I was using a shitty old Cafe Roma I got for $50, tired of that quickly.
This winter I got impatient and purchased a DeLonghi La Specialista Arte (EC9255M). Quickly purchased a new tamp, then basket (IMS concave) as the ridge was affecting tamp. Now waiting on a new custom tamp because the one I purchased previously was millimetres too small in circumference for the new basket. Started using a screen and things have been ok while I wait.
I just purchased a Eureka Mignon Zero because it was in budget and the stock grinder on the DeLonghi is… not good.
Just wondering if anyone has any tips here that will make the transition to an actual grinder easier or advice on getting good espresso with a very meh machine. I’d like to at least get a year out of it before I upgrade but I’m already antsy.
Appreciate any help! :)