Multi Cup Coffee Machines Versus Individual Cup Coffee Machines

If you have been trying to decide whether to purchase a single cup coffee machine or a multi cup model, it helps to know about each of them and their own benefits/drawbacks. If you like to have a lot of coffee ready to drink you will certainly want to direct your attention to the multi cup models. The single cup coffee machines are better if you like to get your coffee more quickly. Even though multi cup machines can produce great coffee, it does take longer to make simply because there is more of it. Typically you wait around 1-3 minutes more when using a multiple cup machine. To some this is not a major problem; however for others it will be a major inconvenience.

The size of single serve coffee machines is something which appeals if you are stuck in a small cubicle or dorm room for hours on end. You will be able to make just as much as you. Most of the individual cup models also come with a standard plastic cup with a filter inside that ensures freshness and cuts down on the amount of work you have to do when making coffee. There is also usually less mess to clean up with individual cup machines, simply because you won't have to deal with all the coffee grounds as with some multi cup machines. They are also usually easier to clean out, which adds to the convenience of the single serve machine.

With individual serve coffee machines, you will be able to try a variety of flavors, whereas with a multi cup machine you will have to finish the bag that you buy from the store. If you don't like a certain flavor with the single serve machine, you just toss it away after you make the one cup and move on to something else. One of the disadvantages to this however is that you usually end up paying more for the individual packets that you put into the machine. The fact that these individual serve machines use disposable packaging is environmentally unfriendly and wasteful, whereas with a multi cup machine you are re-using the same parts over and over.

The quality of the coffee you make depends on the specific machine you purchase. However on average individual cup models are better if you want truly gourmet coffee flavors. Another major benefit of using an individual serve machine is that the taste and flavor does not deteriorate as quickly as in some multi cup machines. There are a number of factors that must be considered when trying to get the absolute best coffee taste though, such as the brand name of the machine you purchase and the quality of the individual parts used to make it. Those who don't mind waiting a little bit longer for their coffee and want to spend a little bit less might want to think about getting a multi cup machine. There will always be those who want convenience over cost effectiveness though. Ultimately the machine you choose should suit your own specific needs so you can get the most out of what you spend.

To see what choices there are in single cup coffee machines visit http://www.procoffeemakers.com. One single cup coffee machine definitely worth considering is the Coffee Maker Senseo from Philips.

2010 FIFA World Cup Match Reviews - South Africa Versus Mexico

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After the gala opening ceremony at Soccer City Stadium, Johannesburg, Mexico kicked off against South Africa. "Bafana Bafana," although supported by over 80,000 spectators and playing on home turf, started as underdogs against the 2009 CONCACAF champions. South Africa played in their traditional yellow shirts, green shorts and yellow socks, while the Mexicans donned their new dark green kit. Just to avoid defeat would have been a good result for South Africa and they did just that, managing a 1-1 draw with Mexico after taking a surprise lead.

Ravshan Irmatov from Uzbekistan got the match underway, with Mexico taking the kick-off. The Mexicans started brightly, playing in their usual manner. They maintained possession of the ball, playing regular short passes to work on the patience of the South Africans. In the first few minutes, they tested the South African's defence with some good crosses outside of the penalty area.

South Africa settled after the opening ten minutes and was able to interrupt the smooth flow of the Mexicans, even though the CONCACAF champions dominated ball possession. South Africa managed to carve out a couple of good chances in the first half. However, at the end of the first half the game was goalless despite the chances created by either side.

In the second half, South Africa started more positively and there was more balance in the flow of play. The Mexicans played a higher defensive line as they searched for the opening goal. However, their high defensive line left them vulnerable to a counter-attack. In the 55th minute of the game, Siphiwe Tshabalala exploited this vulnerability with a defence-splitting run on a swift counter-attack that started just after the halfway line. His clinical strike at the end of that run beat goalkeeper Oscar Perez from the left side of the penalty area to hit the corner of the net; South Africa had a surprising 1-0 lead.

Bafana Bafana coach Alberto Parreira adopted a defensive posture at that point, using the counter-attack and getting several players behind the ball when Mexico was in possession. The Mexicans found it difficult to break through and coach Javier Aguirre sought to get inspiration by introducing veteran striker Cuatemoc Blanco in the latter stages of the match. Blanco struck took the corner that eventually resulted in a Mexican equalizer. In the 79th minute, defender Rafael Marquez controlled the ball just outside the goal area and placed his shot past Itumeleng Khune in goal to shake the onion bag.

While the Mexicans pressed for the winner, South Africa came close to victory from a counter-attack that was similar to Tshabalala's opening. This time, midfielder Katlego Mphela struck the upright after beating Oscar Perez. Mexico dominated possession 65% - 35% and had more shots on goal than the home side. However, that domination did not translate to victory. In the end, it was a far result for both teams in a match contested in the right spirit. The Uzbekistan referee did not have to make any controversial calls and he showed only four yellow cards - two to each side.

Both sides would require better defensive work and finishing while South Africa should be concerned about their ball possession. Nevertheless, this result ensured that Mexico and South Africa would have a chance of qualifying in their final group matches of Group A.

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