I’m a huge coffee enthusiast and have spent so much time curating my absolute favorite recs—from home espresso gear, grinders, and pour-over kettles to my go-to local coffee shops in LA for remote work and cozy weekend vibes! Hope this helps you find...
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Daily Home Brewing Gear
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Favorite LA Coffee Shops
Daily Home Brewing Gear
I'm a huge coffee drinker and have spent years testing and curating my favorite recommendations, from beans and espresso machines to manual brewers and filters. This list features the exact tools I rely on every morning, plus a bonus section featurin...
My go-to for smooth espresso-style coffee when I'm traveling or short on time—takes under 2 minutes to clean!
AeroPress Original Coffee & Espresso Maker
Heats up lightning-fast and gives you total control over the pour-over stream.
Stagg EKG Electric Kettle | Stagg Pro & Pro Studio
The ultimate entry-level burr grinder—gives you super consistent grounds every single morning.
Encore™ | Baratza (US)
Simple, durable, and brings out all the subtle fruit and floral notes in light roasts.
Hario V60 Ceramic Dripper 02 Set
Looks beautiful on the counter and produces the cleanest, crispest cup of coffee.
Glass Handle Chemex Coffee Maker - 8 cups
Makes rich, concentrated brew that stands up perfectly against warm steamed milk.
Coffee makers - Products
Essential for locking in your coffee-to-water ratio and timing pour-overs precisely.
Best Coffee Scales in 2026 for Accurate Brewing
Beans & Fresh Roasts
Dark, comforting blend with rich chocolate notes—amazing with oat milk.
Bella Donovan
Super forgiving brew profile—perfect everyday drinker for drippers and French presses.
Frequency Blend | Specialty Coffee
Favorite LA Coffee Shops
Creative signature drinks and rare international bean offerings you can't get anywhere else.
Locations – Dayglow Online
Minimalist space with the best iced matcha latte and cleanest espresso shots in the city.
Maru Coffee
Tucked away in Far East Plaza, this is a true coffee geek’s paradise. Super precise, artisanal pour-overs crafted right in front of you.
Endorffeine Coffee
Founded by two local brothers—the space is gorgeous and their signature espresso drinks (try the 'Figueroa') are unbeatable.
