Forgive me for such a basic question. Ive been reading around the site for two hours and am a little confused. About six months ago, reading here, I was persuaded that I needed a decent grinder (by beginner standards) and got a Rocky. The coffee improvement was stratospheric. Now my ancient baby Gaggia is on its last legs: doubtless corroded, leaking water. I just spent $130 getting it serviced; should have put it towards a new machine.
Budget c$800+, it seems from browsing the Silvia is best. I never do anything with milk, just espressos. Is it hard for an idiot to use? Any contrary advice?
Second, and related, question: should I do one of the one-day courses on offer around Melbourne. My hesitation is that I never use milk, and a lot of time seems dedicated to that. Thanks in advance.
Budget c$800+, it seems from browsing the Silvia is best. I never do anything with milk, just espressos. Is it hard for an idiot to use? Any contrary advice?
Second, and related, question: should I do one of the one-day courses on offer around Melbourne. My hesitation is that I never use milk, and a lot of time seems dedicated to that. Thanks in advance.


and as you seem to be in Melbourne you should pay him a visit.
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