It allows you to adjust start time, auto shut-off, the clock, coffee and water temperature, as well as water hardness.  Plus, there are five settings for coffee strength: extra-mild, mild, regular, strong and extra-strong.  Four buttons allow you to easily choose cup size: one or two short coffees or one or two long coffees.

The system includes a 27 oz. milk container, detachable lid for frothed milk for cappuccino or Italian macchiato or steamed milk for latte.  It will also produce hot milk without coffee.  The container features a unique automatic cleaning function with the easy push of a button. Plus, the entire container is detachable, so it can easily be placed in the refrigerator. All parts are dishwasher-safe. Place the cup under the nozzle and press the button. You’ll get a perfect results every time!  Amounts of frothed / steamed milk and coffee are adjustable.
 

Completely unique to De'Longhi, the long coffee function elongates the brewing process to replicate the taste of traditional drip coffee.   

The compact and patented Direct-to-Brew System with Thermoblock technology provides excellent heat distribution and it’s removable for easy cleaning. The beans are ground instantly to ensure the freshest espresso or coffee. 15 BARS of pressure.

Unique newly designed drip tray adjusts for the use of large latte cups.

Integrated burr grinder produces consistent, fresh and aromatic espresso or coffee.  Grind settings allow you to adjust the fineness for all types of beans.

You no longer have to fumble around in the morning for your favorite cup quantity and coffee strength.  The Gran Dama Avant  allows you to program two specific "My Coffee" selections into the machine's memory for quick and easy use.

No longer wait between espresso and steam.  The improved stainless steel piped aluminum boiler heats water faster and is more durable.
 

Warming plate on top of the machine preheats your cups for the best results.