
Laura Honey
Laura is our eCommerce editor. Before Homes & Gardens she studied English at Oxford University. Alongside her studies, she qualified as a barista and trained as a master perfumer. This makes her our certified expert for all things coffee, candles, and fragrance. Laura has worked for luxury retail brands, reinforcing the importance of quality and style over quantity and fads. She looks for products which have been designed with thoughtful finishes. The secret to her heart is simplicity in products, in style and, of course, in your homes and gardens.
Latest articles by Laura Honey
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Nutribullet immersion blender review – a basic, bargain blender
If you're looking for a budget immersion blender, look no further than the Nutribullet. It has a durable build, two attachments, and variable speed settings.
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Best KitchenAid attachments – accessories for pasta, ice cream, cookies, and more
The best KitchenAid attachments will transform your stand mixer into a multifunctional appliance. Here are the must-haves as well as the ones to avoid.
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The best drip coffee maker under $100 - advice from an expert barista
The best drip coffee maker under $100 is actually only $50 and it's called the Bodum Bistro. Simple and stylish, it's an inexpensive way to make speciality coffee.
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You're buying the wrong stocking stuffers – these Cyber Week gifts are what people really want
From Le Creuset to Ugg, these are the stocking stuffers that your loved ones will actually want this Cyber Week. It's the perfect way to gift luxury for less.
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The only Cyber Week Keurig deals worth buying, selected by a barista
The Cyber Week Keurig deals mean that you can get a single-serve machine for next to nothing. Here are the best deals available, selected by me, a barista.
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The best Cyber Week refrigerator deals – I found $1,750 off my favorite
It's all nearly over, but the Cyber Week refrigerator deals are only just beginning. You could save thousands on Bosch, LG, Samsung, Miele, and more
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Forget the air fryer – you can save thousands on furniture in Cyber Week
Cyber Week furniture deals cover every inch of your home, from the bathroom to the back yard. I've looked through every deal and these will save you thousands.
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I've tested dozens, and these are the best Christmas candle sales from Jo Malone, Neom, and more this Cyber Monday
Whether you want a cozy and sweet scent or sharp pine fragrance in your home, these are the most luxurious candles on offer this Holiday season
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Forget the cheap deals on poor products – these are the only Cyber Week Christmas gifts worth buying
Get on their nice list with the best Cyber Week Christmas gifts, hand-picked to suit every shopper and size of budget
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Best coffee makers 2023: tested by a barista
Find the best coffee makers which can master effortless espressos to gourmet pours. These are our barista and expert testers' top picks.
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I'm a product tester – I recommend getting these Cyber Week deals before it's too late
There are still some big Cyber Week deals in stock. I've selected the best and now, this is your last chance to snag a saving.
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The best Cyber Week air fryer deal – the only one worth buying
I've found the best Cyber Week air fryer deal. Discounts on Ninja, Instant, and Philips are live now and I've found the very best.
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As a barista, these are the best Cyber Week coffee maker deals
The best Cyber Week coffee maker deals run from pour over to bean-to-cup machines. As a barista, these are the best coffee makers on sale.
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Hear me out: there's actually cute Christmas decor at Walmart this Cyber Week
The Walmart Cyber Week Christmas decor means you can have a merry, minimalist Christmas. There's 50% off everything, from trees to baubles.
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This Cyber Week, Lulu & Georgia are discounting discounts – here are the deals you won't want to miss
Whether you're shopping furniture or decor this Cyber Week, make sure to look at Lulu & Georgia. They've got 25% off sitewide.
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Best Cyber Monday blender deals on Ninja, Vitamix, Nutribullet, and more
Here at H&G, we've tried and tested the best blenders on the market. You can bag them at bargain prices this Cyber Monday
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Forget Cyber Week – Joanna Gaines' Magnolia has cozy Christmas discounts
Joanna Gaines' Magnolia has some Christmas discounts that make Cyber Week look like a non-event. Here are the ones you won't want to miss.
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Cyber Week means luxury Christmas gifts cost less – here's what I'm buying
I've curated a Christmas list of 15 luxury Christmas gifts for the home. Every single one is on sale this Cyber Week, so you can invest in the best, just for a little less.
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I used a SodaStream every day for a year: is it worth buying one this Cyber Week?
SodaStreams will either fulfil your soda dreams or cause clutter on your countertops. They're all on sale this Black Friday, so should you buy one?
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Best non-toxic air fryers 2023: our safest tested options
After speaking to medical experts, our team selected the best non-toxic air fryers on the market that don't use potentially harmful plastics.
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I lived with Oprah's favorite candle for a week – my thoughts as a master perfumer
Harlem Candle Co's Purple Love candle is on Oprah's Favorite Things list. I'm a Master Perfumer and I tested it every day for a week. Here are my thoughts
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Weber vs Napoleon – which grill is the greatest in our test?
Our experts put Weber vs Napoleon head-to-head. Two titans of the grill industry, we've tested a range of their models to see which one is the best
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Shark Stratos vs Vertex – which clinches best vacuum cleaner?
The decision between Shark Stratos vs Vertex can seem tricky. Shark vacuums are some of the best on the market. Here's what our expert tests revealed.
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Best slow cooker 2023: top buys from our appliance experts
Cook delicious, nutritious meals with the best slow cookers from Crock Pot, Hamilton Beach, KitchenAid, and Ninja - tested to find the very best.
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