How do folks handle getting subpar drinks in cafes? Since I got my Decent DE1 and got to where I can make pretty good espresso with it, I'm more likely to get a plain espresso at nicer cafes just to compare and see how I'm doing. But sometimes (sadly, probably more often than...

Good evening everyone!
I would like to buy the new Profitec Drive in a German online shop. I saw that Stoll Espresso also ships to Italy. In your opinion is it a reliable shop? I would like to have some feedback from you. Thank you in advance for your time!

This is the companion to the Philos review thread . Please posts your thoughts here.

It's worth starting a discussion over. I haven't bought a brewing device in probably 5 or 6 years. but I just ordered this.

Does anyone know about the recent upgrade to ECM and Profitec PIDs? The PID apparently has a fast (faster?) heat-up mode, like one used on the Profitec Go.

Can anyone confirm this as I have not been able to see any announcements by the manufacturer? Is the upgrade available...

I'm trying to perfect my 7g traditional Italian pull. Would love any tips for those who have mastered it!

Basics:
- 7g VST / LM basket
- Linea Mini R
- Pico
- Medium Roast
- 41mm tamper
- 41mm tamper funnel

What I've tried so far:
- Dosing 7-8.5g, 20g out consistent
-...

I get Aeropress but, on the road that doesn't generally do it for me. I don't do the ~$8 Starbucks thing either with any frequency but, occasionally hit Tim Hortons and similar shops when traveling in big cities to try the local style! I'm more into cowboy or French Press coffee...

Odyssey Espresso Argos finally arrived!

I'll write more as I get used to the new machine but initial impression is even better than hoped! This has been an almost 2 year wait (August '21). Fit and finish are top notch. Very well thought out. Pleasantly surprised as I was...

I currently have a Cremina and I use the one hole steam tip with some success. I found that with the right milk pitcher It can make all the difference but even then it is not easy to get consistent results. Sometimes it makes the perfect micro foam and other times it is globs of...

Hi, I am getting spritzers every 2nd cup and the occasional fast pour despite my best efforts. My setup is Lelit Mara, Timecore 087s grinder, bottomless PF, 18-21g triple basket dosed to 18g (basket states it's a 18-21g). My goal is 27g's in 22-25 seconds starting point on a...