Review NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine

NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine
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The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.
NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine :
4.77 out of 5 based on 51 reviews.
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The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine creates professional, quality beverages in the comfort of your home.

The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine review is targeted to coffee drinkers who enjoy one or more coffees at home each day. We can’t wait to see what the review team thinks of the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® coffee machine.

Creating professional quality beverages at home has never been easier with the automatic, ultra-compact NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine. If you’re looking for the ultimate coffee machine without taking up lots of counter space, look no further. There’s advanced features, a sleek design and a coffeeshop menu available at the touch of a finger.

Customise your drink with ease.

The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® machine has been intuitively designed to perfectly meet your needs, and you can now customise your drink by selecting the level of intensity, with the machine’s espresso boost feature. From warm to very hot, just select the right temperature and size for your cup, and you’re good to go.

Go big on the go.

On top of creating professional quality coffees at home with a thick velvety crema, thanks to the machine’s high pressure system (up to 15 bars), you have the freedom to go big, and with the XL option available, you can take more with you when you’re on the go.

The integrated alert system ensures you will receive a perfect coffee experience each time, while the 0.8L removable water tank makes the machine easy to clean. Just slide in the hermetically sealed capsules (which preserve coffee freshness), touch the button and enjoy an enticing aromatic experience each and every time.

There’s a range of delicious flavours available.

NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine Review
With a NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine, you can enjoy a simple Flat White, an aromatic Americano, or even a Caramel Macchiato, plus there’s so many more aromatic flavours you can try.

Where can I buy the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine?

The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is available at NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto®, Big W and Amazon.

More about this review.

As part of the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine review, selected members will try the following coffees with their machine.

Starbucks® by NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Caramel Macchiato

NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Americano Rich Aroma

NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Flat White

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Published 30th March 2023

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  • Surprised at how good an automatic coffee machine can taste!

    I wondered how this little machine could give me a flat white without any milk, I was surprised it didn’t taste like fake creama milk but legitimately tasted like a flat white, and it takes up little counter space, very impressed

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Small but mighty

    For a small and compact machine, the NESCAFE Dolce Gusto ticks all the boxes and packs a mean punch in the coffee department. It is so easy to use, there is a wide variety of pods available and the machine creates the perfect coffee every time. The price point of the machine is excellent and for the quality of the parts and ease of operation, it is so worth it.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Such a superb design and so easy to use!

    We have recently been lucky enough to trial the Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch and we are so impressed by it’s ease of use and functions.

    It fits neatly on our bench top and blends in nicely with it’s beautiful sleek and compact design.

    It’s simple for all to use and you get the type of quality coffee you desire at just the touch of a button.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • My coffee my way!

    I love that I can choose my temperature, my size and my fav coffee so easily with just a push of a button! I’m in love!

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Highly recommend this coffee machine.

    This machine is fantastic, love the features of it and how easy it is to use.
    Makes the perfect cup of coffee each time.
    Love the touch screen too.

    The look is very suffocating too, perfect for my luxurious kitchen.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Yummy coffee in seconds

    Love how quick and easy and all having a delicious selection on hand. I feel I have my own personal coffee shop????

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Best coffee machine

    Best coffee machine I have ever used.
    Great taste coffee at the touch button.
    I love the design it take less space on the counter. I can change the setting and adjust volume, temperature, and intensity of beverages and can enjoy almost 30 coffee styles.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • My New Bestie!

    I’ve been using my new coffee machine that was sent over for review and I never thought making delicious quality coffee at home can be this easy! The NESCAFÉ® @dolcegustoanz Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is so handy for a mama like me with a clingy bub. With just a few touch, I get to enjoy coffee how I like it. Also allows me to make my perfect cup of coffee by customising intensity level, temperature and size of cup. It even looks great in my kitchen without taking up much space. This is really so convenient! I usually run out of fresh milk at home and don’t stock up on UHT milk, now I don’t have to stress because Dolce Gusto has white coffee capsules available such as my fave Flat White.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • The most easy to use coffee machine!!

    I absolutely love this Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machine. I’m so thrilled that I received the opportunity to try it out. I was thinking about purchasing this ever machine and I received this one. It’s the easiest coffee machine I’ve ever used. Minimal maintenance, no messy coffee grounds everywhere. I love the variety of capsules available as well. My family loves a classic flat white coffee and they were so thrilled that Nescafe has a flatwhite capsule. I would highly recommend this coffee machine for anyone that looks for a good cup of coffee, an easy to use machine and less clean up. Amazing!!

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • But first, coffee!

    The Nescafé Dulce Gusto is my first hello in the morning. It is incredibly easy to use and makes you a 5 star coffee in less than a minute. The custom technology is my favourite feature- I have my personal settings and my Husband has his. There are capsules for every kind of coffee you could ask for. It’s hard to believe this small, quiet machine can do what an entire coffee shop does and better!

