ALESSI - Cafeteira Ossidiana M

I was a bit skeptical about the price, but the way the espresso machine sits on the counter is a piece of art. The narrative quality Mario Trimarchi talks about really comes through when you see the smooth, dark silhouette every morning.

The matte black finish on the body feels much more premium than the photos suggest, and the rounded silhouette actually fits nicely under my kitchen cabinet. It pulls a rich shot with a smooth crema, though I’m still getting used to the manual lever’s slight resistance. Honestly, it’s become the mos

The way the lever moves is so satisfying — it feels solid and precise, not cheap at all. The machine itself is compact enough to fit under my low cabinets, yet it makes a proper espresso.