BODYWORKS1
monroe, New York
About me:lover of espresso, cooking and all things food-related
My Equipment:
Espresso machine & grinder
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VIVACE ESPRESSO DOLCE COFFEE
bodyworks1 | Wed, 09/07/2011 - 07:47OK, a little pricey by coffee standards, but I always have a new bean first as an espresso to see the taste quality on its own. The Vivace is beautiful, nice crema, very tasty. Some darker chocolate taste, with a bit of almond, cinnamon and spice. Great for cappucinos and lattes, and I will definitely buy this one again!
MYPRESSO MILK FROTHER
bodyworks1 | Tue, 08/02/2011 - 18:42I was not sure that a $20 device to froth milk could be very good, but relied on other reviewers who liked this frother. I got one, and it is so very cool! Took time to decide the best way to get both froth AND a hot liquid to put into my espresso. I tried first heating with the steam wand on my espresso machine, and then frothing (no good), and heating in the microwave, and then frothing (no better), and finally found it is best to froth cold mild, and then just microwave it for about 35-40 seconds, while the espresso is being made. Lots of frothy goodness and microfoam. No, if you're a purist you'll want to steam and froth until it is right, but for others like myself, this product is simple, easy to use, easy to clean and very inexpensive. I may buy the Mypressso travel espresso maker, too! - Dr. D.