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Nerd Out - Coffee Brewing Guides & Barista Tips

Broken Breville Diffuser Plate
58mmMay 21, 2026
Breville Oracle & Dual Boiler Diffuser Plate: Why It Cracks (And What to Do About It)

If you own a Breville Oracle or Dual Boiler and your shots have started tasting inconsistent — bitter, sour, or just harder to dial in than they used to be — there's a good chance your diffuser pla...

Ddelonghi La Specialist Coffee Machine
51mmApr 23, 2026
De'Longhi La Specialista Upgrades: The Accessories Worth Getting

The La Specialista does a lot out of the box - but a few smart 51mm upgrades take it from good to genuinely dialled in. Here's what's worth adding, in order of impact, and which ones matter for you...

Breville diffuser plate
Barista TipsMar 10, 2026
Why You Should Replace the Plastic Diffuser Plate on Your Breville or Sage 58mm Machine

If you own a Breville Oracle, Dual Boiler, Oracle Touch, or Oracle Dual Boiler — or their Sage equivalents in the UK — there's a small plastic part inside your grouphead that's quietly working agai...

De'Longhi Dedica
51mmMar 9, 2026
De'Longhi Dedica Upgrade Guide: The Best Accessories & Mods for Better Espresso

The De'Longhi Dedica is one of Australia's most popular home espresso machines — compact, affordable, and capable of genuinely good espresso once you know what it needs. Out of the box it's decent....

Coffee Accessories
Barista TipsFeb 27, 2026
The Complete Home Barista Setup Guide (2026): Equipment, Accessories & Where to Start

Everything you need to set up a home espresso bar in 2026. Covers machines, must-have accessories, budget guides and what to buy first. Australian guide.

Bottomless portafilter extraction
Barista TipsNov 10, 2025
What to Expect When Buying a Bottomless Portafilter

Buying a bottomless (naked) portafilter? Learn what to expect, why you might see spurting or erratic flow, what the visual cues mean, and how to fix common issues like channeling, seal problems or ...

Pouring milk into coffee
Barista TipsAug 26, 2025
How to Get the Perfect Milk Texture When Steaming Milk at Home

Learn how to steam milk at home like a pro barista. Discover the perfect milk texture for lattes and cappuccinos with step-by-step tips, steaming techniques, and the right tools.

Bottomless portafitler
Barista TipsAug 26, 2025
Buying A Coffee Machine For Home? 58mm vs 54mm Portafilters: Which Size Do You Need?

Confused between a 58mm and 54mm machine and portafilter? Discover the key differences, which machines use each size, and how to choose the perfect fit for your espresso setup.

Bottomless portafilter
Barista TipsAug 26, 2025
Improve Your Coffee At Home With A Bottomless Portafilter

Discover why bottomless portafilters are the ultimate upgrade for home baristas. Learn how they improve espresso extraction, boost flavour, and level up your coffee skills.