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by barrrrista
November 29th, 2008, 12:35 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 10
Views: 763

Rancilio Silvia Tips from Jeff Taylor (New Vario, Too)

Hey all, Jeff sent me the link to all of these responses, and after reading them I thought that I should discuss the temperature issues you are bringing up. I actually did the experiment, but our blog posts everything anonymously, so 'hbutchel', you were correct about the ladies hands. I did have so...
by barrrrista
January 21st, 2008, 11:53 am
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 5
Views: 562

PT's Coffee Bella Vita - brew & dose?

Hi Geoff, Bella is a relatively flexible gal. When I train someone with it for a commercial application I always suggest 20 to 21 grams for their dose. In some cases though, when the trainee is going to be using an Astoria, I have had to teach them to dose to 17-18 grams. In that scenario, I would
by barrrrista
December 5th, 2007, 4:52 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 25
Views: 2056

Holiday Wish List Gifts 2007 - Thanks Sponsors and HB

Hey all! We are ecstatic to hear such wonderful reviews of our coffees! I too am very fond of Bella, as she is a beautiful temptress. She has become personified to all us out here at PT's since she is a 'woman' of distinction and refinement. I hope that everyone gets a chance to have an interlude wi...
by barrrrista
May 15th, 2007, 6:15 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 20
Views: 10271

SCAA Barista Competition - USBC 2007

I was fortunate enough to be present at this event and I have to say, it was awesome through and through. I have never witnessed a more stellar competition. Everyone, from the preliminary round to the finals, was an amazing barista no matter the circumstances. As a friend of Pete's I just wanted to ...