Espresso Machines

by Eiron 6 months ago

I think James' comments are missing the correlation between visual (and audible) cues and flavor. Without the computer-regulated controllers (e.g., temperature PIDs) now commonly available on espre...

My grinder wasn't working. Youtube videos said it's just stuck grinds (but it could be a broken motor?). I bought a new Jura instead and was about to discard my Gaggia but dissected it to see what ...

by tim irvine 2 years ago

I just acquired a fairly old Elektra Micro Casa a Leva. I bought a Baratza Sette 270 grinder to go with it. I have to say, it pulls the tastiest shots imaginable. Plus it’s rather attractive. I...

by Melanie Wong 2 years ago

Friday morning was my opportunity to sleep in and catch up from an early flight the day before. I wasn't very hungry the morning after our lavish dinner at Quaintrelle https://www.chowhound.com/pos...

A few months ago, I got a Bialetti espresso maker and it was making awesome coffee. I didn't realize there was a special way to clean it so I used to hand wash it with (not mild) soap. Nowadays, th...

I need to learn [ASAP] how to use an espresso machine for some very basic drinks, learning how to properly froth milk, etc. I won't be working in store so I don't need to learn anything store relat...

by Melanie Wong 4 years ago

Now at Cafe X in San Francisco's Metreon . . .

I bought a fancy 4-cup Vev Vigano Vespresso stovetop espresso maker a few weeks ago. I had to upgrade from a Bialetti-style coffee maker after its handle broke off. Sadly, I have not figured out ho...

I have searched and searched and can't find a coffee maker that makes a great espresso with real crema and a great cup or pot of "American" coffee. Rather, I should say, there are many out there b...

Labor Day weekend is imminent, and the Summer 2016 deals thread is an unwieldy 366 posts long. So here's a new thread for Fall 2016! I'll kick things off with the Nespresso Inissia Espresso Make...

This might be a dumb question so sorry in advance. Can I use a stovetop espresso maker with a gas stove? Also, what are some favorite AND affordable home espresso makers - stovetop or other? I'm...

I am looking for reliable reviews that aren't written solely by consumers. Any suggestions? Thanks!

by chefMolnar 5 years ago

I will be in Boston this weekend and I'd like to pick a few accessories for my espresso machine (tamper, milk thermometer, etc.). Any independent stores or cafes that have a good selection of thes...

If you have one of those Bialetti espresso makers--the kind that are standard in Italy for making espresso at home--what kind of coffee do you use in it?

by javaandjazz 12 years ago

Anyone have this? Any thoughts on it? Reading on the Williams-Sonoma site and it doesn't seem that great. They either love it or hate it. Thanks.

First, it is about 15 y/o, one of the older Starbucks Barista machines. I love it though! Simple and built like a tank. I just noticed in the past few days when I press the button for the steam wan...

Anyone know where in Toronto I could get a Saeco espresso machine repaired? Can't figure out what's wrong, but it's definitely not working right now.