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	Shot Timing and Acidity
	Hey all... I've tried a search but never seem to find a direct answer to my questions... Shot timing... Upon timing my pulls I've noticed that in order to get the 25 (roughly) seconds for 2oz it sometimes "dribbles" out of the PF. This doesn't seem normal!? Acidity... My research tells me that the acidity of the espresso is controlled... more » By Titans - Jul 5 - 3 new of 3 messages

	For those interested
	[link] By sprsso - Jul 4 - 13 new of 13 messages

What cleaned my pot!

One of solutions I kept coming across in response to methods on how to clean a stainless-steel carafe was to use a denture cleaning tablet. I was skeptical, but I came across it over and over again. Well, I just happened to have one, so I decided to give it a try this a.m. I used very hot water, popped a table in, and came back about six... more »

By Anthony Ferrante - Jul 3 - 5 new of 5 messages

	4th of July picnic
	Howdy Folks! Well the knee's feeling better and a lot of family & friends will be gathering to celebrate the 4th of July. I figure it's my job to supply the coffee so I'll be roasting some beans tonight. I'll be having two setups; 1) the new Bunn airpot, and 2) the Nuova Simonelli 1-group. I have several beans to choose from;... more » By Tex - Jul 3 - 15 new of 15 messages

	Stupid Media ..Reports on the number of Closings..but no
	mention in the headlines...of HOW MANY STORES ARE STILL GOING TO BE OPEN ..unreal By Getting a head start. McCaine can not possibly win. Case closed - Jul 2 - 2 new of 2 messages

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...I've noticed it and that it isn't on every post. I asked supernews to look into it and they had no clue. I hadn't heard of the "wrap_flags" variable; I'll look into it. Your assistance is very much appreciated!

By AZ Nomad - Jul 2 - 6 new of 6 messages

Starbucks closing 600 stores!

Starbucks closing 5 percent of U.S. stores As many as 12,000 Starbucks workers will lose their jobs when the company begins closing 600 U.S. stores this summer. The Seattle coffee company is cutting 5 percent of its U.S. locations as part of a wide-ranging effort to boost its bottom line and its stock price. The chain is accelerating international growth.... more »

By Anthony Ferrante - Jul 2 - 1 new of 1 message

	Best way to clean thermos?
	I have a coffee maker with a Stainless-steel carafe. It has darkened recently and what is the best way to clean them and try and get the discoloration out? Thanks, Anthony By Anthony Ferrante - Jul 2 - 15 new of 15 messages

	Global Day of Action against Starbucks (July 5)
	News & Views for Anarchists & Activists: [link] July 5: Global Day of Action Against Starbucks Tuesday, July 01 2008 @ 01:24 PM CDT Global Day of Action Against Starbucks In the name of the Union of Commerce of CNT Seville (Spain) I am inviting base unions and anarchist groups to help us to organize a... more » By Dan Clore - Jul 2 - 1 new of 1 message