Latest articles by Helen McCue
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Smeg's espresso machine is perfect for small spaces, but is it worth the splurge?
The Smeg espresso machine is the epitome of retro design. It looks beautiful and is simple to use. It makes good coffee, but is it worth the price?
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Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker review: an excellent stand mixer for home bakers
Our experts tested the Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker stand mixer out on a range of different cakes, frostings, meringues, and bread doughs.
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Dyson 360 Vis Nav review: Dyson's robot vacuum cleaner isn't quite perfect
The Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum is good for a robot, but no match for a good cordless vacuum. After weeks of tests, I'm not convinced
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Dyson V15s Detect Submarine – a Dyson that can also mop
The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine brings Dyson power to mopping. I tested it on a combination of wood floors, LVT floors, slate tiles, and stone tiles.
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Dyson Gen5detect review - I've tested more than 100 vacuums, this is the best
The Dyson Gen5detect is the best vacuum in the world, but it's very expensive
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Vitamix A2300 review – a near-perfect all-round blender
It's almost as cheap as a Vitamix gets, but does the Vitamix A2300 live up to the brand? I tested it on smoothies, ice, dips, and even butter to find out.
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Blendtec Designer 625 review
A fuss-free blender that effortlessly blitzes everything in its path
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How to grill pork tenderloin
Skip the heavy, fatty meats, and enjoy this delicate lean grilled tenderloin instead.
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How to cook bacon in an air fryer
Air frying bacon is the best way to do it, saving you time and lowering fat and cholesterol. Here's how to do it.
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How to cook brisket in a slow cooker
The easy way to cook tasty melt-in-the-mouth brisket
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How to grill salmon
It's a little daunting, but smoky salmon cooked on a grill is one of the best meals you can make at home
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How to cook a sweet potato in a microwave
Microwaving cooking has a bad rep, but microwaves are the perfect appliance for cooking potatoes. Here's how to cook a sweet potato in a microwave
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How to grill asparagus
Asparagus is always tasty, but it kicks up a gear when you cook it on a grill. Here's how
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How to make a slushie in a blender
Slushies are a classic summer drink, and while most people think you've got to get them from a movie theater, here's how to make a slushie in a blender.
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How to make fried chicken in an air fryer
Fried chicken is a classic, but it can be greasy and laborious to cook. Fried chicken in an air fryer, is fast, fuss-free, and much less greasy.
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How to cook bacon in a microwave: a step-by step guide
It sounds like it shouldn't work, but cooking bacon in the microwave is a fast, fuss free method of cooking crispy bacon
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How to grill corn on the cob
Grilling is one of the tastiest ways to enjoy fresh in-season corn on the cob
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Ooni Koda 12 pizza oven review: reliable gas garden oven
The Ooni Koda 12 ditches the traditional wood pellets for reliable gas – but can it deliver the same flavor?
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Ooni Fyra 12 review: a small but mighty oven for authentic pizzas
The Ooni Fyra offers an easy way to become a pro at traditional wood fired pizza
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Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender review: is Vitamix's basic blender worth it?
We put the Vitamix E310 Explorian to the test to see if this entry-level blender is as good as the rest of the brand
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Instant Pot Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid review: is this their best multicooker yet?
Instant Pot has outdone itself with its latest and greatest multi-cooker that really can do everything
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Instant Pot Duo Plus review: an electric pressure cooker for easy one-pot meals
An affordable and versatile countertop cooker with multiple uses
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Levoit VortexIQ 40 Cordless Stick Vacuum review
It’s a low-cost cord-free vacuum, but the Levoit VortexIQ 40 doesn’t feel like a budget option
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Cuisinart TOA-60 Air Fryer Toaster Oven review
The Cuisinart TOA-60 Air Fryer Toaster Oven is an air fryer, toaster, oven, and broiler in one, but the capacity means it’s best for small households.
