#nespresso

#nespresso

At 4:45 pm on Wednesdays, I'm used to hearing my editors discuss the evening's stories. This week, I eavesdropped on a conversation about the similarities between a coffee pod and an oxidized avocado. I was visiting Nespresso's new flagship location in Manhattan's tourist-heavy Flatiron district, a well-lit, open-air space that feels almost like an Apple store. The Nestlé-owned coffee company opened the nearly 14,000 square-foot store in December, billing its now-largest retail space as "a destination for modern coffee culture" in a press release.

If your favorite season is approaching, you're in good company. I adore fall and winter - I'm not much of a summer gal, but once cold weather hits, you better believe I'm going all-out with bringing that seasonal appeal into every aspect of my life. I throw myself feverishly into cooking up batches of fall soup and hosting fabulous seasonal brunches, and there's one aspect of daily life that never goes untouched by the shifting seasons: morning coffee time.

Ortiz says this machine is "the gift that keeps on giving," because it helps her save money on buying coffee out. Instead of spending up to $7 (or more) on a drink every morning at a coffee shop, you can have your beverage of choice on command whenever you want -- for the cost of a pod, which starts at around $1.

Swiss food giant Nestle appointed Alfonso Gonzalez Loeschen as the next global chief executive of Nespresso, effective Nov. 1, 2025. Gonzalez Loeschen, currently CEO of Nespresso North America, will also join Nestle's Executive Board. He succeeds Philipp Navratil, who earlier this month was elevated to CEO of Nestle global after the company fired former CEO Laurent Freixe, citing a relationship with a subordinate.

Whether you're new to the world of Nespresso or just trying to find a new morning brew, you've probably noticed there is a dizzying array of capsules to choose from. Even if you avoid compatible brands and stick to Nespresso options only, you're faced with different flavors, shapes, and sizes. So how do you know which one is for you? Well, there are two things that will help you navigate the catalogue:

If you're determined to create a kitchen full of appliances and objects that are designed as much to be looked at as to be used then Labor Day is the perfect opportunity to spend less. Functional design is all very well, but aesthetics are important, too. And there are a whole host of kitchen objects that are a cut above in terms of their design.

The Melozio Boost and Stormio Boost capsules both have 200 milligrams of caffeine per pod, making them perfect for those mornings when you need more than a little pep in your step. In fact, the Nespresso website describes them as "functional coffees to jump help you start the day." These beverages are infused with coffee extract to boost their caffeine content. This extra caffeine is naturally collected up during the steam treatment process used to decaffeinate other coffee beans.

The Nespresso ristretto measures at a smaller 25 milliliters, creating a short shot with a more intense, rich, slightly sweeter flavor than a standard espresso shot.

A Nespresso Vertuo machine offers convenience for coffee lovers by using Vertuo pods, which simplify the brewing process by having instructions on their rims.

"The intricate notes of Nespresso's El Salvador pods are enjoyable at any moment, especially when indulging in a sweet treat like chocolate-covered strawberries."

The Double Espresso Dolce pod for a Nespresso Vertuo machine or the Volluto capsule for the original Nespresso are by far the best options for this drink.

The recent discontinuation of Nespresso's Sunny Almond Vanilla pod has left fans in mourning, as users express their grief across TikTok with satirical memorials.

Golden Caramel Nespresso pods provide a balanced flavor, making them ideal for a mild affogato without being overly sweet or bitter.

Intenso's bitterness will help draw out the flavor of the espresso in your tiramisu, making the dessert taste sweeter and more intense.

If you bought the machine directly from Nespresso, either in one of its stores or online, you have up to 30 days to return it.