Making coffee is as much a science as it is an art. Yet, coming from someone who performed very poorly in high school science class, the science is pretty fun to learn about. It's not just about ...

From app controls to voice commands, these are the features that separate smart coffee makers from basic brewers Coffee makers come in all shapes and sizes and offer a variety of ways to brew your ...

Katherine Peach is a well-caffeinated, Brooklyn-based writer, who focuses on all things coffee for CNET. Peach's reviews and writing have appeared in Tasting Table, Mashed, LAist, Yahoo Life, MSN and ...

This iconic stovetop espresso maker is simpler to use than people think. It makes rich, clear espresso for a fraction of the work of using a machine. And since it’s so petite and low-tech, the moka ...

Julie Wolfson is a writer and arts educator living Los Angeles who focuses on telling stories about the creative process. She has covered the world of coffee visiting farms, roasteries, and cafes ...

Usama has a passion for video games and a talent for capturing their magic in writing. He brings games to life with his words, and he's been fascinated by games for as long as he's had a joystick in ...

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It’s 9 a.m. on a misty January morning in Los Angeles. Chef and author Nathan Lyon pulls a shot of espresso on his home machine with beans from Vancouver’s 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters. Lyon admits ...

After water, coffee is America’s most popular beverage. For good reason. Coffee elevates our mood and motivation, while blocking the chemical signals that make us feel tired. It’s associated with a ...

Ina Garten has taught me how to conquer chocolate layer cake, recreate her iconic coconut cake, and take any carrot cake over the top. (Psst…add mascarpone and ginger to cream cheese frosting!) The ...

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to make coffee at home, instead of splurging on coffee- shop lattes, you’re not alone. There are a lot of us who appreciate the ease of a drive-thru or the ...

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