The KitchenAid Semi-Athematic espresso machine is my first technical forray into the at home espresso world.  I have always trusted the KitchenAid Brand, and was super excited to give this machine a try.  It comes with instructions, and is a pretty quick set up.  I did give all the parts a very thorough washing prior to the first use.  The portafiller is very easy to fill and tamp and insert.  The espresso comes out hot and fast, in less than two minutes.  I would like to be able to use a larger travel mug, but it is just as easy to dump a small mug into my travel tumbler.   I am still learning all the bells and whistles but can't wait to get this machine settled in.