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If you are looking to get your hands on a must-have single-serve coffee machine that stands above the competition by using espresso technology, the search should end with the Nescafe Dolce Gusto Piccolo, capable of whipping up 14 hot and cold beverages, including gourmet cappuccinos, lattes, and even peach ice tea in mere seconds. There even is a hot chocolate option--especially a hit among the kids since winter is still here (and those impending early days of spring are none too warm, either).

Available in red, black, and titanium, The Piccolo ($99.00) can be found at retailers nationwide and at www.dolce-gusto.us.

As an extra treat, try using one of the 25 flavor...