Thanks for the mention Colin, FYI we are closed until Wednesday July 2. Moccamasters are $199.00 includes 3-1/2 lbs. of coffee. Colin the ascaso/innova is ready to go any time it you want to test it....

germanicus wrote: OK, I may be leaning toward the Silvia. But I'm still intrigued by the you are the machine Europiccola thing. Is there anywhere in Victoria where I could try a La Pavoni? This...

Met up with Reg Barber, Geir Oglend (Drumroaster Cafe) and John Riopka (Discovery Coffee) at the new location of Discovery Coffee - Victoria. Geir Oglend, Vancouver Island's godfather of espresso, ...

OK, I may be leaning toward the Silvia. But I'm still intrigued by the you are the machine Europiccola thing. Is there anywhere in Victoria where I could try a La Pavoni? This coming from a guy who...

Thanks for the welcome, Colin. Actually I was at UVic during last academic year. They let me keep my email though....

The Silvia is a good choice for the newcomer. The lever Europiccola will break you. Trust me....

Welcome. You are at UVic, yes?...

So finally I am able to spend a considerable amount on espresso equipment to replace my 7-year-old Via Veneto and blade grinder. It would be easy to save some $ and get a Barista but I want somethi...

I'm originally from Argentina and I never knew that drip coffee was something people would pay for till I came to North America. That said, I never paid much attention to the way espresso was made, e...

I am no godfather - although someone once threatened me with a visit from Fat Tony... I just love coffee, coffee bars (not all of 'em) and the potential of coffee culture. Now, about that chili....