That is really cool. Great job!

Since my machine has two spouts, my cup just has to be wide enough for both spouts to hit the cup. I hate to spill any. Those tiny cute espresso cups, just don't cut it for me. Also, if you are from South Florida, you will find that most espresso is served in clear plastic throw away shot

This early in my home barista career, I really have only two variables; grind and tamp pressure. My ancient grinder doesn't grind fine enough for espresso, so I purchase pre ground. Tamp too light and the lever does nothing...tamp too much and it feels that the lever will snap off, so tamp pressure ...

A little elaborate for tamping but it balances out and works quite well. The shop has many uses though. I even made a portafilter for an old Atomic. I guess now, I will make my own lever machine

I am in South Florida and just purchased my first lever machine. A broken La Pavoni Europiccola on Ebay for $50.00. Got it home, cleaned it and was making coffee the same day. It was taking really long to heat up and didn't make much steam, so I figured it was the element as the previous owner

I have always used a stove top Atomic, but wanted a La Pavoni for years. I picked one up on Ebay that needed a little repair and now I am well on my way to making good tasting, but not quite perfect espresso. I have always used a vintage (circa 1930) grinder and found that the extra fine