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I know that some time in the future I'm going to upgrade both my machine and the grinder, whether separately or at the same time (i.e. I've seen deals on the Rancilio syliva/rocky combo with base). I don't know what I want but was hoping that there is a guide out there to help one sort this...

I've heard that superautomatics (i.e. the Saeco Incanto line...I'm interested in the under $1,000 machines) are bean to cup, which I understand, but I wasn't clear on the amount of prep and clean-up time involved (with each use of the machine, whether one cup or say five). I know you have to...

I've read somewhere that every 50-100 shots you should clean the group head/screen, handle and baskets with a cleaning agent (i.e. Ascor Detergent). When I make espresso at home I rinse the handle and basket in hot water and towel dry everytime. I also wipe the outside of the group head/screen...

I would like to know what companies produce collector espresso/cappuccino cups? I know of Illy, Ritzenhoff...that's about it. Also I would like to buy these indivually as opposed to sets of 4 or 6? Thanks.

How much of a difference is there in taste between the tin of ground espresso vs. whole beans? I would prefer to buy the ground as it's more convenient so I don't have to grind and clean the grinder, but I'm not sure how quickly the coffee will lose it's taste in the tin? Would the 1st...

I've been using an inexpensive Krups Brava espresso machine now for a couple of years and was never really happy with the quality of the shot. I'll be getting a Breville Cafe Roma espresso machine and I think it has much more potential than the Krups. I've found some good information on how to...