paris found herself suddenly residing in South Florida (something she swore she’d never do).

Whether it be San Pellegrino water or Louis Roderer Cristal, Zippy suggests that you keep your life sparkling and your glass full.

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Comments

  1. Jerrilynn Atherton says

    December 20, 2013 at 5:37 pm

    I would love to try the Cafe Grande Intenso!! The darker the better!!

  2. Nina Say says

    December 20, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    Caramel Latte Macchiato!

  3. Cayce Kenney says

    December 20, 2013 at 8:33 pm

    Chococino

  4. Cheryl Ray says

    December 21, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    Would love to try the Chococino

  5. Kathy Stuit says

    December 21, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    Oh thats easy, Caramel Latte! Love caramel!!!

  6. linda w. says

    December 21, 2013 at 6:46 pm

    Caramel latte!

  7. Laura Lanza says

    December 21, 2013 at 7:39 pm

    Caramel Latte Macchiato sounds great.

  8. Nina Mustang says

    December 21, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    i just got in on this.i hope i win.

  9. Sue S. says

    December 21, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    I would love to try the Chococino. Or really any of the others too!

  10. Janette says

    December 21, 2013 at 8:01 pm

    I’d love to try the cappuccino.

  11. Patricia Dugan says

    December 21, 2013 at 8:03 pm

    The mocha would be my favorite, although I would serve it over ice.

  12. Lisa Kerr says

    December 21, 2013 at 8:19 pm

    I would love to try the Peached Iced-Tea! There are so many delicious looking flavors!!

  13. Susan A says

    December 21, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    I’d love to try them all, but mocha’s my favorite

  14. Jasmine P says

    December 21, 2013 at 9:41 pm

    I want to try the VANILLA LATTE MACCHIATO! YUM!

  15. Linda Szymoniak says

    December 21, 2013 at 9:56 pm

    I’m most interested in trying the Chococino flavor.

  16. Roger Kaikko says

    December 21, 2013 at 10:08 pm

    Would love to win

  17. Jonathon says

    December 21, 2013 at 10:11 pm

    Um after reviewing the website I’ve already stopped by my local Coffee Shop and had a triple espresso and can’t sit still. Now this would be a perfect addition to my morning life 😀 anyways I really didn’t see anything on the site that I didn’t or don’t think I would like. But with that being said It makes it really difficult to pick a favorite 😀

  18. Kathy P. says

    December 21, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    I’d love to try the Vanilla Latte Macchiato!

  19. Pam O says

    December 21, 2013 at 11:26 pm

    I would like to try the CARAMEL LATTE MACCHIATO first

  20. Margaret McRae Davis says

    December 21, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    CARAMEL LATTE MACCHIATO sounds soooo good!

  21. Janice Santillo says

    December 21, 2013 at 11:45 pm

    caramel latte machiatto

  22. Lois Sturino says

    December 22, 2013 at 12:53 am

    This would be perfect for my family! Love coffee and the darker, the better.

  23. Jennifer T says

    December 22, 2013 at 12:58 am

    I’d like to try the Caramel Latte Macchiato

  24. Clara says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:15 am

    I would love to try CARAMEL LATTE MACCHIATO!!

  25. Tina Truex says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:22 am

    I would love to try the vanilla latte machiotto

  26. Ms Gretchen Ann Luper says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:53 am

    Mocha is always my favorite. A mocha latte sounds wonderful right now.

  27. Jennifer Rogers says

    December 22, 2013 at 3:06 am

    The Nestle espresso or Morning Blend!

  28. AB says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:43 am

    Looks like something I would love to try!

  29. AB says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:43 am

    Darker the better

  30. Tom Bellamy says

    December 22, 2013 at 8:18 am

    I’d like to try the Chococino.

  31. dale bartlett says

    December 22, 2013 at 9:34 am

    I;d like to try them all

  32. robin scott says

    December 22, 2013 at 10:04 am

    I would like to try the carmel machiotto.

  33. Debbie says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:47 pm

    Caramel Latte

  34. Cynthia Matz-Smith says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    Latte Macchiato

  35. Lisbeth says

    December 22, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    COffee — it’s what’s for breakfast . . . and lunch . . . and dinner . . . and in between.

