loira74 asked:


When I started drinking espresso, I tried my hand making it at home. Not sure if it would take, I bought the Mr. Coffee ECM20 which was economical, and I must admit it was good when it wasn’t spewing steam out the top or one of the parts wasn’t broken. It’s time for a new machine. (I’ve spent more on replacement parts than I did on the machine.) I’m looking for something that is still economical and fairly easy to maintain. Thanks.

Camron

Wendy F asked:


I have a good cappuccino/espresso machine with 15 bars of pressure, and when I make an espresso the coffee itself is very hot. But once I steam the milk and add it to make a latte, it is just lukewarm and cools very quickly. What am I doing wrong? Should I be steaming the milk until it’s piping hot? I was told to steam it until the metal pitcher felt warm on the outside.

I suppose I could just nuke it when I’m done, but any other suggestions would be appreicated. Thanks! I can’t pay for Starbucks anymore and need this to work

Jory

Cristina C asked:


I have a black Krups Capuccino/Espresso machine that is only about 6 months old. I have run vinegar through it multiple times, and descaled it with water, yet the steam frothing pipe will not unclog! It has reached a point where nothing comes out of the frother, and I have to release the pressure by forcefully opening the top of the coffeemaker.

Jalen