
Lydia Hayman
Lydia is the Kitchen Appliances Editor for Homes & Gardens, testing everything from coffee machines and juicers to air fryers and mixers. Lydia trained in cookery at Leiths School of Food & Wine and was previously Recipe Editor for Mindful Chef. She’s also worked on editorial for brands like Six Senses and Deliciously Ella. Outside of work, you'll find her dreaming up dinner party menus, trying new coffee shops, and creating endless Pinterest boards.
Latest articles by Lydia Hayman
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Choose the Best Ninja Products for Your Kitchen
Ninja is one of the best-known names in kitchen appliances, offering a wide range of blenders, air fryers, grills and much more to turn home-cooking into a fun and easy experience. Our chef and kitchen appliance expert walks you through the options and shares the latest deals on her favorite Ninja products.
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I Tested 52 Models to Find the Best Quiet Blenders for Early Morning Smoothies and Undisturbed Entertaining
Whether you're make 5am protein shakes or dinner party cocktails, these are the quietest blenders on the market
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I’ll Never Touch a Bulky Black Plastic Air Fryer Again After Seeing the New Glass Ninja Crispi PRO – It’s BPA-Free and Feeds Up to 10 People
The XL glass container is large enough to roast a whole 8lb chicken with vegetables for 10 guests
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SMEG’s Mini Appliances Are Fall’s Coziest Kitchen Upgrade for under $200 – I Tried Two and I'm Smitten
SMEG’s tea kettle and digital scales bring vintage-style charm to everyday rituals
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If You're Intimidated by Cooking With Stainless Steel, This Caraway Sauté Pan Could Change Your Mind – It's Gorgeous to Look at and Couldn't be Easier to Use
Here's my honest review of the crown jewel in Caraway's stainless steel range
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The Small $30 Utensil I Spotted in Clodagh McKenna's Kitchen has Elevated Every Dish I Have Made Since - No Wonder Every Pro Chef Has One
This clever and beautiful grater brings effortless layers of flavor to dishes, and top chefs love it
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Drew Barrymore's Little Black Slow Cooker Is Under $20 At Walmart – I'm Going To Use It To Serve Up Dig-In Dips For Halloween And Beyond
It's Going Straight Onto The Table So My Guests Can Dive Straight Into My Savory And Sweet Creations
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If Prime Day left you feeling deflated, don't panic, as the Our Place sale just got sizzling – here are 6 non-toxic pieces I recommend shopping as a pro cookware reviewer
Don't get distracted by pretty pastels – these are the only Our Place deals worth looking at
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I recently gifted these chic French baking dishes to my Mom – she adores them, but I regret not waiting for this rare 58% discount
These cult-favorite Staub pieces won't stay on sale for long, so make the most of this deep discount now
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This affordable ceramic air fryer is cheaper than takeout (and it just might help you feel healthier, too)
Even Demi Lovato loves this chic air fryer, but the discount won't last long
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I'm a chef and this XL non-toxic air fryer cooks an entire tray of roast potatoes better than my oven – it's my Thanksgiving secret weapon, plus it's 43% off today
If you're in the market for an upgrade, you'll find the The Typhur Dome speedy, powerful, and spacious enough to cater for large families and gatherings
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I'm a trained chef, and I'm tracking the best Amazon Prime Day kitchen deals so you don't have to
Just in time for the busy winter hosting season, these hand-picked, discounted chef essentials from Ninja, HexClad, and more, will transform your kitchen
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Trust me, the new Ninja BlendBoss is about to go viral – if you like to stay hydrated and healthy, this blender-meets-tumbler is a must-have (and makes a great holiday gift, too)
Here's everything I know about Ninja's new 'it-girl' accessory, which launches today, plus alternatives to buy in the Prime Day sale now
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Meet the best personal blenders I’ve ever tested (and how to get them on sale)
I tested Ninja, Beast, Nutribullet, and more to find the most powerful travel-friendly blenders – and the best sales season prices
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If you're in the market for a new blender, put the Ninja Blast Max on your radar this sales season – it's a worthy step up from the previous model
I've just tested the Ninja Blast Max, and it's bigger and better than its predecessor in every way
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I've found the best discounts hiding in the secret Le Creuset Amazon sale – I'll be cooking the coziest Sunday suppers with these clearance finds
There are some luxurious discounts hiding on Amazon if you know where to look
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I've tested the best induction pans on my stovetop – these are the most stylish, lightweight and efficient options
A chef's guide to the best pans for your induction hob – everything you need to know to buy well
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I've found Le Creuset style without the price tag – Martha Stewart’s chic Dutch oven is under $50 right now, and it’s racking up hundreds of five-star reviews
Shoppers are shocked by the quality of Martha Stewart's dish, which is six times cheaper than the famous French brand
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Move over, metal utensils – this $11.99 buy does the job of three kitchen tools and is the only thing I'd use on my non-stick cookware
If you cook with ceramic or enamel pans, you need a Supoon – it acts as a spatula, stirring spoon, and serving spoon without causing damage, plus it's plastic-free
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My dinner parties are about to level up with these 5 fall food trends – here's everything you need to know
From supersized feasts to fiber-maxxing, I've got the scoop on 2025's fall food trends that will transform your seasonal hosting
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KitchenAid just unveiled a Taylor Swift–coded sparkly orange mixer – plus $150 off the OG Artisan model today
Whether you love or hate the shade, I've got the inside scoop on how to get your hands on the showgirl-themed baking must-have
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Caraway ceramic non-stick pan review – I found so much to love about the internet's favorite cookware, but one thing I really hate
I tried the internet’s favorite cookware and found so much to love about the ceramic Caraway pan – but one thing I really hate
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I don't have enough stove space to host a crowd this holiday season, but this luxe new appliance from SMEG could be a game-changer
SMEG has quietly released its portable induction cooktop, and it's the sleekest way to make your kitchen work harder during hosting season
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Gwyneth Paltrow still uses the Japanese knife she recommended 14 years ago – I’m a private chef and love it too (it's under $100 on Amazon today)
If you buy just one tool for the hosting season, let it be a Global chef's knife
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