  36. David Smith says

    December 22, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    I’d like the Mocha 1st, then try all of the rest

  37. John Falk says

    December 22, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    I think this would be a really terrick win

  38. PCrull says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    Chococino

  39. Andrina G says

    December 23, 2013 at 12:00 am

    I want to try the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® PEACH ICED TEA.

  40. JD Hoppe says

    December 23, 2013 at 12:33 am

    caramel latte macchiato

  41. annie says

    December 23, 2013 at 12:39 am

    chocochino

  42. AB says

    December 23, 2013 at 6:26 am

    Chocochino sounds awesome

  43. Kenneth Biggs says

    December 23, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    I LOVE THE TASTE OF THE MOCHA FLAVORED COFFEES!

  44. Eloise C says

    December 24, 2013 at 10:02 am

    I would love to try the Caramel Latte Macchiato..sounds delicious! Thanks so much for hosting this giveaway!

    furygirl3132[at]comcast[dot]net

  45. Karen says

    December 24, 2013 at 11:41 am

    Caramel Macchiato is probably the one I’d most want to try

  46. Kymberly Pray says

    December 24, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    I love all things caramel, so the CARAMEL LATTE MACCHIATO would be the first one I would try.
    I usually drink black coffee, nothing fancy-schmancy, but these machines make the process easier than brewing a pot of regular Joe.

  47. Sherry Ann says

    December 24, 2013 at 6:38 pm

    Carmel Macchiato is my champagne in the morning!

  48. sharon bugar says

    December 25, 2013 at 10:34 am

    I love anything with chocolate or caramel. I would really like to try the caramel Macchiato. I am tired of just drinking black coffee.

  49. Lisbeth says

    December 25, 2013 at 1:23 pm

    Coffee of any kind will do, thank you.

  50. jeri boss says

    December 26, 2013 at 1:49 am

    any i like all flavors

  51. dale bartlett says

    December 26, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    Would like to give it a tr.Thanks

  52. john says

    December 26, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    I like a good old traditional CAPPUCCHINO

  53. vicky says

    December 26, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    anything that is a macchiato

  54. Dawn Pruitt says

    December 26, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    I would like a Cappucchino!!

  55. Deb K says

    December 26, 2013 at 7:46 pm

    Caramel Latte Macchiato is my choice.

  56. Kelly McGrew says

    December 26, 2013 at 8:33 pm

    the peach iced tea or chai tea latte! thanks!

  57. Sandra Yarbrough says

    December 27, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    any thing mocha

  58. Daniel M says

    December 27, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    the morning blend

  59. Rose Flemings says

    December 27, 2013 at 9:35 pm

    Caramel Latte

  60. Mary Fortuner says

    December 28, 2013 at 12:47 am

    I’d love to try them all!

  61. Rachel Ferrucci says

    December 28, 2013 at 12:06 pm

    easy- Latte Macchiato

  62. Gary Goaziou says

    December 28, 2013 at 12:21 pm

    great contests hope to win.

  63. Elaine Cain says

    December 28, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    I want it!

  64. carla fellers says

    December 28, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    I like any kind of coffee

  65. Eyshon salahuddin says

    December 29, 2013 at 1:34 am

    I would love to try peach tea. Yum

  66. Beth F says

    December 29, 2013 at 9:19 am

    I would so love to have this to keep on my desk at work to help me get through the day! Some of th other teachers I share an office with can enjoy it as well, and believe me…. As high school teachers, we NEED our caffeine to help us get through the day! Thanks!

  67. Me says

    December 29, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    Love to try this..Love flavored coffee.Keep me working all day and some nights.

  68. tamra gibson says

    December 29, 2013 at 11:13 pm

    NO doubt or questions Caramel Macchiato. They have a lot of good drink but this would be mine

  69. dale bartlett says

    December 30, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    I WILL TRY ANY THING ONCE

  70. Liza @ Views From the 'Ville says

    December 30, 2013 at 8:50 pm

    I most want to try the Chococino!

  71. Cristi says

    December 30, 2013 at 10:16 pm

    I would like to try the Caramel Latte Macchiato.

  72. AB says

    December 31, 2013 at 6:11 am

    Caramel Latte would definately be my choice

  73. barb Myers says

    December 31, 2013 at 3:41 pm

    love to win

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