Call for Expert Advice: 1-888-411-5282
Reputation: 97
Badge

Most Recent Badge:
Commendable

Total Badges Earned: 3
About Me

An IT guy powered on espresso who works for a restaurant company that features a popular mouse.

 
Followers: 6
GS ♦
Reputation: 43
joshua nathan
Reputation: 42
Kyle Macey ♦
Reputation: 211
Reddy4Coffee
Reputation: 346
MegabyteCoffee

MegabyteCoffee

Reputation: 97
Followers: 6
Following: 0

at 11-17-2012 11:34am

Cold morning, nothing better than using my Paquini Livietta to make the perfect shot.

8

Vote

MegabyteCoffee

Reputation: 97
Followers: 6
Following: 0

at 09-15-2012 2:09pm

Just received my Pasquini Livietta T2 and Rancilio Rocky grinder. What a nice setup. After my first drink with this new setup, I had no trouble retiring my La Pavoni Europiccola to a shelf in the garage.

2

Vote

MegabyteCoffee

Reputation: 97
Followers: 6
Following: 0

MegabyteCoffee buzzed about a product...
at 08-24-2012 10:34am
Pasquini Livietta Espresso Machine
Pasquini Livietta Espresso Machine

I need help in deciding what machine I should go with. The Pasquini Livietta T2, or the Rancilio Silvia v3. I currently have a La Pavoni europiccola for 12 years now, that I use every single day to make hot and cold mocha's, or just an espresso shot to drink. I am wanting something a little easier to use, with plenty of steam and is somewhat forgiving on pulling a shot. Both machines look great and the price is comparable to each other. Which one would be the right one?

1

Vote

0

mjackson ♦ Chris,

I like the Livietta for the convenience. As you can brew and steam at the same time. I really like the Rancilio as far as quality and the ability to brew a good shot. It does take time between brewing and steaming. You do need a good grinder. I think you need to make sure you have an adequate grinder such as the Rancilio Rocky or the Baratza Preciso. The Livietta will be hard to beat at that price.

08-28-2012 9:15am |

0

MegabyteCoffee Thank you Mark for the info. I did purchase the Livietta T2 and a Rancilio Rocky grinder, and now after 2 months, I could not be happier! My shots are great, and the steaming is instant and plentiful with this machine's dual thermal blocks. I don't think there could be a better machine in this price range. Very satisfied!

10-28-2012 3:13pm |

MegabyteCoffee

Reputation: 97
Followers: 6
Following: 0

MegabyteCoffee buzzed about a product...
at 10-30-2010 12:08pm
Espressione Cafe Retro
Espressione Cafe Retro

I mainly make latte's and mocha's. My Pavoni pump is on it's way out, and I'm looking for a machine that will make hot mocha's easily. Is this a good machine for that use? Can it steam milk easily?

0

Vote

0

mjackson ♦ Chris,

It is a good machine and certainly had a great look to it. It does for the price have a very good boiler size. It is 24 ounces and does have a good amount of steam power. It also comes with pressurized and non pressurized portafilter capability. I think it is a good value and a fun machine to use.

11-01-2010 8:34am |