Let’s think about well-loved holiday traditions. Twinkling lights. Lots of parties. Baking cookies. And, of course, the gift of small appliances.

This year, we expect the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto espresso machine to find a place under the tree — and in the kitchen or any other place you need a quick pick-me-up for many Yules to come. You can serve Santa a perfect cup of espresso in less time than it takes to slide down the chimney.

It’s so easy to use even I can understand the directions. And this single-serve machine is sleek and compact, so it doesn’t hog counter space. So it’s an ideal fit for a home office, break room or dorm room. The Genio is fueled by air-tight, prepackaged capsules so there is no need for a coffee bean grinder.

You can buy the Genio at amazon.com, Dolce-Gusto.us and Kohl’s. MSRP: $129.99.

If you want to score points with your heart throb, consider the stylish, single-serve Fiorucci Dolce Gusto Genio machine designed by the iconic Italian label in a limited-edition design collaboration. Its fashion-forward surface is emblazoned in red, green and white with the inspiring words  “LOVE IS THE MESSAGE” on one side, and a pop art image of a couple exchanging a passionate kiss on the other.

Like the standard Genio, the limited-edition machine has 15 bars of pressure and 17 different hot and cold gourmet beverage options. Imagine visiting your favorite coffee bar, except you don’t have to leave home. It’s available online for a limited time only. ($139.99).