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Comment by Kevin Selig 8 hours ago

Mark, I strongly agree with David on the LaSpaziale S5. We have been selling the LaSpaziale brand for over 5 years now with over 50 units placed and I can count the number of service calls on one hand. These units are hand crafted to order, use a dry steam system and a 2 screen brew head system. They pull excellent shots. Also agree with the Rancilio units but I only know the new Lever manual pull series and I can only say one thing about this unit-SWEET! It is a dream to work on but you must be on your game because there is no cheating the system. Good luck, check out both companies web sites.

Comment by Mark Jackson on June 25, 2009 at 7:17am

I really love the Dalla Cortes , I have used them and sold them and in my opinion are the most advanced and also best in the cup machine

Comment by David Davenport on June 25, 2009 at 6:25am

Best performance, best price, best warranty, etc.? Lot's of paramaters to consider. I have had good reviews on the LaSpaziale S5. Pulls great shots, gives you control over the boiler temp., great looks, good warranty, holds up well in the long run, good price. Might also take a look at the Rancilio classe 8, little more pricey however.

Comment by Michael Canton on June 24, 2009 at 10:01pm

I'm opening a new cafe soon and time for me to purchase the new espresso machine. My question to all of you is: What is the best 3-group automatic espresso machine?

Comment by Bryan Wray on June 20, 2009 at 3:45pm

Whatever sizes you decide to go with, make the in-house and to-go the same size.

I would say that if you are going 8, 10, 12 for in house, then you should go 8, 10, 12 for to-go as well and explain to your customers why you are moving to smaller sizes vs other chains and shops in the area. Educate your customers on why smaller is better and you will start to gain loyal supporters.

Having said that, I would say go with 8, 12, 16 for both in-house and to-go.

-bry

Comment by David Davenport on June 19, 2009 at 5:27am

Michael, the in-house sizes are good but for to-go I suggest you go with the more traditional 12, 16, and 20. 16 being the most popular to-go cup size there is. As far as your mochas go I would think you would want a bit larger sizes perhaps 10, 12, and 16. However it is starting to look like now you are in a position to have to carry every cup size there is which might not be a good idea or even feasable. Hope that helped.

Comment by Birgit on June 19, 2009 at 12:30am

We just got the competition schedule for the World Championships in Cologne / Germany

Friday, 26th of june
10.00 a.m. (Germany) - SCAE WORLD ART CHAMPIONSHIP

Saturday, 27th of june
10.00 a.m. (Germany) - SCAE WORLD COFFEE IN GOOD SPIRITS CHAMPIONSHIPS

12.00 a.m. (Germany) - SCAE WORLD CEZVE IBRIK CHAMPIONSHIP

Sunday, 28th of june
10.00 a.m. (Germany) - SCAE WORLD CUP TASTER CHAMPIONSHIP

Spain has for the first time a representative in the CUP TASTER CHAMPIONSHIP - her name is Marisa Baque Delas - we wish her from Spain all the best - as well as to all the other competitors.

Good luck to everybody.
Birgit

www.iecafe.com

Comment by Michael Canton on June 18, 2009 at 11:05pm

I have owned one cafe and opening up a second soon but I need some advice from all of my brethren here. My in-house drinks will be served in 8-, 10- and 12-oz mugs, but how have all of your customers reacted to the to-go drinks served in the same size??? And now for my second question: what size do you serve your single, double and triple mochas in, both in-house and to-go? I appreciate all of your input!

Comment by Serena Stout on May 26, 2009 at 10:31am

Hey there all. Just joined. I have been a barista, manager, owner, customer rep for a roaster, trainer all the while for over 12 years. I love this industry and the folks in it. Currently working with a great group of bookstores who want to add the best coffee experiences that they can for their customers. Glad to have this forum to reach out. Thanks Matt!

Comment by David Davenport on May 19, 2009 at 12:24pm

Hello everyone should be fun talking with you all. Thanks for letting me join your group.

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