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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Best refrigerators 2024: our expert's top picks
Our experts researched the best refrigerators on the market, for efficiency, style, space, and design.
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Best washing machines 2024: our expert's top washers
Our expert finds the best washing machines after researching thousands. Buying a washing machine can be pretty confusing and expensive - these are the best.
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Best dishwashers 2024: our expert picks of the best
The best dishwashers promise gleaming glasses and spotless plates. But with so many models not living up to expectations, our expert takes a deep dive into which dishwashers are worth the cost
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Nespresso Vertuo Lattissima review: a miracle worker on milk
If you love lattes and cappuccinos, the Nespresso Vertuo Latissima is a dream come true. It's one of the best single-serve coffee makers on the market
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Wirsh espresso machine review – only $150 and it's incredible
If you want an espresso machine around $150, the Wirsh is incredible. It's slim, stylish, and exceptional value. I'm a barista and I would use this.
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What is a pastry blender? Why you need one in your kitchen
As home bakers becomes more popular, more people are wondering what a pastry blender is and whether this useful utensil is a kitchen essential
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Food processor vs food chopper: which is best for texture, taste, and price
As an expert tester, I can settle the food processor vs food chopper debate. They're both incredibly useful kitchen appliances, but have key differences
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What to do with juicer pulp – 10 fiber-rich bakes which reduce waste
If you don't know what to do with juicer pulp, I have the answers. These ideas will transform your pulp into patties, pesto and plenty of delicious bakes
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Dyson Omni-glide cordless vacuum review: petite perfection, especially on hard floors
The Dyson Omni-glide is a hard-floor specialist. It's a tiny, cordless, and elegant assistant for your main vacuum, perfect for clearing small spills and dirt piles
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I'm a product tester – the best Prime Day air fryer deal isn't Ninja or Cosori
Whilst I love Ninja and Cosori air fryers, most of the deals I've seen are hot air in comparison to this Philips one. With over 56% off, it's some serious food for thought
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30 October Prime Day products under $100 that you actually need – but they're going fast
From KitchenAid to Le Creuset, our shopping experts have found the biggest deals on the best brands. Here are 30 of the best deals that you can buy for under $100
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Best affordable Halloween décor on Amazon
Halloween only comes once a year, so it can feel like a waste of money to buy decor. But I've spied some scarily good deals on Amazon
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The best Dyson Prime Day deals 2024
Amazon Prime Day is the perfect time to bag a deal on these market-leading vacuums, fans, and air purifiers. There are hundreds of dollars of discounts
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When does Prime Day end?
Amazon Prime's Big Deal Days are over. Most discounts have gone, but Black Friday is right around the corner with more offers
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I shop for a living – this is how to search Prime Day deals to save money
If you plan on picking up a Dyson or KitchenAid for a low price, you'll need to know how the experts search through Amazon Prime day deals. I shop for a living and here are my tips.
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I'm a shopping expert – is this Prime Day as good as the last one?
Amazon Prime's Big Deal Days have seen some brilliant discounts, but is this Prime day as good as the last? I'm a shopping expert and I think so
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'That's hot' – Paris Hilton's home range is on sale for Prime Day, and it is truly unmissable
Paris Hilton's kitchen essentials collection is now on sale for Prime Day. This is all you need for adding barbiecore glamor to your kitchen
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Amazon Prime Day sales – the best appliance deals, selected by experts
There's plenty of appliance deals in the Prime Day sales. Here are the best prices you'll find on these tried-and-tested air fryers, blenders, coffee makers, and more
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I’m a barista - these are the best Amazon Prime Day coffee machine deals
As a barista and product tester, I can say that these are the top Amazon Prime Day coffee maker deals, from grinders to espresso machines and everything in-between
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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days vacuum discounts: clean up with these deep savings
Browse the top vacuum deals from your favorite retailers on this Fall's Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
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I'm a barista – these are the best Amazon Prime Big Deal Days coffee maker deals
Amazon Prime's Big Deal Days are the perfect opportunities to grab a great coffee maker for an excellent price. I'm a barista and these are the best tried-and-tested machines on sale
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Best bread boxes 2024 - selected by a shopping expert
The best bread boxes will keep your loaves, rolls, and pastries fresh. They're the perfect storage solution, keeping your countertops crumb-free.
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Best Buy's Outlet Event - deals better than Amazon Prime Day?
Best Buy is hosting a sales event for the whole of October. There will be 50% off appliances and tech for a month. That might be better than Prime Day
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Best bathtubs 2024 - bubble bliss, selected by experts
The best bathtubs are a dream. Whether you're looking for full massage jets and luxury or something a little more modest, our shopping experts have found the best.
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