cycle2death asked:


I don’t even have a coffee pot at this point but really want to know how to make my favorite Starbucks drink. Am I going to need to buy and espresso machine and if so what one is the best? Also, how much do they usually cost? Thanks for the help guys.

Stephon

Mr M asked:


I went up to one of those vending machines that you can get coffee at, I saw Espresso, and I was like F*** yeah! So, I put my dollar in and pressed the numbers.

When the cup was finished being filled I looked down, and saw nothing but hot water with two little coffee beans swimming around. Truly a “WTF” moment.

What do I do?

Deshawn

C C asked:


I was given a used machine and would like to learn how to clean and use the espresso portion of it. There was no manual and I am not sure where to put the water. There are two chambers for water in the back. One for the coffee side and the other for the espresso. The espresso also has a chamber with a cover that you can open. Any help would be appreciated.

Kelvin

Brad342 asked:


I’m new to the world of coffee/espresso/cappuccino, and I know very little. I actually **** regular coffee but I love some espressos and cappuccinos. I got a maker that can be used with pods or from scratch. Can anyone give me a crash course in using this machine? Any recommendations for pod brands? Finally, my favorite espresso is the White Chocolate Mocha, how do I make this & is this available in pods?

Thanks

Lynn

M.M asked:


Companies invest money to have new machines or something periodically. For example, coffee shop owners need to buy espresso machines after a few years since they are old. Or Banks need to buy new pcs for the workers to use since they are too old. The companies have to renew their facilities in the regular basis. Then, how do you call this investment in economics or business?
I want to know the terminology in English. The answer looks like —- investment. If someone knows, please answer. Thanks.

Ben

theshortfox asked:


I have an Espresso machine that was previously used with non-kosher coffee beans and probably also with non-kosher milk. The machine has been used only a couple of times in the past, and has been rarely used over the last couple of months.

Here’s a link for the Espresso Machine:
http://www.capresso.com/espresso-machines-ultima.shtml

My question is, can it be koshered (I assume so)?
If so, what shall I do to Kosher it?

Thanks!

Kent

Rick W asked:


I’m going to answer my own question so as to spread the word and help you with another way to use coffee grounds:

For anyone that enjoys a cup of espresso now and then, it is possible to make your own espresso powder, using the brewed grounds from your coffee machine. Here are the basics of how espresso powder is made, as well as some suggestions for using the espresso powder.

Espresso powder begins life as a select variety of coffee beans that are cultivated specifically for the brewing of espresso. Usually, the beans are ground just before the espresso is brewed. Once the grounds have been used to make espresso, they do not have to be discarded. Instead, the used espresso grounds can be dried and then crushed into a fine powder. Espresso grounds retain a great deal of flavor and the powder that is made from the crushed grounds will have plenty of taste and aroma. The end result is a handy cooking additive that can be used in a number of different recipes for both foods and drinks.

One of the more common uses of espresso powder is to whip up a cup of instant espresso. Spooned into hot water or milk in the same manner that instant coffee is used, the powdered espresso produces a great tasting cup of espresso in just minutes. As with any powdered coffee, it is important to vary the amount of espresso powder used according to personal taste.

Along with making a quick cup of espresso, it is possible to include espresso powder in a number of desserts. For example, when preparing a chocolate filling in a double boiler, add one or two teaspoons of espresso powder to provide extra flavor to the filling. Cakes can also benefit from espresso powder as well. A little powder added to the cake batter before baking will enhance the overall taste and also accentuate the vanilla flavoring that is commonly used in many cakes. Even something as simple as fried fruit pies may find the use of espresso powder to be welcome.

Espresso powder can also be used as a garnish on some foods as well. For example, a light dusting of turnovers or cooked fruit will work well. In like manner, applying espresso powder instead of powdered sugar to a bundt cake will make a welcome change not only in appearance but also in taste.

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-espresso-powder.htm

Keon

Mist asked:


I recently received a small brick of sealed coffee (albeit espresso). It\s an Italian brand by the name “Caffe Mako.” I have a normal drip coffee maker — not an espresso machine. The Caffe Mako website does not discuss how to prepare their coffee on a normal drip machine.

Adan