Espresso fan here. Context - I've been preparing my daily espresso-based drink for some 15 years at home. I realized that most of these years, I've sourced beans from darkcity coffee. For the first few yeas, every now and then I would try neighbourhood roasters or even some Vancouver-based ones but either price was unreasonable or the consistency was lacking. For the last 5 years or so, I didn't try any other seller. Lately, price has gone up considerably as well. Time to explore. Maybe source locally in GTA; Etobicoke/Mississauga/West end - where I can pick up freshly roasted beans. Any recommendations?

These days my morning shot goes in a Cortado; with an occasional afternoon solo shot. My setup includes a great barista vario W grinder (12 years old and going strong!) and an ECM technika iv. Full-bodied, flavorfull, excellent crema is what I am after.

cross-posted from: /c/oceanside_bc

This year he was surprised see "French Press Coffee Roasters - U.S.A" displayed on the screen when his coffee was awarded the gold medal, particularly "galling" given the recent trade friction between Canada and the U.S.

Here I am, sending 32 grams of concrete reinforcing materials to the compost bin every day.

TLDW: set a budget, decide if you want electric or manual, consider the priority brewing method, then a few other considerations. Just don't get a blade grinder.

I thought the first post in this community should be this video.

Cheers!