Alex Praytor

Alex Praytor worked her first job as a barista, finished college, and then took a tour to the other side of the globe. She fell in love with espresso and her would-be husband in Europe. She spends her spare time visiting native Texas landmarks, ancient castles, and all the coffee shops she finds along the way. At home, she is a mom, ESL teacher, and writer, who hones her coffee-making skills daily. She enjoys passing on her coffee findings to fellow caffeine addicts in search of the perfect cup.

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Top Ninja Coffee Maker of 2024: A Beginners Review of Ninja’s Best Machines

When browsing the coffee maker section to find a coffee machine to replace your old one, it’s hard not to notice Ninja coffee makers screaming out for attention while sitting amongst their competition. The Ninja designs are just a little more edgy, sleek, and will never quite fit in with the crowd. Ironically they are

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Breville Cafe Roma Review [ESP8XL 2024 Update] – Is it Worth It?

While I do enjoy the simplicity of drip machines, for me, nothing beats the flavor of a classic espresso with crema on top. At the beginning of my coffee-drinking career, I thought an espresso existed simply to make delicious lattes, cappuccinos, and perhaps a dirty chai every now and then. While these are great uses

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Nespresso Vertuoline vs Evoluo: A Tale of 2 Rich Brewers (2024 Winner Is…)

Espresso can be the perfect drink to get you started in the morning. Its rich flavor and smooth texture include everything we love about a coffee packed into a demitasse. But while we may love the taste of espresso and our favorite coffee drinks, we may not always want to be an in-house barista the

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