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Its so cool

    The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is simple to use, versatile and the best part is the sleek compact size. It def looks stunning on my kitchen counter.
    I’m really happy as its convenient for me to have my coffee now anytime.
    I find it amazing that I can brew up a yummy cafe-style latte at home and handy for busy days! The capsules make for easy use and brewing. All I do is pick a flavour and coffee type I’m in the mood for, pop it into the machine, select the temperature I want it at and select the water volume, and then voila! The ideal water amount is indicated on the pod boxes and I love a sweet coffee so the caramel macchiato is my favourite.
    Convenience at your fingertips and in seconds with ease while using a great range of flavoured pods.
    if you want to make great coffees without being a barista.I would absolutely recommend this machine! This would also make a great EID PRESENT for a coffee lover so make sure to check.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Stylish Coffee

    I have been using the Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch for a few days and have fallen in love with it. The machine was easy to set up, it is compact and looks great on the counter. It is very quick and quiet, perfect for an early morning caffeine hit and I love the variety of flavours available.
    The coffee itself tastes delicious and the pods are available at Coles which is where I do my groceries.
    I am loving using the Dolce Gusto and wish that I had one sooner.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • New favourite appliance

    Absolutely loved this machine. It was so easy to use and made a perfect coffee everytime. The machine itself is a great compact size so it doesn’t take up much room in the kitchen which is a big plus. It is perfect for that coffee fix and great when entertaining (I had 6 people over and everyone got a fancy delicious coffee) it was a hit. So happy with this new addition to my kitchen.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Great, compact & simple coffee machine!

    This is a great machine if you don’t have alot of bench space, but want to have more than just instant coffee. The water jug can hold enough water for about 3 coffees. I love how easy it is to make, and has simple instructions on each of the pods to help you make it along the way. When following the instructions, it doesn’t make the coffees as large as I would usually like them. But overall I think it’s a great machine, especially if I don’t have alot of time, I can just push a button & it makes my coffee without having to do anything else! I love that there are a range of different pods to suit everyones taste & that you can either make your coffee hot or cold!

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Fantastic cafe style coffee at home in under 60 seconds!

    The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is so simple to use, versatile and is a great and compact coffee maker overall.

    I’m really happy and satisfied with its quality, quietness to function and its key features such as temperature control and the espresso shot booster. I find that I can brew up a yummy cafe-style latte at home in under 60 seconds, which is so handy and helpful for this on-the-go mumma!

    The capsules make for easy use and brewing – I simply pick the flavour and coffee type I’m in the mood for, pop it into the machine, select the temperature I want it at and select the water volume, and then voila! … I have a perfect cup of tasty, delicious, caffeinated coffee in my hands that knocks other instant coffee to the curb!

    It’s also not loud to function which is great for my sleeping baby who wakes easily. I would absolutely recommend this machine to others.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Cafe' style coffee at home

    My family thought I brought the coffees from a fancy cafe’
    But NOPE l ….with the Nescafe dolce gusto genio s touch automatic home coffee machine i made them all myself
    Convenience at your fingertips and in seconds with ease while using a great range of flavoured pods
    The water canister holding capacity of 4 to 5 cups is great for larger gatherings
    With its sleek compact and space saving desgn its a dream for any coffee lover

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Great machine

    Easy to use, makes it very easy to make a cup of coffee nice and hot.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Great coffee!

    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • So easy to make a great coffee!

    The Nescafe Dolce Gusto Genio S Touch coffee machine is so simple to use! Add water to the tank at the back of the machine, lift the front and pull out the pod holder to insert the coffee pod.

    You can adjust the amount of water and temperature using the touch screen on the top. It’s quite intuitive to use.

    I never use milk with my other coffee machine because I find it such a hassle to use the separate steamer. Depending on the flavour, the Dolce Gusto pods already have milk powder so you don’t need to have fresh milk on hand. So convenient!

    The ideal water amount is indicated on the pod boxes and I love a sweet coffee so the caramel macchiato was my favourite. You combine two pods for that one – the creamer/milk and the coffee.

    This machine is a great option if you want to make great coffees without being a barista.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Just like from a Cafe

    Love this machine! And it’s so super easy to use! I was a little worried it would be hard to use but I thought instead of winging it I’ll read the intrusions as scary as I thought they would be but nope even the instructions were super easy to follow and made it so much more fun to set up and use! Love the fact I can control the temp of my coffee and the size! I love hot large coffee so I was super pumped to know it goes all the way upto XL! And with such a sleek look it fits right in with my appliances.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.

  • Love my new machine

    Upon opening the box I instantly loved the sleek modern design of the Nescafe Dolce Gusto s touch automic coffee machine. Its a fantastic size so it doesn’t take up too much bench space and over crowd my kitchen tops.
    I love that I can control the temperature and make myself a hot warm or cold beverage.
    Its so easy to use and easy to clean. Couldn’t ask for a better coffee pod machine for my home.

    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine is easy to use and convenient.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine lets me make the coffee I want, the way I want it.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine offers a good variety of high-quality coffees.
    The NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine makes coffee that I am proud to offer to others.
    I would recommend the NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Genio S Touch Automatic Coffee Machine to my friends and family.
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Article Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons with family and friends gathered around a table of delicious finger-food during my childhood – the adults chatting and laughing, the kids pretending they understood the jokes. My parents had continued their Mediterranean traditions long after settling in Australia – and the simple joy of an effortlessly elegant gathering was one of my favourites.

What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

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