Espresso Machines

by tim irvine 5 months 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 11 months 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 2 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 3 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 10 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.