i just finished the install of Michael Elvin's 'Elvinator' and I am so impressed! Just a little piece of plastic in between the doser lever plate and the chute changes everything. On top of a good cleaning, its like I have a new Mazzer! Sure, a little mucking about and scrubbing after getting the doser removed is always messy, but a clean grinder is a better performing one. My counter is cleaner, and my barista are already freaking out! I highly recommend this mod to anyone who works with a… Continue

Ok...So this event was Fantastic! I am so glad I showed up for this, for so many reasons. First and foremost, I got to meet a bunch of amazing people who are passionate about great coffee, pouring excellent drinks, and the turnout for just spectating was so cool! Out of the 30 people who participated, I finished 4th overall!! My friend and staff member, Gabbie competed also, and sadly, she did not go as far as I did, BUT, we made a good showing, bringing a posse with us for support. As far as… Continue

This evening after closing, I went to the shop to practice. Armed with my tamp, a gallon of milk, and some good music, Gabbie and I poured lattes until we ran through our gallons. A lot of good looking drinks were made, photographed and dumped, but the best feedback I could have was later, driving home.

I was discussing what went down with Lenore, and she commented that I need to slow WAAAY down on my pours. Thinking this through, she couldn't be more right. I felt like I was under the gun… Continue