I'm running into frothing trouble. I'm getting very nice velvety stuff on top and no big bubbles. After tapping the pitcher and swirling the milk, I get a nice start of thick, soft milk but toward...

Never been there but here Museo in Saskatoon is excellent! http://www.museocoffee.com/...

Hey! Here's a little list of some great places on Vancouver Island (exluding Victoria, as this website is mostly devoted to that!) By far my favorite anywhere I've ever been is Drumroasters in C...

where you getting good espresso in Nanaimo? I've been going to the buzz latley... they have a synesso and are using JJ Bean... fairly good. Curious to where you have gone!...

Cheers Colin, Many thanks for your input. Looks like I will go with the more economical Gaggia, and invest the savings on a decent burr grinder (Baratza Maestro or Krups?) All the Best Eryk...

My decision would come down to the fact that the Gaggia has some pro-sized accoutrements - 58MM portafilter and a larger double basket. That alone puts the Gaggia out front for me....

As a first time espresso machine buyer I'm torn between these models. The Saeco Armonia and the Gaggia Carezza are both available here in the Montreal area for about $250. I have noted positive feed...

There was a miscommunication. Lokoseena is in Ottawa. As I said, I am in Victoria... BC :) Looking for a grinder for sale in my area. heh Cheers...

Edited from original post. Sold to myself, that is. I've decided to keep the Maestro Plus on hand for a while......

After reading a few threads, I wanted to introduce myself to this community. I look forward to sharing ideas with other forum members on how to make a great cup of coffee. By the way, my wife worked ...