
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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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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I Found the Best Turkey Roasting Pans for Thanksgiving
If you want a show-stopping centrepiece to wow your guests, these are the only turkey roasting pans worth considering
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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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A Serious Chef's Take on the chic Our Place Essentials Cookware, Which Promises to Deliver on Performance and Practicality, too
It's oven-safe, toxin-free and cuts down on kitchen clutter
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Choose the Best Ninja Products for Your Kitchen
Ninja is one of the best-known names in kitchen appliances, offering a wide range of blenders, air fryers, grills and much more to turn home-cooking into a fun and easy experience. Our chef and kitchen appliance expert walks you through the options and shares the latest deals on her favorite Ninja products.
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I Tested 52 Models to Find the Best Quiet Blenders for Early Morning Smoothies and Undisturbed Entertaining
Whether you're make 5am protein shakes or dinner party cocktails, these are the quietest blenders on the market
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I’ll Never Touch a Bulky Black Plastic Air Fryer Again After Seeing the New Glass Ninja Crispi PRO – It’s BPA-Free and Feeds Up to 10 People
The XL glass container is large enough to roast a whole 8lb chicken with vegetables for 10 guests
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Everybody’s Talking About SMEG’s Under-$200 Small Appliances – I Tried Two for My Kitchen, and One Was a Total Winner, While the Other Missed the Mark
Designed for small spaces and tight budgets, I tested the SMEG Baking Scales and Whistling Kettle to see if they are worth the hype
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If You're Intimidated by Cooking With Stainless Steel, This Caraway Sauté Pan Could Change Your Mind – It's Gorgeous to Look at and Couldn't be Easier to Use
Here's my honest review of the crown jewel in Caraway's stainless steel range
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The Small $30 Utensil I Spotted in Clodagh McKenna's Kitchen has Elevated Every Dish I Have Made Since - No Wonder Every Pro Chef Has One
This clever and beautiful grater brings effortless layers of flavor to dishes, and top chefs love it
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