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Recently several members have reported too good to be true prices on espresso equipment. The sites I've seen looked like a generic e-commerce package and they sold a range of equipment from consumer espresso machines for a few hundred dollars to multiple-group espresso machines...
Which espresso machine should I buy? What's the best coffee grinder? I have a budget of $500, what is the best espresso machine? This post summarizes my advice in question/answer format.
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Q. There are so many choices of espresso equipment. What general advice to you...
Looking for a grinder that will produce extra-fine grind for my La Pavoni. After searching through google its surprising how many brands don't offer how fine their highest settings go and I was wondering if anyone could part with some wisdom before I part with some...
Hi everyone - first time posting on what looks to be a great community. I'm currently mulling over the end game grinder question. I've been addicted to this home filter brewing stuff for long enough now that I think it's time.
I've read through the threads here and elsewhere....
I would like recommendations for a first espresso machine that will lesson the learning curve as much as possible. ***That does not necessarily mean I want a pushbutton machine***
Budget is $2,000, but would rather spend less, if this hobby is short-lived because it's too...
Did some searching and couldn't find any recommendations on here about which smart plug, but a lot of people saying to use them. So what are you using to turn on your machine and which ones have you used and which ones just plain did not work?
I've been using a Gaggia Classic, with a PID, for about twenty years now (2002 model, I believe) and I'm finally thinking about upgrading, so I've come for advice.
I only make 2 - 3 espressos a day, one of which is usually a milk drink (I have to admit that I like making...
I have had for several years a Baratza Vario which has served me well but I would like to upgrade. I'm considering the Eureka 75E (flat) or the Eureka KRE (conical). I have no experience with conical grinders, so perhaps the novelty of something new is influencing me. I am not a...
