
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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Best Non-Toxic Coffee Makers – Tried-and-Tested Glass, Stainless Steel, and BPA-Free PicksOur experts tested hundreds of coffee makers, from chic stainless steel to classic glass, to find the perfect BPA- and PFAS-free one for your taste, budget, and space
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Best Non-Toxic Air Fryers 2026 – Our Expert Tested PicksWith guidance from board-certified toxicologists and medical experts, my team and I have tested over 50 air fryers to identify the best PFAS-free models
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How to Choose the Best Coffee Maker for Your Routine – Our Expert Baristas Spent 1000s of Hours Testing, So You Don't Have ToWe've tested every type of coffee maker, and every brew method, to find the right machine for you
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The 6 Best Coffee Grinders 2026 Recommended by Baristas and Tested by Our Appliance ExpertsI tested nine coffee grinders across five brewing methods – French press, drip coffee, espresso, Moka pot, and AeroPress – to find the best ones on the market
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The 8 Best Dutch Ovens for Even Cooking and Decades of Use – From Heirloom Brands to Affordable AlternativesFor home cooks, a good Dutch Oven is an investment that will bring you exceptional meals and easy cleanup for years to come
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I Tested the Best Air Fryer Liners in Silicone, Paper, and Ceramic to Find the Ones Worth Buying (and Which to Skip)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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Concerned About Chemical Leaching? I Tested the Best Non-Toxic Cookware That Won’t Flake on YouOur professional chefs and expert cookware reviewers have tested hundreds of pans and these are the best non-toxic brands to invest in
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The 9 Best Drip Coffee Makers – Tested For Delicious, Easy Brews to Suit Any RoutineWe've been busy testing the best drip coffee makers from Moccamaster, Breville, OXO, De'Longhi, and Smeg to bring you this list
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The Best Expert-Tested Cold Press Juicers to Keep You Healthy and Hydrated Year-RoundThe best options for maximum flavor and vitamins
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Le Creuset's Modern Heritage Redesign Divided the Internet – I Tested It and I Think It Is Even Better Than the OriginalClean, ergonomic, and beautiful to behold: here's what I uncovered when testing Le Creuset's most talked-about release
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I Wasn't Expecting to Like Ninja's Pod Coffee Machine – But It Saved Me From Morning ChaosIf you have a family of coffee drinkers, you'll love this speedy, smooth machine – the only thing I could fault was the milk frother
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As A Cookware Editor, I Urge You to Make One Small Upgrade for Healthier Breakfasts This Year – The Mini Lancaster Cast Iron SkilletIt may be mini, but it's mighty
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Our Chef Tested the Best Non-Stick Frying Pans – These Are the Top 6 for Perfect Pancakes, Fried Eggs, and Delicate Fish in 2026Tired of food sticking to the pan and spoiling? These tried-and-tested non-stick pans will minimize the mess and waste
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Staub Stackable Set Review – This Genius Nesting Cookware Is Keeping My Small Kitchen Clutter-Free in 2026I'm starting the new year with tidy, elegant cookware that really delivers
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Need Help Choosing a KitchenAid Color? Let Your Birth Month Decide for YouThis guide reveals the KitchenAid shade you are destined for, from January's retro red to December's brilliant blue
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A Kitchen Editor's Year in Review – Meet the Top 10 Most Useful Appliances I Tested in 2025From barista-level coffee makers to cordless quiet blenders, I tested hundreds of products this year, but these ones really changed the game
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How We Test Cookware at Homes & Gardens to Find the Best Pots and Pans for Your MoneyFrom heat-testing steel pans to seasoning cast iron, our in-house chef explains exactly how we review cookware for our trusted buying guides
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This Vintage American Cast Iron Pan is 'Exceptional – Here's My Review of the Field Company Cast Iron SkilletI’ve spent months testing different cast iron pans, and this one quickly became my favorite. Here’s how it performed in my professional cookery tests.
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Move Over, HexClad – This Viking Skillet Is the Most Effective Non-Stick Pan I've Tested all YearOur resident chef sizzled dozens of fried eggs and sticky pancakes for this Viking PureGlide Pro Pan review
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This Cool Appliance Makes the Best Espresso Martinis EverYes, I had my first frappé martini last weekend – and I haven’t stopped thinking about it since
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This Beautiful CrockPot Simmers Easy Mulled Wine That my Guests can Self ServeI finally found the simplest and most affordable way to make warming winter drinks for festive parties
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I’m Never Hand-Washing Wine Glasses Again – SMEG’s New Dishwasher Is Made for Delicate TablewareIt's every host's dream – the new SMEG dishwasher line is designed to protect delicate wine glasses and encourage you to use your best pieces more often
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How We Test Juicers – A Fresh Peek Into Our Expert Test KitchenOur experts give all the juicy details of how we test juicers at Homes & Gardens. We make green juice, orange juice, almond milk, and more.
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I've Roasted Everything From Turkey to Brisket this Winter to Find the Best Roasting Pans – These 6 Are Beautiful and Built to LastFrom show-stopping holiday turkeys to easy weeknight dinners that bake themselves, these are chef-approved dishes you need in your collection
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