I'm going to be upgrading to a new espresso machine soon. I know that I don't want an automatic or super auto, or whatever. I like semi-auto, but I really like the manual paddles or levers. I've used a few La Marzocco paddle machines that where excel
Read more…I am looking for someone to install my espresso machine at my new location. Do you know anyone in the Atlanta area that does installation?.
Read more…Hello Everyone!
WE have a 2nd yr Anniversary approaching and we're looking for a way to give back to
the community. Unique Ideas?
Cheers!
Kim
Handlebar Coffee Roasters
Read more…I'm a really tight pricing guy. I'm going to be switching my espresso menu to a higher quality. By that, I mean switching to a GMO free, grass-fed, organic milk, and paying more for much better tasting espressos. In doing this, I am also going to eli
Read more…A few days ago a friend pointed out that I should try to get a piston ice-cream filler for festivals. I had no idea what that was. So I looked it up and decided against it. Not really wanting to start an ice-cream factory. However, while looking for
Read more…hey gang, have recently gotten the bug to start roasting some green beans...will be my first time ever! looking to increase some sales to my small coffee business, hoping i may be able to sell to customers in person, and some internet sales as well.
Read more…I'm in a weird situation right now. I was recently hired by a roaster to help them run their very first retail shop, as well as develop their standards and training. The company is amazing, pay is awesome, we get benefits, it's small and they're doin
Read more…Hey All,
Has anyone had a successful experience replacing the group head gaskets on a NS Appia? Is there an simple method?
Thanks
Read more…Hello Everyone,
I have signed up with this site about a year ago with hopes of learning something and maybe even contributing something later on, when I have something to contribute. I have found out since that being cafe owner is rather demanding jo
Read more…Does anyone else do more of a bistro style cafe like me? We have to. We couldn't sell enough coffee and specialty drinks in our area to pay the bills. But selling food is a far more dangerous game. All that aside, what are some of your favorite foods
Read more…Hello, I'm getting a quest m3 roaster asap! I have very little roasting experience, but I know a bit about it.
I know all coffees are different, and some work better at different levels. My preference would be to find the sweet spot where the deli
Read more…I'm looking for a good (free) resource that breaks down the various parameters and methods for espresso preparation. I was hired by a roaster to help setup their very first shop and , while I have lots of experience and training (worked for Counter C
Read more…As a micro roaster i need to supply takeaway cups because in ZAMBIA and SA cups must be ordered inn from ASIA ,USA or UK in 1000 unit box's of a crate of X boxes per crate at CRAZY prises.
Is there a demand for small cafes to order mixed sizes eco f
Read more…This is probably a dumb question but here goes. I just bought a new NS Aurelia and the portafilter baskets dont stay in the portafilters when I knock out the pucks. I know I am missing something obvious but can any of you techs out there help guide m
Read more…Does anyone have any experience with the newer p12? I am thinking of pulling the trigger on one but am having a hard time finding any real world info on them. I currently roast on a mid 90's Toper, which I like except it cannot come close to its rate
Read more…Have a group casting from a Gaggia GD that some nugget drilled-out to try to correct poor delivery. It's the one with the single connection to the HX and heating element with high limit thermostat. Do you have any spares? Just the bare casting is fin
Read more…Wanted to show the new chalkboard menu we made for Mugs Cafe in Little Rock. What do you think?
Read more…Hi,
I'm new here.
I am trying to set up a website for sale of espresso machines, coffee and coffee related items. I have been looking for a dropshipper for espresso machines but wasn't able to find one. Can anybody help?
Thanks!
Read more…Hi all,
I have a VFA-Expres Elite 2gp. volumetric machine with a GIEMME volumetric and autofill box.
For some reason, the control box went into thermal runaway and fried some resistors on one of the perpendicular boards inside. The box is not protect
Read more…Hello coffee friends and coffee fiends.
I am living and working in the mountains of Tarrazú in Costa Rica. One of the coffee farmers here is looking to change the way he does things by selling his green coffee to buyers in the US and elsewhere vs
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