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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Meet Instagram’s most glamorous chefs – and their essential kitchen gadgets for hosting season
From microplanes to blenders, here's what chic Instagram chefs are using to prep their holiday feasts
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Today's best coffee maker deals – the lowest prices on Nespresso, De'Longhi, Breville, and more
The piping hot coffee deals the H&G team are ordering in the sales
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I swear by air fryer liners for easy cleanup – these are my top picks and ones to avoid
From silicone baskets to paper sheets, I've tested every option to find the best air fryer liners and the ones to avoid
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I made the most luxurious pumpkin spice latte in the Jura J8 coffee machine – I could start my own cozy café
This premium sweet foam machine could mean you'll never buy Starbucks again
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I tried TikTok’s viral Nordic Ware fall cake tins – it's not too late to get them in time for Halloween and Thanksgiving
Nordic Ware's pans work a treat, as long as you follow this very easy trick
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The De'Longhi Magnifica Plus is the easiest coffee machine I've ever used
If you're not a morning person, this automatic espresso machine is for you. I used it everyday for two months. It's so effortless, I could use it in my sleep.
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10 Dutch oven mistakes that make me cringe (and a chef's tips on how to avoid them)
From using metal utensils to preheating without oil, avoid these Dutch oven mistakes to protect your pots and yourself
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KitchenAid's controversial new mixer divided the internet – is the wooden bowl too beautiful to be practical? I put it to the ultimate baker's test
My freshly-baked review of the KitchenAid walnut wood bowl
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This new, super small, super chic, non-toxic air fryer fits anywhere (and there's a tiny toaster and blender to match)
My first thoughts on Bella's super slim, Fits-anywhere™ collection
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I'm a trained chef – but these are the meals I ALWAYS cook in the air fryer
Quick, crispy, and delicious dishes for every meal of the day
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I'm a chef turned kitchen appliance expert – I've found 8 discounts on my favorite appliances in the rival sales (and they're better than Prime Day)
From luxury mixers to low-price air fryers, it's the perfect time to shop around
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Everyone's rushing to buy this discounted air fryer on Amazon Prime, but is it actually any good? Here's our Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven Review
The Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven is the hottest appliance in the sales.
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I'm buying this half-price air fryer for my sister's Christmas gift (don’t tell her) – it's perfect for small kitchens and air-frying beginners
Thanks to the Amazon Prime deals, I'm stuffing Christmas stockings with this shiny, sleek and affordable air fryer
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Best Vitamix deals 2024 – Autumn is the best time to save on blenders
Our experts have been scrolling through the sales to find the best Vitamix deals on offer across blenders and food processors
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The best Ninja deals – save on these viral kitchen gadgets, including the Ninja Creami
I've found the best discounts on Ninja's air fryers, blenders, ice cream makers, and more
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The Le Creuset sales are simmering: this is your chance to grab a deal ahead of hosting season
As a trained cook and dinner party obsessive, I've found the best Le Creuset sales on Wayfair and Amazon (you can scoop up to 40% off luxury cookware)
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8 Signs it's time to replace your air fryer, according to appliance experts
From overheating to non-stick peeling, when these red flags start popping up, it’s time to call it quits with your air fryer
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Could this chic air fryer replace the AGA? Here's my home-cooked review of Smeg's new countertop oven
It air fries, bakes, roasts, and steams – and it looks good doing it
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I created an 'eco-chic' coffee routine with these small swaps – and it's changed my mornings for the better
Short and sweet upgrades for a more eco-friendly brew
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This British hardware brand is bringing London edginess to Staub's French cookware – it's the coolest collab I've seen all year
Here's the tea on this 'full English, half French' collection
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I'm a trained cook – these are the 12 clever kitchen gadgets I think practically pay for themselves
These gadgets and gizmos will save you time, effort, and money
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The best turkey roasting pan 2024 – a must-have for Thanksgiving, recommended by the experts
Prepare for Thanksgiving with the best turkey roasting pans from All Clad, De Buyer and more.
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This Swedish heirloom is the best stand mixer for bread, buns, and brioche
The Ankarsrum Assistent Original Mixer is unparalleled when it comes to quality kneading. If you want a machine to take the muscle out of bread-making, this is our top pick
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Stanley Tucci channels vintage Italian style in his latest cookware drop with GreenPan
The beloved actor and Italian home-cook is making non-stick pots and pans utterly chic
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