Pulling a barista-quality espresso shot at home requires a few key things, starting with quality beans, a grinder, and (of course) an espresso machine. Just as important, though, is using a tamper to ...

Whether it conjures an image of a sun-drenched Italian coastline or a cortisol-drenched commute through rush hour, espresso plays a substantial role in many of our lives. Baristas, both professional ...