I‘ve been unpressurized with both espresso machines. Love the ‘pro’ portafilter I just got for use with the ViaVenezia; it feels solid and looks great. And it’s a pleasure to not have to hold the machine in place to insert the portafilter!
I added a ‘deck’ to the k-cup side of the Cuisinart. We hardy ever use the pods, but we do use that side for hot water for tea. The raised deck significantly reduces splashing outside the cup.
items list: Urbanic 070s grinder, Cuisinart Coffee Center, Krups Novo2300 espresso maker, Saeco ViaVenezia espresso machine, Edesia Espress LTD unpressurized portafilter for Saeco, 53mm tamper, MATOW stainless dosing funnel, bottle of Italian wine.
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I‘ve been unpressurized with both espresso machines. Love the ‘pro’ portafilter I just got for use with the ViaVenezia; it feels solid and looks great. And it’s a pleasure to not have to hold the machine in place to insert the portafilter!
I added a ‘deck’ to the k-cup side of the Cuisinart. We hardy ever use the pods, but we do use that side for hot water for tea. The raised deck significantly reduces splashing outside the cup.
items list: Urbanic 070s grinder, Cuisinart Coffee Center, Krups Novo2300 espresso maker, Saeco ViaVenezia espresso machine, Edesia Espress LTD unpressurized portafilter for Saeco, 53mm tamper, MATOW stainless dosing funnel, bottle of Italian wine.
I like the Urbanic in black – really sharp!