Our kitchen and dining writer tried several panini presses and then talked to expert sandwich makers, panini-shop owners, and recipe developers to find the very best models on the market.

To name a few of the varieties: Tomme aux fleurs coated with edible flowers and cave-aged gruyere; truffle, goat and blue cheeses from France and Spain; and cheddar, ticino and alpine cheese from ...

English cucumber: A firm cucumber with small seeds and a crisp texture. Kosher salt: To coat the cucumbers to help remove excess moisture, while also adding flavor. Cream cheese: The base of a creamy, ...