The Delonghi Dedica Duo’s Espresso Puzzle
Consider this your morning briefing: If you’ve ever stared at a coffee machine, wondering why your espresso isn’t hitting its stride, you’re not alone. The DeLonghi Dedica Duo is a sleek, budget-friendly machine that promises precision, but mastering its output requires more than just a fresh roast. My journey with this machine—starting with pressurized baskets, then a bottomless portafilter—revealed a critical truth: espresso is a dance of variables, and one misstep can derail the whole performance. The grind size, for instance, is the unsung hero of this equation. I began with a Melitta Molino, assuming its fine setting (1) would…