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i really hope that this is not an equivalent of asking "which is the best quartz casio with an analog face to wear with my tuxedo?" ... but, has anyone here given the illy francis francis x8 machine a try? or any other pod machine a try for that matter? i...  

Hi there, I consider myself an espresso addict although my experience has been relatively limited. I have a over-the-stove type espresso maker, I have a machine espresso maker and I also have a pod system. When done properly, the tastiest one (to me) is t... 

Do you roast your own coffee? -MW

I haven't quite reached that level of obsession yet, but I'm hoping to someday! Tien

i looked at the nespresso c100 machine. it has its ups and downs. the bad, is that it doesn't include a milk frother and i'd have to get an external machine which adds extra components and also adds to the cost. the bad thing and one thing i really dislik... 

Hi Tien, I too use an over-the-stove type espresso maker. I find it to be rather difficult to navigate within the (seemingly narrow) operational window of: grinding size of the beans, compaction of the ground coffee and heat input while brewing. If not sp... 

"ps: i hope this is not considered shilling and is withing the rules, i didn't include prices of the current promotion but i did take the image off the website to show the product that i'm talking about. if this is inappropriate please remove the referenc... 

I have the very first version of the Nespresso machine, it has a milk frother, and the coffee selections are pretty good. I also have a Tassimo machine, which is easier to use than the Nespresso, but the selections and taste are not as good as Nespresso. ...  

A pod machine is certainly nothing to be ashamed of. I can't offer any specific advice, but I get why someone might enjoy the convenience and size, and I am sure you can find one that delivers acceptable espresso for you. That said, it will never come clo...  

The frothe pattern is cool, I always wanted to learn how to do it.

And I still am not all that consistent. The first hurdle is learning to properly steam your milk to creat "microfoam". That's not too hard, and it is half the battle. My wife was kind enough to book an hour of training for me at Intelligentsia, a first ra...  

I've had the nespresso and the iperespresso systems, as well as the Jura automatics. For me, the iperespresso is the best. There was a Time Magazine article almost two years ago about the system. The main drawback is that you only can use Illy, but I like... 

as stated above, they're not individually packaged; and i've read that once the whole can is opened all contents have to be used within 2 weeks... there's no way i'd drink that much coffee.

I'm not sure that's true, but even still, there are only 21 capsules that for optimum flavor make only about 1.5 ounces per shot. I usually use two or three capsules at a time, no problem. I guess cost would be my biggest objection. Greg

One who is accustomed to using this machine and grinder... I find the Nespresso to make a very good shot. Pick the flavor you like, and it's quick and easy. I just happen to like grinding the beans from my favorite roasteries, and creating a drink that ta...  

machines in progress finished (tom petty shot glass)...  

Some serious coffee makers you got there GregE! -MW

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