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The Newbie Introduction to Espresso series of videos was created specifically for those new to making espresso at home. In addition to watching these videos, I strongly urge newbies to spend an evening with the site's Recommended Reading outlined in the FAQs and Favorites Digest...
I just bought a few accessories to help when making a cup. I was able to purchase the Ethiopian Medium Roast and found the most amazing local coffee roaster in Fort Lauderdale called The Chosen Bean. They even ship products to you. BTW pictures are in the coffee roasters...
I know you guys have seen so many of these posts from a newbie (about 7 weeks) because I've read as many of them as I can digest. Doing the fire hose with YouTube videos and the wealth of FAQs and guides posted here. I just need some guidance to get an enjoyable espresso shot.
Hi - I'm fairly new to espresso but have done lots of reading on here and elsewhere - and also watched a fair number of videos (particularly from Clive, where I bought my machine from). I feel like I have the basics - I'm sure I have plenty of room to grow, but I can get shots...
Hi everyone, it's my first post here on the forum. Nice to meet you all.
I have recently upgraded my espresso machine to the Lelit Bianca (I am using a Niche Zero grinder) and I am starting to get weird extraction that I did not experience with my old Breville. FYI, the...
Hi all newbie here looking to learn the skills to have the ability to enjoy a good espresso from home. Have a DeLonghi ec702( I realize entry level) been playing around but no luck with a nice crema. Bought coffee from a local roaster. Told her my machine but didn't seem to...
