Hi all

I want a portable espresso machine and thinking of the Cafflano Kompresso or the Picopresso. Is there anyone who experienced both of them and can share which one be the most easy to operate and clean, and make good cup of espresso? I know a lot of people complain about...

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i am considering to buy a Cremina 67 from 74 in a fantastic shape and want to ask if there is experience with foaming milk with these old models having a soldered steam knob. Is it possible get some microfoam milk out of these old steam wands?

Thanks
Michael

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Due to...