
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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Kuvings Auto10 S Juicer review – this 'hands-free' juicer saved me on a sick day and now I can’t live without it
I made 30 ginger shots and a whole pitcher of celery juice with the Kuvings Juicer and I barely lifted a finger
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Best food processors 2025: tested by chefs and home cooks
From garden-fresh salads to creamy dips and delicate pastry, these food processors help you prep with ease
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I've tracked down all of the elegant kitchen tools Meghan Markle uses on her Netflix show 'With Love, Meghan' – here's how to recreate the chic farmhouse vibe
The list contains everything from Le Creuset braisers to Japanese knives and a $39 coffee maker
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French chefs swear by this powerful food processor, and I can see why
I made perfect hummus, pastry dough, and chopped vegetables in the Magimix food processor. Here's my professional review
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6 small novelty kitchen tools that are actually useful, according to a chef – and they're all under $30
These tiny kitchen heroes will put a spring in your step
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Best non-toxic coffee makers 2025 – 6 stainless steel, glass, and BPA-free alternatives
After consulting medical experts, we tested the best non-toxic coffee makers for healthier, delicious coffee
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The best blender/food processor combos that will save you time, money, and counter space
Our team prepped onions, blended smoothies, and even mashed potatoes to find the best multifunctional machines on the market
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Best dishwashers 2025 – sparkling dishes, guaranteed
I read over 1,000 customer reviews, asked cleaning experts and visited showrooms to find the very best dishwasher for your kitchen
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The best coffee makers with grinders for the freshest, most flavorful brews
From luxurious espresso machines to tiny drip coffee makers, these are the best coffee makers with integrated grinders
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Best Le Creuset deals – how to get the biggest savings on iconic cast-iron cookware
As a trained cook and dinner party obsessive, I can show you how to shop the Le Creuset sales – where to look, what to buy, and how to save
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Best KitchenAid deals – how to get the biggest savings on iconic cookware
Here's everything you need to know about shopping the KitchenAid sales, from where to look to what to buy and when to save, according to our eCommerce Editors
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We just unboxed the Ninja Swirl, and we were not expecting this...
We've got some big thoughts on the coolest appliance of 2025
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How to make any pan non-stick without the chemicals, according to our Kitchen Appliance Editor
Can you make any pan non-stick? Our Kitchen Appliance Editor does the tests and reveals the results
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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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