
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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How We Test Coffee Makers – Behind the Scenes at Homes & Gardens
The art and science behind our coffee maker reviews
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The Ninja ProChef Thermometer Means I'll Never Have Dry Turkey Again
On sale today, this tool even connects to an app for real-time updates, and perfectly cooked turkey every time
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I Test Cookware for a Living – Trust Me, This Is the One Black Friday Deal You Can’t Miss
If I could start fresh in the kitchen, I’d buy this set and jump on the sale
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How We Test Air Fryers at Homes & Gardens
From cooking French fries to hand-washing crisper plates, here's a glimpse into our air fryer testing process
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How to Choose the Best Cookware – Simple Tips from Our Resident Chef
I've tested 20 of the best cookware brands – here's how to stock your kitchen with the most reliable pots and pans
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Best Non-Toxic Air Fryers – Our Expert Tested Picks
Our chef-led team has tested over 50 air fryers; these are the best options out there for health-conscious cooks who crave crispy, quick food
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This New Launch Feels Like it's Straight Out of 'The Holiday' – I Found it on Sale at Williams Sonoma
Run, don't walk – it's a lower price at Williams Sonomoa
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Top Chefs Reveal Their Stress-Busting Turkey Cooking Tips
I'm hosting my first Thanksgiving, so I asked top chefs for their most strategic turkey cooking tips – some will surprise you, but I'm convinced
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I Asked Top Chefs What They Bring to Thanksgiving – With Some Surprising Answers
I asked the most creative minds in the business to share the things they always bring to Thanksgiving, and some might surprise you
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Best Non-Toxic Coffee Makers – Tried-and-Tested Glass, Stainless Steel, and BPA-Free Picks
These are the safest coffee makers out there and they brew delicious drinks, too
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The Chicest Hosts I Know Have This Tiny Keurig in Their Guest Rooms – and It's Under $50
This petite coffee maker brings hotel-style luxury home
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Nutribullet vs Ninja – Which Blender Should You Buy?
As a smoothie obsessive, I put the best Ninja and Nutribullet blenders head-to-head in the test kitchen
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This Tagine Pan Lid is my Cold Weather Cooking Essential
I always make the switch to the Our Place Tagine Lid in the colder months, and it's the one product I can’t live without for easy, nourishing meals
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I Can't Believe How Sturdy the Lodge Skillet Is For Under $30
I might never go back to my old non-stick pan after trying this one
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How We Test Food Processors to Find the Best Investments for You and Your Kitchen
If you want to know how we test food processors on versatility, quality, efficiency, and performance, here's everything you need to know
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Le Creuset's Surprising New Launch is my Answer to Practical Holiday Gifting, From $20
It's not the launch I was expecting, but I'm in love and buying extra to surprise everyone on my Christmas gift list
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The Original Nutribullet is Still Great and Only $49.99 today
I know my smoothies, and this deal is too good to miss
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I Tested 12 of The Best Dutch Ovens for Cozy Slow-Cooking and Found the One I’ll Use for the Rest of My Life
From heritage Le Creuset to modern HexClad, these are the only 6 Dutch ovens worth considering
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I Compared a $99 Lodge Dutch Oven to My Beloved $435 Le Creuset for This Honest Review
Wondering if the Lodge is worth it? Here’s what happened when I put it to the test, slow-cooking a casserole and baking bread in my kitchen
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As a Chef, I’ve Tested the Best Blender-Food-Processor Combos – These Are the Ones That Actually Save 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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Ultra-functional with a dopamine hit, Dolly Parton’s newest Lodge Cast Iron piece is a holiday must-have
Dolly is bringing easy one-pot dishes and retro sparkle to my Christmas table this year
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Our Chef's Guide to Blenders, Food Processors & Juicers
Homes & Gardens' In-House Chef Lydia Hayman spends much of her week busily testing, reviewing and comparing blenders, food processors and juicers. Here, Lydia brings you all the guidance you need to shop the right appliance to suit how you cook and what you cook
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I Finally Tried Ninja's Non-Toxic Cookware, and I Think it is a Sleek, Affordable Upgrade
For a budget-friendly everyday set, Ninja is hard to beat
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12 Things to Make in a Blender for Delicious Results in Double-Quick Time – These are My Go-To Recipes as Busy Kitchen Editor
There’s a greater range of things to make in a blender than you might think. Be inspired by these ideas.
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