/ck/ - Food & Cooking

Hello coffee general, tea enthusiast looking to branch into the other half of the hot drink world.

I'm trying to get a simple espresso setup and was wondering if I got my homework done correct from more experienced Anons.

>A machine is ideal due to pressure when brewing.
>Don't have enough space in the kitchen for a machine so was looking at manual means (plus don't also want to drop a ton of money for a drink I'll have only a few times a week)
>French press is NOT a good choice for espresso because sediment tends to get in the drink?

Would an Aeropress, a handheld frother, a manual grinder with a CERAMIC burr, and my electric kettle be all that I need for cappuccinos, lattes, and now and then americano?

Thanks for any and all help, for exchange I work with drinking water for my trade so I can offer some pointers on water quality or tea recommendations if anyone is interested.