Bialetti Moka 6 Cup Express Espresso Maker

A: As Bradshaw mentioned, try to keep the handle away from the heat source as it is plastic!

A: Boil the water first, add it to the pot with the coffee and put it on medium heat until you hear it finish.

A: Hi PeachyHans, I am sorry to hear about your first experience with the Moka. The handle is plastic and should not be exposed to high heat source. Please make sure you place the whole base on the stove, over a medium flame (heat source) and make sure the handle is pointed away for the flame, or to the side of the burner. please contact our customer service department with your experience. 800-421-6290

A: Wrap a good deal of aluminium foil on the handle to reflect the heat.

A: I think the key is to place the base of the moka pot off the center of the burner rather than in the center of the burner. And also, place turn the handle to the outermost aspect of the burner top so it doesn't melt or get too hot.

A: I use mine on a gas stove - but I see no reason why it wouldn't work on an electric stove...my assumption is as long as water is brought to a boil - it will work.

A: Yes, you can use it on an electric stove top.

A: Yes you can use it on an electric stovetop! :)

A: I use ithe on my electric stovetop all the time - love it!

A: If we're talking about a modern induction stove, then no, a Bialletti moka pot absolutely will NOT work, not without some kind of adapter pad, as the pot is aluminum.

A: Hi, Carshone - the Bialetti Moka 6 cup Express Espresso Maker is made in Italy. There is an induction plate available on Target.com that does allow for induction use. Thank you!

A: The smaller 3 oz pot with the hex base and the round top is made in Romania. The 6 oz pot is made in Italy, at least back when I bought mine a few years ago.

A: Checked in store last week and it says Made in Romania.

A: Wash/rinse it by hand with hot or warm water. I recalled in another web site NOT to use dish detergent. Confirm my comment with the included instructions.

A: Hi there, no the Moka Express is not dishwasher safe. This should be washed by hand and hand dried to avoid oxidation. Hope this helps!

A: It basically just makes hot espresso and then you can decide what to do with it after; if you want to throw it over ice and milk and make a latte.

A: It is very easy, it only takes about 4 minutes.

A: Nope, just one valve, but it works great!

A: Moka cafe - Romania Moka express - Italy

A: They should have one included. You can buy replacement ones too.

A: Aluminum

A: Yes, part or the moka is the “seasoning” of flavor, these 3 batches help start this. Also, as these items are shipped and moved before getting to you these 3 cup will help clean the insides. Please follow these steps. Hope this helps!