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0 pointscowholio410y ago0 comments

I spent about $1,100 if you include accessories on a Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine and the doserless Rancilio Rocky grinder. Once you get to the know the machine, you can pull consistently great shots and even do latte art.

I have had this setup for about 5 years now. I drink more coffee than ever, spend much less for it and it's at the point where I would much rather drink my coffee than go out to a cafe.

But yeah, I would love a La Marzocco. When and if my faithful Silvia kicks the bucket I am going to definitely head that route.

You should try it! There is something just so satisfying about making yourself an awesome cappuccino and it's great for guests.

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askafriend10y ago· 1 in thread

When I go to a cafe, it's really about the space. I pay for a great space to hang out and chat with someone. It's less about the actual beverage if I'm being honest.

That's why I don't particularly care for making coffee at home. I enjoy hanging out at the coffee shops for extended periods of time. I'll read, get some work done or just people watch. It's fun and my way of giving back to the shop is to buy stuff like a bagel and some coffee.

I do have a daily coffee habit, but more so as a pick me up after lunch at work. At work we have multiple ways to make (free) coffee so can't really complain there! I've been trying to drink less coffee though. I should really stop eating so many carbs during lunch. It really slogs down the rest of my day and it makes me need coffee.

amerkhalid10y ago

Exactly, coffeeshops, for me, are like what bars are for many people. I don't really go there for coffee but just a place where I can relax, read something, get some extra work done, maybe even socialize.

The value I get from any good coffeeshop far exceed what I pay for drinks and food there.

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