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 Ninja deals − how to get the biggest savings on Ninja cookware, all year round
As the resident Kitchens Editor and deals hunter, I'm here to tell you how and where to get the deepest discounts on Ninja cookware
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I tested this minimalist drip coffee maker and it turned my mornings into a serene Scandinavian retreat
It's expensive, so is the Aarke Drip Coffee Maker worth it for inner peace?
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Best air fryer 2025 – chef-tested appliances for the speediest, healthiest meals
Our favorite air fryers from top brands like Ninja, Instant, and Philips
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KitchenAid just revealed its color of the year, and it's dividing our team – here's what we think about this unexpected 'Butter' yellow
Too bright or just right?
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The best juicer – tried and tested for the freshest drinks
Our testers have pressed tons of celery, citrus, ginger, apples and leafy green spinach to find the best juicers of 2025
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Why I'm adding the Smeg Citrus Juicer to my wedding registry – it's expensive but so worth it
We re-tested and reviewed the notoriously expensive citrus juicer to see if it's still worth the squeeze
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Sorry to all the expensive air fryers, but this simple Ninja model is the best I've ever tested
It's quick, simple, and affordable, too
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The 6 best espresso machines for your dream coffee nook
From petite to professional, these tried-and-tested machines will bring barista-worthy coffee to your home
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Best stand mixers 2025 – tested by home bakers and professional cooks
After dozens of cakes, cookies, and loaves, our team has rounded up the very best stand mixers from KitchenAid, Cuisinart, Wolf and more
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Best coffee makers 2025 – the top appliances for creating a café in your kitchen
We've tested drip, pour-over, and espresso machines to recommend the very best coffee makers to you
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I tested the first-ever diagonal blade blender and it turned a raw carrot into juice instantly – but is it worth the $400 splurge?
Here's my slant on the Tiger Diagonal Blade Blender
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Restaurants booked up? Here are 12 chef-approved essentials for serving a dreamy Valentine's dinner in the comfort of your own home
As a professionally trained chef, I actually enjoy staying in on Valentine's and cooking up something delicious. Here are my essentials to ensure the evening is as elevated as going out
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Best blender 2025: chef-tested for smoothies, soups, and frozen cocktails
From whizzing kale to crushing ice, I've found the top 6 blenders for every kitchen task
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Best portable blenders 2025 – lightweight and travel-friendly buys
The top 5 expert-tested blenders for staying nourished on-the-go
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Vitamix E520 Explorian blender review: simple, but one of my all-time favorites
I took the more affordable Vitamix Explorian range for a test drive and was pleasantly surprised
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How we test blenders – our kitchen experts' step-by-step review process
If you're intrigued by how we test blenders, here's where to a peek into our test kitchen. We'll explain the whole process.
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My week with the Nutribullet Flip Insulated Portable Blender
My mornings have been refreshing, full-of-fiber, and super easy
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This weightless casserole dish almost replaced my Le Creuset for good – here's why
Meet the Tefal Air Cocotte
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Are small air fryers worth it? Here's our expert opinion on those mini machines
If you're short on counter space, don't shy away from small air fryers
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My KitchenAid KF6 review: is this the quietest coffee machine I've ever tested?
Spoiler alert: yes, it's silent, sturdy and super stylish
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The Valentine’s Day drop everyone’s talking about – Le Creuset and Staub’s pretty pink designs are the perfect winter uplift for your kitchen
Forget flowers, these French pots and pans are the only thing on my wishlist
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I've fallen in love with the elegant, non-toxic AeroPress Premium – but is it worth the price?
My review of the 'Rolls Royce' of coffee makers
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Nutritionists reveal their air fryer secrets for healthier cooking in 2025
These are the do's and don'ts: including which healthy oils to use and the ingredients to avoid
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How to replace black plastic tools for a healthier, non-toxic kitchen in 2025
Out with the old utensils and in with the new
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