Re: Why do you make coffee at home? - Do you still visit cafes?
I work in the industry and so for me part of getting a decent set up for home use was so that I could spend even more time practising, perfecting my technique, and learning more about various coffees.
For me the thing I love most about coffee is that there is always something interesting to learn and something new to try. Even though my home set up is probably the envy of a lot of snobs, there are lots of other things I would still love to have.
I love the routine of making coffee at home, and the chance to relax and enjoy coffee in the home setting, rather than having a quick coffee before the start of a shift etc.
As for visiting cafes, I will admit that I dont just go anywhere for a coffee. But I love the specialty cafes who take pride in what they serve, and regularly visit them even though I have home equipment which allows me to make coffee as good as what I can get from cafes. I do this because I love the industry, I love socialising with like minded coffee enthusiasts, and I just love the idea of sitting in a cool cafe and just relaxing and enjoying a great cup. One of my favourite things is any cafe/restaurant who knows hospitality. Its great having those amazing cafes which feel like a home away from home.
Sorry for the crazy long post but this topic struck a chord with me. Take it easy and good luck with your decision.
I work in the industry and so for me part of getting a decent set up for home use was so that I could spend even more time practising, perfecting my technique, and learning more about various coffees.
For me the thing I love most about coffee is that there is always something interesting to learn and something new to try. Even though my home set up is probably the envy of a lot of snobs, there are lots of other things I would still love to have.
I love the routine of making coffee at home, and the chance to relax and enjoy coffee in the home setting, rather than having a quick coffee before the start of a shift etc.
As for visiting cafes, I will admit that I dont just go anywhere for a coffee. But I love the specialty cafes who take pride in what they serve, and regularly visit them even though I have home equipment which allows me to make coffee as good as what I can get from cafes. I do this because I love the industry, I love socialising with like minded coffee enthusiasts, and I just love the idea of sitting in a cool cafe and just relaxing and enjoying a great cup. One of my favourite things is any cafe/restaurant who knows hospitality. Its great having those amazing cafes which feel like a home away from home.
Sorry for the crazy long post but this topic struck a chord with me. Take it easy and good luck with your decision.

Sure you can take it back but do you get a better coffee? Not usually. You just get the same thing back a 2nd time because thats all the barista is capable of, or they just dont like your attitude. The weakest link in shop coffee is the people making it.
My experience is that you dont have to spend $3k-$5k just to get a coffee equal to your local.
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