I am looking for an Atlanta Commercial espresso machine supplier and would like to know some good questions to ask. Any coffee shop owners out there that can help?

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I am considering buying an espresso machine for my dorm room next year, yes my dorm room. My college’s coffee shop is disgusting. They use pre-ground Folgers for the espresso, among many other things. I’ve been a barista for two years and know the difference between a really good latte and one that tastes like mud, so quality is important to me.

What is a good, relatively inexpensive (less than 0) espresso machine with a steaming wand that I could buy?

And if so, how do you prefer your coffee….plain old coffee with sugar or cream or do you prefer your coffee as espresso, cappuccino or cafe au lait, etc.? Do you buy and grind your own coffee beans or use instant? If you prefer espresso or a mocha latte, do you have a special coffee machine, or buy from your local coffee shop?