The Home Barista's Quill

The Home Barista's Quill

Espresso and Chess: The Home Barista's Morning Ritual

A slow morning, a dialed-in shot, and a board set up before the world wakes up. Here's why espresso and chess belong in the same ritual, and how to make both sharper.

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Jan 30, 2026
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