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Peter A

In article >, says...
> I'm in the market for a compact-model espresso machine,
> one that reliably produces high-quality espresso, in
> small amounts (say one or two espresso cups at a time).
> It does not need to have an integral milk steamer or
> coffee grinder (although separately, I'm interested in
> knowing what sort of grinder is best, as I know my
> current coffee grinder cannot grind the stuff fine enough).
>

We have a Krups model 964 espresso machine that has been going string
for 10 years. Steamer but no grinder.

For grinder, definitely a burr grinder (as opposed to a "blender" type.
Our Braun is also a workhorse, can grind very fine.

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Peter Aitken