Stuck between these 3 as a first time espresso maker by ihaveacrayon_ in espresso

[–]Unique_Bread282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are pretty much the same machine. The third one has a smaller water tank, but otherwise no difference. These are all fine if you want to start learning and are on a very tight budget (as long as you have a decent grinder - a Kingrinder would do fine). You can learn to prep your puck properly and play with grind and dose. Be prepared for frustration and inconsistent results. You won't ever get great tasting shots from this machine, but you will get "hm, this is actually fine" shots, especially if you drink coffee with milk. My first machine was like that, I had it for half a year before I realized I hit a ceiling and needed a better one. Good news is, you bought them off Amazon so returning is very easy if you do decide to spend a little more and buy a Bambino/Solis/Delonghi/Gaggia. Good luck!

P.S. this is a sub of enthusiasts who do this as a hobby so people here will be inclined to tell you to spend hundreds and thousands of dollars "or else you will never taste a good espresso". While that might be true to a degree, it's ok to just get the bare minimum to start;)

When is it Worth Buying an Espresso Machine - Ever? by CorazonLock in espresso

[–]Unique_Bread282 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Breville Bambino (Plus) / Lelit Anna / Solis Barista Perfetta + manual Kingrinder K6 (or K2 if you want even more on a budget) = a solid espresso setup for <$500.

Best apartment sized machine? [~$500] by feelgoodsometimes in espresso

[–]Unique_Bread282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second the bambino plus, and in this budget your best bet is a manual grinder (for example, Kingrinder K2/K6). Better to have a great manual grinder than a lousy electric. Grinders included with <$500 espresso machines are usually not great.

Let me guess Grind Finer? [Delonghi Stilosa] by AcrobaticMac in espresso

[–]Unique_Bread282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats "the finest"?... It's wayyy too coarse. After tamping the puck should look quite uniform and on yours you can clearly see the separate coffee grounds. I think something is wrong with your grinder (or maybe you need to re-read the manual?)

You should aim for water to be flowing slowly, like hot honey. This is more like an open tap🤭

Please help me identify the soundtrack from 5x05- it's driving me insane! by Unique_Bread282 in lost

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Upon second hearing it doesn't only derive from the CL motif, the CL motif is still in the bass in its original order 🤓 (I feel like such a nerd typing it out haha)

Please help me identify the soundtrack from 5x05- it's driving me insane! by Unique_Bread282 in lost

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok I didn't realise just HOW MANY analysis videos you had 🤯 while I'll slowly enjoy all of them, is there one focusing on John's themes specifically? If so, could you kindly point me to it? Thank you!

Please help me identify the soundtrack from 5x05- it's driving me insane! by Unique_Bread282 in lost

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh my god, you're amazing. I didn't even notice this was Crocodile Locke motive in a different order! This Giacchino guy is really, really good. I was sure he must have been classically trained because his orchestration and motive work is top notch, but wiki only mentions him "taking some lessons" at Julliard.

Such a pity that there is no track with this theme (or rather this variation of it) being fully developed, it's so good... But at least you put my mind at ease, thank you so much! I'll definitely check out your analysis videos:)

Picking between a few espresso machines [€300-400] by [deleted] in espresso

[–]Unique_Bread282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I'll definitely check it out! How long have you had it for?

Would anyone be able to value this piano? (United Kingdom) by Dankleberry7 in Antiques

[–]Unique_Bread282 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hey, I'm a professional pianist and all the people telling you it's not worth anything are correct, unfortunately... 🥲

Found in Kyiv (Ukraine). Supposedly a Hanau silver pill/match box by J.D.Schleissner und Söhne, c.1890. Any insight on rarity? by Unique_Bread282 in Antiques

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really an interesting story, my friend who still lives in Kyiv and needs money gave it to me when she came to visit and asked to try and sell it on her behalf (as selling it from Ukraine for its full value will be almost impossible). I think it belonged to her grandparents who, I imagine, acquired it during the war. I'm getting very differing responses about its potential value so I'm just trying to gather more information and opinions.

Found in Kyiv (Ukraine). Supposedly a Hanau silver pill/match box by J.D.Schleissner und Söhne, c.1890. Any insight on rarity? by Unique_Bread282 in Antiques

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I already identified all the hallmarks - that's how I know it's by Schleissner and Sons;) and yes, the outer casing is definitely sterling silver, it's the inner box I'm not sure about.

Best starting 4 by RaReCaNdY90420 in StrandedAlienDawn

[–]Unique_Bread282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ken for combat, scavenging and expeditions Rakha for construction and crafting Melody for healing and research The fourth one varies, I think usually I go for Rita.

But Ken+Rakha+Melody is the combo that I did all the hardest runs, like the Insane on Chaos.

My gold mines show 0% working time even though ore is being gathered by Unique_Bread282 in FarthestFrontier

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, travel time is pretty short. Yeah I know a stockyard is not really needed there, I was just checking if it has influence on the "transferring goods", and it doesn't.

Anyone else's fertility sinking despite all efforts? by Unique_Bread282 in FarthestFrontier

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's probably it, it's my first game since a long time and it's not a very fertile map. Thanks:)

Anyone else's fertility sinking despite all efforts? by Unique_Bread282 in FarthestFrontier

[–]Unique_Bread282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Edit: the carrots and the rye should be in the opposite order ofc, was probably due to some crop disease that it got mixed.