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I’ve spent more mornings than I care to admit staring into the void of my empty coffee mug, wondering why I can’t just be the kind of person who floats into the kitchen and whips up a perfect cappuccino. I’ve tried it all: the pour-over that takes 10 minutes too long, the French press that leaves a film of regret, the espresso machine that needed a PhD to operate. Nothing ever stuck.

Enter: the Nespresso VertuoPlus Coffee and Espresso Machine by De’Longhi, aka my latest add-to-cart. It’s sleek. It’s hot. It doesn’t talk back. And it’s 35% off for Amazon Prime Day (July 8–11), which means it’s basically begging to be adopted.

If you’re already a Prime member, you know the drill — fast shipping, exclusive deals, questionable late-night purchases. If you’re not, consider this your sign from the universe to sign up.

The VertuoPlus uses smart barcode tech to brew the perfect cup — espresso, double espresso, or full-on coffee — depending on which pod you pop in. It heats up in 15 seconds and has a swiveling water tank that adjusts to your kitchen vibe. The cherry on top? A milk frother that does hot or cold foam in literal seconds. No effort, no noise, no stress. Just you, your coffee, and the illusion of having your shit together.

This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to chef-approved gourmet meal kits to the full suite of Ninja appliances. Prior to joining the Post’s shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith’s Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.