Re: Addicted to Starbucks
I love coffee drinks and don't like to give them up! I also worked at a coffee shop for a long time, and have a few tricks.
CUT OUT THE WHIPPED CREAM! It doesn't add that much. Ask for extra foam at the top.
SKIM MILK! Obviously.
People have mentioned SF syrup, and I usually get a skinny, sf vanilla latte. However, you can order a plain latte (just milk and espresso) and mix in your very own packet of SF hot chocolate. Instant 3 pt mocha! Some coffee shops will do it for you--I give them the packet and tell them I have special dietary needs. If they won't, just do it yourself.
Also, a cappachino uses less milk than a latte, since its all foamy and airy. Just FYI.
As for making real espresso at home, you need a machine that normally comes with a frother. There are also wands you can buy that just froth the milk, which you can add to strong coffee. But I dont know where to get those...
HTH!
Kaitlin
Lifetime as of November 21, 2005 & getting back to goal!
HW - 185
GW - 145
CW - 158