463413 Sat Nov 24 19:40:35 -0800 2007 3 23 Ontario (including Toronto) 0 3152073 Several months back I asked for opinions on buying a TASSIMO as a gift for my son-in-law... got enough good opinions as to why 'not to buy' (cost/variety of pods etc. etc.) I am now looking to buy the CHEMEX ( I love the look of it!!) It'll be bought in the States and shipped there as well so I have no problem with duty etc. Asking for opinions/suggestions once again....Do you love it? Do you hate it?.......do tell and thanks! Sat Nov 24 19:40:35 -0800 2007 78717 pearlD 1 3152899 Chemex is simple, elegant and functional. I'm looking for one on eBay, as I am nostalgic for Chemex coffee I have enjoyed in the U.S. My preference is a large one, 8-12 cups, hand blown. If he is accident-prone, regular glass will be fine. It seems to work best when the coffee is pre-wetted, and 200F water poured in, in two stages, over four minutes. Some people prefer to have a Salton type wamer under it. I don't, as it encourages keeping the brew too long. http://www.chemexcoffeemaker.com/Coffeemakers.htm Sun Nov 25 09:47:49 -0800 2007 3152073 56131 jayt90 2 3153279 Thanks 'Jayt 90'.....this is the website I looked at myself...I am thinking of getting the handblown 3 cup but they are out of stock, I don't need it until February and I may just call the company to see if they have any idea when they will be getting some ..They were sold in Toronto at EMBROS...but that store is no longer around, I have a friend who has the larger size but he got his in the States... ...good of you and 'mpalmer6c' to reply, thanks so much... Sun Nov 25 12:37:11 -0800 2007 3152899 78717 pearlD 1 3152975 I had a medium-size one and found it makes good coffee. However, you might find it a little slow if you're in a hurry to get out of the house in the morning. Also, the coffee cools off rather quickly. Sun Nov 25 10:33:12 -0800 2007 3152073 55316 mpalmer6c