I work at an advertising agency here in Sweden and one of our customers is a coffee producer. Because of this i have been brainwashed by the "coffee people". Once you step in to the world of coffee you are stuck!
I have a Saeco Odea Giro Plus at home, fully automatic, and recommended by one of my coffee-contacts. Affordable and easy to use, perfect for the morning espresso.
I have tasted most of the famous and exclusive beans but i stil prefer an espresso based on robusta beans.