Just got a new Salvatore One Black espresso machine and thought I'd share.
Would also like to see some other espresso set ups fellow espresso fanatics might be hiding at home
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Sat May 02, 2009 9:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | In praise of espresso |
Just got a new Salvatore One Black espresso machine and thought I'd share. Would also like to see some other espresso set ups fellow espresso fanatics might be hiding at home
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| Author: | J.B. [ Sun May 03, 2009 11:20 am ] |
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Wow, nice set-up!  You know you've got a nice machine when you have that fancy of a tamper. That shot's got some real nice crema too.I'm still rockin' my old-school Krups. 
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| Author: | Count [ Sun May 03, 2009 11:28 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
I just have this...  I'm drinking it now! Soy latte style though, I don't usually go straight up. |
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| Author: | siphilon [ Sun May 03, 2009 12:01 pm ] |
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Count: Love the bialetti....nice and quick / low maintenance. This is my Sama Export which has not received much attention lately.  
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Sun May 03, 2009 1:04 pm ] |
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That Sama is sweet! Don't see those too often. I have nothing but good things to say about the Bialetti, i have one that I use as my "spare tire" when past machines have been down for repairs. |
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| Author: | Count [ Sun May 03, 2009 2:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
Yeah, it's been great, seems a little finicky with the temperature to get good crema though. What would some recommendations be for good starter machines? Something quality that should do the job well for a while, but preferably not too overly expensive... |
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| Author: | plastichunter [ Sun May 03, 2009 3:13 pm ] |
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I don't even care if it makes good espresso I just want this one on my kitchen counter.  
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Sun May 03, 2009 4:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
Quote: What would some recommendations be for good starter machines? Something quality that should do the job well for a while, but preferably not too overly expensive... What is your price range, for "not overly expensive"? |
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| Author: | Biff [ Sun May 03, 2009 4:55 pm ] |
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plastichunter wrote: I don't even care if it makes good espresso I just want this one on my kitchen counter. Did Mark Nagata design that? 
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Sun May 03, 2009 5:22 pm ] |
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 or this? (linked from toybot studios) |
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| Author: | Count [ Sun May 03, 2009 5:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
I'm pretty flexible, I just don't really need the best of the best. I'm not really sure where to even start though, so definitely open to any suggestions, even if they're a little pricey. magillagorilla wrote: Quote: What would some recommendations be for good starter machines? Something quality that should do the job well for a while, but preferably not too overly expensive... What is your price range, for "not overly expensive"? |
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Sun May 03, 2009 9:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
Quote: I'm pretty flexible, I just don't really need the best of the best. I'm not really sure where to even start though, so definitely open to any suggestions, even if they're a little pricey. I will warn you that I came down with upgrade-itus once I moved up from a krups machine. But I would start with a Rancilio Silvia (approx $533) and a good grinder. You can also get a super automatic the grinds brews etc all at the push of a button, you wont get the best espresso not as good as a Silvia but comparable to most chain coffee houses. I can recommend some good websites for ordering or research if you are interested |
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| Author: | Count [ Sun May 03, 2009 11:20 pm ] |
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Cool, thanks. I just interneted this great sounding place pretty close to me that has that one on-sale. I'm going to read up on stuff a bit more and save up a little money before I get into it. Now looking at skullbrain is going to cause me to buy toys and coffee making appliances... brutal! |
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| Author: | Grapefruit Goblin [ Mon May 04, 2009 10:15 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
I have one of these. Just pop the capsule in a bam.  I'm up to 8 cups a day When it came , it came with 12 different flavors. I had a marathon tasting session.I was up for dayz. |
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| Author: | JORDAN23 [ Mon May 04, 2009 10:19 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
I've got the Silvia and it works great. Paired it up with the Rocky grinder. 
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| Author: | Count [ Mon May 04, 2009 11:11 am ] |
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It looks so serious, I'm sold. |
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Mon May 04, 2009 11:11 am ] |
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Nice Silvia! Have you posted this pic before? |
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| Author: | JORDAN23 [ Mon May 04, 2009 2:48 pm ] |
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magillagorilla wrote: Nice Silvia! Have you posted this pic before? I just took the picture this morning
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Mon May 04, 2009 3:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: In praise of espresso |
Quote: I've got the Silvia and it works great. Paired it up with the Rocky grinder. That's a great set up. Nice seeing espresso junkies on the board |
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| Author: | uberboy [ Mon May 04, 2009 3:12 pm ] |
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Count wrote: I just have this... my gf got me this for christmas, i use it every day |
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| Author: | bryanarchy [ Mon May 04, 2009 3:34 pm ] |
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Anybody have any good tips for using a moka pot (like the counts)? My coffee comes out pretty bitter. I've tried doing different grinds/heats but can't hit a good combo. |
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| Author: | magillagorilla [ Mon May 04, 2009 3:40 pm ] |
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The Bialetti mascot (l’omino con i baffi - “the mustachioed little man”) in action http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yrz0KVLKh8o |
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| Author: | JORDAN23 [ Mon May 04, 2009 4:29 pm ] |
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magillagorilla wrote: Quote: I've got the Silvia and it works great. Paired it up with the Rocky grinder. That's a great set up. Nice seeing espresso junkies on the board Espresso bean shipments beat out toy shipments 2 to 1
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| Author: | JAY [ Mon May 04, 2009 4:33 pm ] |
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plastichunter wrote: I don't even care if it makes good espresso I just want this one on my kitchen counter. 
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| Author: | uberboy [ Mon May 04, 2009 4:58 pm ] |
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bryanarchy wrote: Anybody have any good tips for using a moka pot (like the counts)? My coffee comes out pretty bitter. I've tried doing different grinds/heats but can't hit a good combo. although they say to put in cool water, i was advised by a barista here at Ritual in SF (super coffee-snobs) that the brew is less bitter if you pre-heat the water to boiling in a teapot and then pour it into the reservoir. then screw on the top and heat the mokapot. bottom will be hot from boiling water, so grab it with a dish towel before screwing on top half. i've also found that i like using pre-ground espresso from the grocery store better than exotic coffee beans i grind myself. my current fave is the very affordable brand Medaglio d'Oro, which I first tried in Spain. Also, the Illy pre-ground espresso works good for slightly more re-fined tastes. |
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