I tried everything from stovetop espresso machines, to french press, to Bodum, and couldn't get a cup to taste the way I liked it, and found the frustration level high.
I don't advocate blowing thousands of dollars for a prosumer setup, but went that route myself and feel that I'm done buying equipment for life and have nothing but great espresso to look forward to until I go.
I dedicate my tax return for a major splurge every year and after my wife got the kitchen remodeled, it was my turn.
wound up with this....
doing this..
resisted the grinder upgrade until it became inevitable to get rid of the Gaggia and paired it up with the Macap.
