
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've Tested the Best Induction Pans on my Stovetop – These are the Most Stylish, Lightweight and Efficient options
A chef's guide to the best pans for your induction hob – everything you need to know to buy well
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I've found Le Creuset style without the price tag – Martha Stewart’s chic Dutch oven is under $50 right now, and it’s racking up hundreds of five-star reviews
Shoppers are shocked by the quality of Martha Stewart's dish, which is six times cheaper than the famous French brand
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Move over, metal utensils – this $11.99 buy does the job of three kitchen tools and is the only thing I'd use on my non-stick cookware
If you cook with ceramic or enamel pans, you need a Supoon – it acts as a spatula, stirring spoon, and serving spoon without causing damage, plus it's plastic-free
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My dinner parties are about to level up with these 5 fall food trends – here's everything you need to know
From supersized feasts to fiber-maxxing, I've got the scoop on 2025's fall food trends that will transform your seasonal hosting
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KitchenAid just unveiled a Taylor Swift–coded sparkly orange mixer – plus $150 off the OG Artisan model today
Whether you love or hate the shade, I've got the inside scoop on how to get your hands on the showgirl-themed baking must-have
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Caraway ceramic non-stick pan review – I found so much to love about the internet's favorite cookware, but one thing I really hate
I tried the internet’s favorite cookware and found so much to love about the ceramic Caraway pan – but one thing I really hate
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I don't have enough stove space to host a crowd this holiday season, but this luxe new appliance from SMEG could be a game-changer
SMEG has quietly released its portable induction cooktop, and it's the sleekest way to make your kitchen work harder during hosting season
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Gwyneth Paltrow still uses the Japanese knife she recommended 14 years ago – I’m a private chef and love it too (it's under $100 on Amazon today)
If you buy just one tool for the hosting season, let it be a Global chef's knife
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I'm heartbroken that Le Creuset has cancelled production on one of my favorite shades – these are the last pieces available, at a huge discount, starting at $20
The soothing, serene Sage color from Le Creuset might be being discontinued, but it's the perfect excuse to stock up on this heritage cookware for less
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Best cast iron cookware – a chef's guide to building an heirloom collection
Our kitchen appliances editor tested the best cast iron cookware – from skillets and Dutch ovens to baking dishes – to find the perfect pieces for your kitchen
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Which food prep appliance do you need? I've tested them all – here’s a chef's guide to picking the one that works hardest for you
From mini choppers to blenders, I've compared the best kitchen sidekicks and ranked them by use, to help you stay stress-free for hosting season
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Psst… Ninja just dropped $50 off the nostalgic iced drink machine of my dreams, but only with this discount code
Ninja Slushi fans: here's what you need to do to bag the discount
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How to Choose the Best Blender – a Chef’s Guide to Types, Trusted Brands, and the Models I Actually Recommend
After years of blending smoothies, soups, and frozen drinks, I’m breaking down prices and performance to help you find your perfect blender match
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Goodbye kitchen chaos! I’m smitten with this 'coastal calm' cookware launch – it's non-toxic, clean, and made to be seen
Caraway’s new Blue Lagoon cookware brings breezy elegance to dinner times
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It's the fifth season in Feng Shui – here's how I'm grounding my kitchen with nourishing ‘Earth' energy before the busy winter hosting season arrives
You need to follow these Feng Shui kitchen rituals for a smooth seasonal shift
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HexClad’s 'Kitchen Refresh' set is now 42% off – complete with Gordon Ramsay-approved pans, stainless steel bowls, and PFAS-free essentials I use every day
This limited-time HexClad set is the September refresh we deserve
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Le Creuset Just Unveiled a Completely New Look – it Balances Modernity with Tradition, and I'm Torn
The new Modern Heritage Collection may be divisive, but I still think it's going to be a sell-out
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I made 100 pizzas this summer to put Ooni vs Gozney to the test – but which pizza oven is best?
I put the top pizza oven brands head-to-head to find out which is worth your money in the seasonal sales
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Wait, Le Creuset's most elegant colors are on sale? Olive, Meringue and Sea Salt are up to 41% off at Nordstrom today
From the iconic Dutch oven to vintage pie dishes, here's what I suggest grabbing before stock runs out
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After testing tons of ceramic pans, the Made In CeramiClad is the only option I’d actually buy as a chef
I've trialled all the major brands – from Our Place to Caraway– and this pan is the best yet
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Hate plastic pod machines in hotel rooms? I tried the AeroPress Go Plus to get delicious, non-toxic coffee while traveling
Here's what happened when I put the new AeroPress travel coffee system to the test
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I fell in love with French copper cookware at Monet's house in Giverny – and I've just spotted an excellent budget alternative
The real deal can cost $300 or more, but IKEA's Finmat Collection delivers rustic French cooking for a steal
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I tried Hestan’s $250 ProBond Luxe skillet – here’s why I'll struggle to go back to a cheaper pan
It's professional, polished, pricey – and maddeningly hard to fault
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Best dishwashers – everything you need to know before buying a dishwasher, plus the top three models backed by experts
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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