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Rancilio Silvia vs. Gaggia Classic vs. Ascaso Dream
Hello Fellow Coffee Enthusiast and Baristas !!! So What Espresso Machine Do You think is Best the Silvia, Gaggia Classic, or Ascaso Dream ? YOU DECIDE, SO COME ON, LET'S DISCUSS !!!
Read more…Taste
Taste is located in Newton, MA and has the only Synesso in the area. The owner, Nik, is always looking to talk about coffee and for feedback on what they serve. Their current roaster is Barismo (in Arlington) for their espresso and Terroir for their
Read more…Mazzer Timer to Toggle (on/off) Conversion
I'm sure this is a simple fix, but for anyone who has already replaced their grinder timer, I would appreciate a quick overview to make sure it's as simple as it seems. Big Question: How best to attach a new switch? Thanks in advance. .... Enjoyin
Read more…Buying a used commercial machine.
I stumbled across an ad for a used Faema Compact Smart 2 at a very good rate. This would be for my own personal use at home. What questions should I ask before purchasing it. I'm planning on asking what the backflush schedule was like, when were the
Read more…Going to NY and want to visit a quality Coffee shop near the World Trade Center / Central Park
Going to NY and want to visit a quality Coffee shop near the World Trade Center / Central Park. I want the best espresso NY has to offer without the we are better than everyone attitude. Let me know if you have any ideas.
Read more…Drink Size Poll
For an Americano, would you please tell me briefly what size to-go cups your shop uses for Small, Med and Large, and how many shots for each. Also, do you use the same size and ratios for Lattes? Here's mine: Small: 10oz cup, 1 Shot. Medium: 16oz c
Read more…Truffles
Truffles has become " The Jewel of Cleveland". The shop has been around for over 25 years and is known as one of the most gay friendly establishments in the Cleveland.
Read more…Caffè Mela
Caffè Mela is right in the heart of downtown Wenatchee and is the lone bastion of authentic espresso and latte art in north Central Washington. Roasting exceptional coffees, serving one-size cappuccinos, and featuring latte art, an in-house bakery, p
Read more…Caffe Amadeus Roast & Brew
Caffe Amadeus has the following hours: Monday - Friday - 6:30AM to 5:00PM Saturday - 9:00AM to 5:00PM Sunday - 9:00AM to 2:00PM Caffe Amadeus is a Viennese-style coffeehouse. They roast all of the beans that they use. They bake European-style pastr
Read more…Kedai Kopi (Yogyakarta)
Great Coffee, nice atmosphere, WIFI to boot. All at a very, very reasonable price. This cafe is part of the Teammates Indonesia Chain of stores. The staff are passionate and knowledgeable.
Read more…Mazzer Coffee Grinder-Doser Maintenance and Grease
Hi. My shops got two Mazzer grinders--one a Super Jolly and the other a Major Royal. I'm learning about general care (diassembly/cleaning/reassembly), but was curious about ..the grease substance on the grinder? if it's wise to really deep clean that
Read more…CREMA
Crema is the thick, golden-brown foam that develops in the filter and encrusts the top of an espresso serving. Crema gives espresso its complexity, depth of flavor and texture. Crema is the single most important indicator of espresso quality. Proper
Read more…roasting beans at home small roater
hi i am a small 5 lbs roaster - new at this - contracted out before- my roast is not coming out even- or consistant - need help , small roater gal
Read more…Filtry Cafe, Warsaw
Filtry is one of the first speciality coffee orientated places in Poland, contributes a lot to a newly born and growing coffee culture in this country. Its a small place but takes brewing coffee very serously. Coffee served here comes from our local
Read more…Inexpensive countertop ideas?
Hello Everyone, I'm hoping you can help with some inexpensive countertop ideas that you've come across or have used yourself. After really looking at the budget again we decided to get real and that granite counter wasn't happening. Any thoughts wou
Read more…is anyone hiring in or near chapel hill NC??
Is anyone hiring for barista in or or near Chapel Hill NC? I'm thinking of moving down there pretty soon. i just want to get away from maryland for a little while. And experience something new and different. aite let me know. thank!!!-)
Read more…Christmas Coffee - a survey of sorts.
On our first Christmas together, my wife and I decided that we should get a special coffee to drink Christmas morning. Many years ago it was the special-order Jamaica Blue Mountain that our local shop in Burlington VT (Uncommon Grounds) would order j
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