As a trained chef, I'm a harsh critic when it comes to coffee. I'm obsessive with flavor and texture – and my partner trained as a barista, so our combined standards are impossibly high.
With my days in the professional kitchen behind me, I now make a living by testing kitchen appliances, including the best coffee makers. I’ve tested everything from quiet KitchenAids and automatic De’Longhis to swish drip coffee makers and chic Bialettis. It's rare for me to get very excited by a product anymore, but the Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso Maker, discounted by $150 at SharkNinja, changed that. It's the only coffee maker I want in my home.
