Originally Posted by
Redhead
I know you wanted one that started with whole beans, but I LOVE my Nespresso. It uses pods but makes great espresso. There is a large range of flavours/intensities available. It comes with a milk heater/frother. The one bummer is that you have to get the pods from Nespresso website - you can't get them at Costco or other retailers.
Buy the pods on ebay. Many are up to 40% off.