title_body: Least Expensive Way to Make Decent Espresso-based Milk Drinks?
upvoted_answer: If only after Latte, Bialetti Brikka will get you 9/10. Also the grinder will be a bit less demanding.
  Add an induction milk frother (stainless cup) and you're set at a fraction of the cost and maintenance needs of a portafilter machine.