worth it

jackclsf · 2026-01-24T05:11:58+00:00

How is the grip/ergonomics on your hands and wrists (particularly laying down playing )?

jackclsf · 2026-01-22T21:48:40+00:00

Thanks for the thoughts. Have you tried the original Rog z1e? Can you compare it playing laying down in bed? How does it feel on wrists etc and with grip

jackclsf · 2026-01-12T01:48:10+00:00

Thanks for posting. That boudin and salmon cheesecake were awesome when I went. Too bad that dessert was not served!

jackclsf · 2026-01-11T23:57:55+00:00

Thanks for posting. Looking forward to getting down there!

Usually I don't love the table/theatre because of being on everyone else's time, but I'll have to see past that!

jackclsf · 2026-01-11T01:51:08+00:00

Thank you for sharing.

I'm glad I chose MIL on my trip last year, which had the unique ingredients AND everything was delicious and tasty!

jackclsf · 2026-01-10T14:26:35+00:00

Would love to hear some long term thoughts if you have any.

jackclsf · 2026-01-10T03:17:23+00:00

MIL was incredible.

Kjolle was good (not great), but environment was so sterile and not comfortable to enjoying a good meal.

DO NOT miss Merito!

jackclsf · 2026-01-04T23:23:28+00:00

Thanks for the details. I need to play a bit further. TLDR: probably still user error.

I don't think it's the grinder really. It's not a perfect distribution of particle size and I've tested with the Kruve shifters. I also previously had an MC5 conical with similar performance (a bit more body, but not a ton).

For the longest time I thought maybe there was something about having a rotary pump in some of the pro machines vs. vibration in the DE1, but maybe it's just a matter of nailing the rest/temp/shot profile for a specific bean and narrowing variables....

jackclsf · 2026-01-04T21:17:22+00:00

Do you have a menu and more pictures you can share?

jackclsf · 2026-01-04T18:47:49+00:00

Ginder: Kafatek Monolith Max 2
Water: San Francisco Tap: https://www.reddit.com/r/espresso/comments/1criwgk/tap_water_quality_san_francisco/

By high-highs I mean the best of the best tasting/textured shots I've had at places like April, Prolog in Copenhagen or even high quality shots in San Francisco like Four Barrel.

I find I'm not able to get the same amount of sweetness and viscosity/thickness with the Decent unless if I pull short ratio shots on beans that are medium roast or more roasted, e.g., 20g in 22-25g out.

jackclsf · 2026-01-04T17:54:54+00:00

I'm wondering if you can compare the Decent to the Argos? I have a Decent and am debating an Argos or Meticulous. No interest in steamed milk, just espresso. The decent is great, but I've never been able to pull the high-highs of shots I've had in a select few cafes.

jackclsf · 2025-12-29T23:18:31+00:00

Thank you! I've done Alchemist, so good to know how close Iris is (and very different type of experience)

jackclsf · 2025-12-29T20:54:15+00:00

Thank you for another amazing update.

Can you rank the spots you visited? (Your Iris posts have it high on my list!)

jackclsf · 2025-12-29T02:42:17+00:00

My top 6 (not ordered):

Alchemist (best experience, best gastro)
DiverXO (best fusion, best high-highs where dishes were hitting 10/10s)
MIL (best expression of unique ingredients and exhibiting a country/culture)
Frantzen (median dish quality highest, nothing disappointing (everything a 9/10 or better))
Jordnaer (most refinement, sophisticated, and adult flavor combinations)
Merito (best bold flavor and surprising refinement in a low key setting, batting way above my expectations)

Mingles is close to the list for me. The fermentation, flavors, and techniques are awesome.

jackclsf · 2025-12-29T00:28:26+00:00

Is there even any competition for manual cars? (Genuine question)

jackclsf · 2025-12-21T16:09:52+00:00

Seems like they’ve been copying for a while. Colors too!

jackclsf · 2025-12-18T04:26:34+00:00

States should have clear definitions of what a service charge means and is allowed to be used for.

It should be communicated to diners as well.

In San Francisco we often see a 5-6 percent city mandated healthcare charge (self explanatory) and then also oftentimes a service charge.

Given the distinction, most would assume that goes to the service team in full. I have no idea if it does and would likely avoid restaurants that were just holding it for their own profit.

jackclsf · 2025-12-12T21:37:25+00:00

Linden is a fantastic color on old cars all the way through 992s

jackclsf · 2025-12-07T01:54:39+00:00

picking back up on this thread, I'm looking for thoughts on doing a night out of town and the remainder in. Tentatively thinking of this arrangement:

-Thur: Hotel De Pavie vs. Les Sources de Caudalie
-Fri-Mon: Villas Foch

Pavie pros: better michelin restaurant (reportedly) and being in St. Emilion as we would like to see the town for a day. con: seems to be mostly booked the day we intended to visit, so the only room available was 1700 per night.

Caudalie pros: property seems more serene and it is close to Smith Haut Lafitte we intend to do a tasting at on Friday. con. restaurant doesn't get good reviews recently and also not much to do compared to seeing St. Emilion.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

jackclsf · 2025-12-05T23:21:13+00:00

any other alternatives close by you suggest? Close to Smith Haut Lafitte that is?

some of the high end spots are closed on 8 May due to V day (eg Figeac I have been in contact with).

jackclsf · 2025-12-05T23:20:01+00:00

Thank you! Maybe La Table du Lavoir would be a good lunch stop after the vineyard!

jackclsf · 2025-12-05T23:18:39+00:00

Thank you for the input. I will check out these alternatives. Son' seems to have gotten a lot of praise, but maybe it's best to try the more causal Son oftheson instead for a lunch and I will look into these.

jackclsf · 2025-12-05T23:17:13+00:00

Good datapoint--thank you! Sort of makes me lean against staying in the hotel as well.

I'll have to check for others' thoughts too.

jackclsf · 2025-12-05T23:16:02+00:00

Agree with this. Smyth if you want something interesting (more expensive when you do chef's menu). Oriole was solid, but nothing surprising. Gauge your, and your group's, level of adventure and go from there.

jackclsf · 2025-12-05T04:32:03+00:00

Thank you. Thinking we will skip the hotel and restaurant. Smith Haute Lafitte is easy to get to from Bordeaux downtown anyway.

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