I’ve seen plenty of ‘coffee’ discussions on here, so hoping you can help!
I’ve been thinking of getting a coffee machine for a while, and now is the time. Wasn’t sure whether to go with a ‘pod’ design or a ‘proper’ machine but looking into it there are quite a few that take ‘proper’ coffee & ‘ESE pods’. Reading up on it, I know that it’s very easy to spend in the 100s but I’m looking at around £100 at the moment.
I’m close to choosing one of these (seem to get good reviews), but would appreciate any comments/advice? Ta!
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0029NZW4A/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE
http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/delonghi-ec710-espresso-machine-silver-stainless-steel-16767966-pdt.html
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HZE7VU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&smid=A37EAWMTY48SBW

I bought a Delonghi, can’t remember the model, quite recently which is ok but just doesn’t give the depth of flavour which is the reason I waste so much time and money in coffee shops. My son who worked for years as a barrista is very sniffy about home coffee machines . He reckons you need to spend at least £400 to get a decent one and then you can’t rely on consistent flavour. One of his points is that coffee in cafes is ground to need and the beans are rarely on the shelf very long while at home even if you buy little and often as I do your coffeee is always older. So watching for replies to your question!

cubika every time

Yes, freshly ground beans make a huge difference whatever the machine so it’s good to have a good burr grinder at home which will grind fine enough for espresso. I haven’t found one that I like yet. Realistically, few domestic kitchens have room for a professional machine but you can get some pretty good home models.

I have three: a Gaggia Baby Class; a cheap DeLonghi machine that cost about £70 new but I bought from someone second hand; and a manual Presso machine which I had to get due to working in a hotdesking office. Of those the DeLonghi is the best, and the Presso second best. The DeLonghi consistently makes a really good espresso with a deep and lasting crema. Just goes to show: you don’t always get what you pay for.

I don’t like pods: they generate unnecessary waste; they’re hugely expensive and they restrict your choice of coffee to those approved by the manufacturer.

Delonghi Magnifica ……..it’s just good ……

Thanks! That brought the ROK down to a price I could say “what the hell” to 🙂

Bah, posted in the wrong thread, too many tabs open.

Best hope I put my address in right!

Thanks! That brought the ROK down to a price I could say “what the hell” to

Thought that was a shout for the Rancilio Rocky….

Dualit for me , looks great coffee consistent more often than not. Been using it for three and a half years. Had a Dualit grinder too which I brought second hand, but the motor burnt out, couldn’t tell you how old it was when I got it though. Coffee type and freshness has allot to do with your finished cup though.

Just because you have shiny new orange bike, doest mean you really need a posh coffee machine 😛 …what next.. What Audi car? 🙄

http://www.hasbean.co.uk/

Once you’ve sorted your machine give these guys a go. I have a weekly subscription and they deliver a diverse and delicious selection. It’s all fresh and should make your son happy with his old mans coffee.