Coffee machine

[HappyMartin]

Finally moving on the Linea Mini and contacted Foodserve as per the advice on this forum. Have a price and we are going to place the order. The lead time is unfortunately very long so currently hoping they agree to sell one of their demo machines.

 

I have meanwhile arranged a small remodeling of the kitchen to accommodate the machine.

 

Next question. Foodserve don't do installations apparently. Anyone have a recommendation as to who I can contact to plumb the machine in and to get a good filter system at the same time?

 

Starting to get a bit excited about it now.

[cadenceblur]

Lekker man. I'm very happy with the filtration system suggested by V12man. Bluespot water. Installation was quick, got it done by a plumber. Check if the Linea comes with the plumbing kit I believe it's quite expensive. My GS3 came with one but it's not plumbed in at present. Super happy with my machine. Coffee is consistent which is important in my books.

[cadenceblur]

I recall you being based in Cape Town? Try Gerald at Rock n roll I'm sure he'll be able to direct you.

[iteachcoffee]

Finally moving on the Linea Mini and contacted Foodserve as per the advice on this forum. Have a price and we are going to place the order. The lead time is unfortunately very long so currently hoping they agree to sell one of their demo machines.

 

I have meanwhile arranged a small remodeling of the kitchen to accommodate the machine.

 

Next question. Foodserve don't do installations apparently. Anyone have a recommendation as to who I can contact to plumb the machine in and to get a good filter system at the same time?

 

Starting to get a bit excited about it now.

where are you based? may be able to help or redirect?

[HappyMartin]

where are you based? may be able to help or redirect?

I'm in Johannesburg. Quite central. Kensington.

[V12man]

I'm in Johannesburg. Quite central. Kensington.

I am happy to help with the design if you get a plumber to do the install - it's pretty simple really - come and drink some coffee and we will walk it through on the back of an example I have.

[HappyMartin]

I am happy to help with the design if you get a plumber to do the install - it's pretty simple really - come and drink some coffee and we will walk it through on the back of an example I have.

You are a prince amongst men. I would love to take you up on that offer.

[Cannonized]

Hi guys

 

Apologies if this has been asked somewhere in this thread. I'm looking for a reasonably good starter espresso machine that will last for a long time. Was thinking about something like this:

 

http://onlinecoffeeshop.co.za/shop/espresso-coffee-machines/crem-expobar-office-lever-brewtus-domestic-espresso-coffee-machine/

 

Any other suggestions? Would something like this last?

[V12man]

Hi guys

 

Apologies if this has been asked somewhere in this thread. I'm looking for a reasonably good starter espresso machine that will last for a long time. Was thinking about something like this:

 

http://onlinecoffeeshop.co.za/shop/espresso-coffee-machines/crem-expobar-office-lever-brewtus-domestic-espresso-coffee-machine/

 

Any other suggestions? Would something like this last?

Choose a grinder first - a great grinder is more important than the machine.

 

I also suggest doing a barista course first before you buy.

 

And yes - that should last - but that's not the only purchase criteria.

[hayleyearth]

So guys.... Is this one any good? 

 

[hayleyearth]

Choose a grinder first - a great grinder is more important than the machine.

 

I also suggest doing a barista course first before you buy.

 

And yes - that should last - but that's not the only purchase criteria.

 

Okay. Reading that you suggest going separate 

[V12man]

Okay. Reading that you suggest going separate

Not really HA - 90% of people will be better served by a super auto - but a sa will never get you the last 15% of quality in the cup - question is if you are obsessive enough to master the skills needed to get that last 15% - it takes time and effort - not to say anything about money, because quality kit is not free.

 

If you just want a cup on the way out to work - superauto - if you want to spend hours fiddling to get it perfect - then separates.

 

just please do not buy a nespresso.. .. environmentally unfriendly things...

[V12man]

So guys.... Is this one any good?

Junk... the very top of the line one is ok - the dual boiler one - you will just suffer with that one.

[Patchelicious]

Not really HA - 90% of people will be better served by a super auto - but a sa will never get you the last 15% of quality in the cup - question is if you are obsessive enough to master the skills needed to get that last 15% - it takes time and effort - not to say anything about money, because quality kit is not free.

 

If you just want a cup on the way out to work - superauto - if you want to spend hours fiddling to get it perfect - then separates.

 

just please do not buy a nespresso.. .. environmentally unfriendly things...

What would you suggest as a good auto type, for a beginner?

[HappyMartin]

Junk... the very top of the line one is ok - the dual boiler one - you will just suffer with that one.

That was my first machine. With it I learnt the basic order of things but that was about it. Should not have wasted the money is my feeling now.

[V12man]

What would you suggest as a good auto type, for a beginner?

Jura, Siemens, Bosch, carimali all come to mind.

 

The quality of support available locally is important.