Coffee / Bar Setup — My Top 5 Essentials

Written By Christin Ko

Coffee/Bar Essentials

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Sometimes all you need is a good coffee machine and a simple tray to bring everything together. This is my everyday setup — practical, minimal, and easy to live with.

My Top 5 Essentials

  1. Breville Espresso Machine

  2. Marble Tray

  3. Glassware

  4. Espresso Accessories (not the default one that comes with your machine)

  5. Your favorite wall art

Breville Espresso Machine

I chose this Breville machine because it’s straightforward and reliable. I like that it tells you when to replace the water filter and when it’s time to descale — small details that make a difference when you actually use it every day. It feels intuitive without being overly technical.

5/5 Would Recommend!

Marble Tray

This tray pulls the whole setup together. It keeps things contained without looking cluttered, and the marble adds just enough contrast without feeling heavy. It’s one of those small pieces that makes the space feel intentional.

This setup isn’t about having the most things — just a few pieces I genuinely enjoy using. I’ll update this list as things change, but these are staples I keep coming back to.

Christin Ko