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This machine does all you would want an espresso machine to do. I do not claim to be a barista but I did own
a Saeco Via Venetia for many years ... and I see absolutely no difference in the results. The Cuisinart seems to
be well built ... all the buttons and switches have a very solid feel about them ... and the case appears to be
brushed metal not plastic but I really can't tell ... and to my eyes at least is very attractive ... all my friends
who saw it thought it cost a real lot more then I paid ... Its not very noisy and the frothing wand works well also
... and it does use pods for those so inclined ... at this price point (~150CDN)its a very nice buy!
A thoughtful touch from Cuisinart was including a metal frothing cup which saves the end user a fair bit of money. The enclosed
tamping tool works but some people might want to get a better one as made out of plastic and is a bit clumsy to hold...
but it was included and it does work ... The machine has a three year guarantee which is really very nice so if you
are in the market for a highly functional espresso machine I suggest that you take a look at the Cuisinart. Not a big
name in the espresso game but big time results ...
Recent Update:
Concerning the water temp for making espresso ... I made the mistake of making espresso with the steam/hot water button set on the hot water setting ... since there are only two icons I presumed that was the correct one .... the steam/hot water knob actually has THREE positions ... the middle UNMARKED setting is used for espresso ... but for some reason there is no marker to show that position. If u keep the knob at the hot water setting it will produce approximately 80ish degree Celsius water (not hot enough) while making espresso ... if u set the knob in the center (espresso) position while making espresso the water temp will be correct at approximately 90ish Celsius. (Experimental error prevents perfectly accurate water temp measurement because we cant measure it inside the filter basket.)
So do check to make sure u have set the steam/hot water button to the right place to make espresso ... believe me i read the instructions many times ... but i certainly missed that small detail. OMG
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model Number | EM-100C |
| Colour | Silver |
| Product Dimensions | 25.4 x 32.39 x 37.47 cm; 6.57 kg |
| Capacity | 1.3 liters |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Special Features | Removable Tank |
| Item Weight | 6.57 kg |
