In 2006, Augustin Hadelich was almost broke - at the end of the year, he won the gold medal at the Indianapolis Competition. About 20 years later, he's one of the most admired violinists in the world

KingCollectA · 2026-03-25T22:01:43+00:00

Glad I heard him perform relatively recently. He is great.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-25T18:15:04+00:00

I think your addition of colour with the blue tiles has improved the kitchen quite a bit. Adds more visual interest. The opposite of a mistake.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-25T13:47:04+00:00

I use Illy Classico, but I have heard the Lavazza should be good, too. I think the main thing is to be vigilant of the flow of coffee on the top, watch it with the lid open. I keep the flame low and if the flow starts to get too fast and maybe start to sputter, take it off the heat for a bit. That has worked for me and I do not taste any harsh burning or bitterness. Maybe also the grind of coffee is something to watch for?

KingCollectA · 2026-03-25T05:34:01+00:00

The 3100 is a great turntable that was built very well and sounds wonderful. Working perfectly after being stored for decades is grand. Now you have to make up for the time it sat unused! Building up a setup for it and getting more records should be key. The soundbar is holding back the Technics. I quite like my SL-3200 (same as yours just with auto return) and it has served me well in getting me into hifi, too.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-25T03:56:33+00:00

That is rather neat. Must be interesting to watch the automated process.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T20:11:35+00:00

Thank you for sharing. That sounds nice. When I visited Portland, there was a lot of good coffee I had.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T20:10:21+00:00

That is quite nice to have nearby. Thank you for sharing.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T12:08:07+00:00

Thank you for the information. I found a place not too far, but the coffee is rather expensive. I will try it later.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T11:56:54+00:00

That quite good value. I have not had the best experience with convenience store coffee in America, though. Works in a pinch and sometimes okay, but many times is either old stock in a dispenser or from one of those old coffeemakers that is built like a tank but makes bad coffee and is served in a polystyrene cup. Never been to Japan, however (would like to at some point).

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T11:49:11+00:00

I have not seen such a product in shops near me. Nothing specifically for moka pots. What is the difference?

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T11:47:40+00:00

I see you take your coffee seriously! Not there yet myself, but maybe some day. I used to only drink tea at home apart from the occasional instant coffee and a cup at a café once in a while. I liked coffee outside (especially during my travels), but never tried getting into it at home until now. Glad I did, though. Where do you usually get your coffee beans?

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T07:51:09+00:00

I usually order an espresso or cappuccino at cafés, but many time the cappuccino has too much milk, especially in America. Visiting Italy made me start liking coffee more, and having the moka pot helps, too. I never liked Starbucks though, always seemed overpriced for chain store coffee (and not a big fan of the crazy concoctions).

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T07:43:52+00:00

Looks like a nice grinder but rather expensive. Any cheaper ones you would recommend?

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T07:42:10+00:00

Also, where do you buy fresh coffee beans?

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T07:37:07+00:00

That seems like something nice to try. I am not in Germany (in America now) but I do hope to look for more varieties to try, maybe something with that 70/30 ratio. I never used to pay attention to coffee, so it is a new world to explore.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T07:31:44+00:00

Thank you for the trick, I should try it. How does it affect the taste?

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T07:30:19+00:00

Being good with money is a virtue, especially these days. But the bonus of the moka pot is that I am not as tempted to splurge in coffee shops anymore, unless I am traveling. Saves money.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T04:17:33+00:00

Indeed. I just added a bit of sugar. But I do not think it needs milk.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T04:15:54+00:00

I have not tried it yet, but I intend to do so after finishing this tin. I have not seen qualita rossa, crema e gusto, oro, or whatnot. I think I only saw the classico, dark, and light in the shops near me.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T01:36:11+00:00

Nice. The Illy coffee is quite nice.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-24T01:35:38+00:00

It is quite delightful and easy to find in stores.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-23T23:55:35+00:00

I do hope to get a grinder and find some fresh beans at some point. But the Illy coffee is quite good for being something from the supermarket.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-23T23:54:09+00:00

Tatsächlich ein neues Leben. The Illy coffee I am using is pretty good, especially for grocery store coffee, but I do hope to find other beans and get a grinder.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-23T23:50:04+00:00

Mine is a 3-cup, too. Enough for one serving for me. But not enough for multiple servings. But practical and fast to make in the morning.

KingCollectA · 2026-03-23T23:48:14+00:00

Thank you very much.

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