
Millie Fender
Millie Fender is Head of Reviews on the Homes & Gardens Ecommerce team. Before this, she was our Small appliances editor, and a lot of her time was spent reviewing new and exciting launches in the small appliance space, and recommending her favorite products to readers with her kitchen buying guides.
From stand mixers to toaster ovens, she loves products that will look the part in any kitchen space, but knows that even the most beautiful coffee maker is no good if it can't make delicious drinks and offer an enjoyable user experience. Because she reviews so many kitchen products, she is able to make direct comparisons between different brands and models to help you choose the right small appliance for you. Although she is by no means a professional, Millie is a real cooking enthusiast. She cares a lot about quality cookware that is designed to last, and whether it's drip coffee or a bread maker, she's cultivated quite a discerning palette through a lifetime of home cooking.
Millie graduated from Durham University in 2019, where she studied Politics and Philosophy. She spent a lot of time working on the campus newspaper as Deputy Editor-in-Chief, which is why she decided to go into journalism after graduating. Before joining Homes & Gardens in February 2021, Millie was a Staff Writer at TopTenReviews, another Future brand. She worked on a mix of buying content and news articles, and spent most of her time producing content for the home section of the site.
Millie was raised in Bath, England, which meant she was constantly surrounded by inspiring Georgian architecture and beautiful antiques. Although she now lives in London Millie still loves the countryside and plans on moving back to Somerset one day to buy a country cottage, complete with a range cooker and expansive wooden dining table.
Latest articles by Millie Fender
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Best turkey roasting pan 2023
Prepare for Easter with the best turkey roasting pans from All Clad, Made In, De Buyer and more
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Best slow cooker deals 2022
The best slow cooker deals: Crock-Pots and multi-cookers from Instant Pot and Ninja on markdown
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I highly rated the BlendJet 2 portable blender – see the best deals to shop now
I reviewed this personal blender, we rate it the best cordless blender, and now the low price means there's no excuse for not buying yours so you can blend on the go
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Best slow cooker 2023: top buys from our appliance experts
Cook delicious, nutritious meals with the best slow cookers from Crock Pot, Hamilton Beach, KitchenAid, and Ninja
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Nutribullet vs Ninja: which blender comes out on top?
Nutribullet vs Ninja, which blender should you buy? We put these classic bullet blenders head to head to make your decision easier
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Dyson V15 Detect vs Shark Stratos: which vacuum should you buy?
We tested the Dyson V15 Detect vs the Shark Stratos. See which came out on top in our expert reviews
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KitchenAid vs Cuisinart stand mixers: which mixer should you choose?
KitchenAid vs Cuisinart stand mixers, which is best? We put them to the test
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Best food processor 2023: tested by experts
We've found the best food processor of 2023, trialling models from Ninja, Cuisinart, KitchenAid, and more
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Instant Pot vs Ninja Foodi: which should you buy this Black Friday?
In this Instant Pot vs Ninja Foodi test we put the Instant Pot Pro Crisp and the Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 SmartLid multi-cookers head-to-head
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Ninja Foodi DZ401 6-in-1 XL 2-Basket Air Fryer review
The Ninja Foodi DZ401 6-in-1 XL 2-Basket Air Fryer delivers tasty two-in-one meals with speedy cooking times, but getting started can be confusing
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Instant Vortex Plus 6-in 1 Air Fryer with ClearCook and OdorErase review
The Instant Vortex Plus 6-in 1 Air Fryer with ClearCook and OdorErase claims to eliminate cooking smells, but does it really work? We put it to the test
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Philips Essential Air Fryer XL review: a family-friendly air fryer
It's a little unconventional, but the Philips Essential Air Fryer XL performed very well when we put it head-to-head with other market-leading air fryers
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One of our favorite Ninja air fryers is on sale – at best price we've ever seen
The Ninja Black Friday deals just keep getting better with this amazing Ninja Foodie DZ401 deal
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I tested this Ninja Professional Plus blender and rated it highly – it's at its lowest Black Friday price
This all-in-one machine is my early Black Friday deal of the day – you won't find it cheaper elsewhere
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Hand mixer vs stand mixer: which should you buy?
Which is the better buy for you – a hand mixer or stand mixer? We compare them like for like so that you can see which is better suited to your cooking habits
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How to clean a stand mixer – 5 simple steps to steak-free shine
Wondering how to clean a stand mixer? We've condensed the process into 5 simple steps. Here is everything you need to know...
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Juicer vs blender: which should you buy?
What's the difference between a juicer and a blender, and which suits your needs better? Our reviews editor explains all
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How to clean a juicer – 5 tried-and-tested tips to make juicing clean and easy
Including advice for centrifugal and cold press juicers, here is how to clean a juicer
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Everdure Fusion review: the perfect modern grill for my small outdoor space
The Heston-approved Everdure Fusion grill is modern and well-made, but with everything you need for classic charcoal cooking
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Best rice cooker 2023: for fresh, fluffy rice fast
Use the best rice cooker to make tasty basmati or perfectly cooked brown rice, as well as modes to make oatmeal and even steamed vegetables
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Ankarsrum Assistent Original Mixer review: why we loaf this mixing machine
The Ankarsrum Assistent Original Mixer is unparalleled when it comes to quality kneading. If you want a machine to take the muscle out of bread-making, this is our top pick
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The top 5 Labor Day kitchen deals you can still shop
Pick up a saving on a top air fryer or must-buy cookware with our cooking editor's picks of today's best Labor Day kitchen deals
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Jura ENA 8 review: a transformative coffee maker
Jura has raised the bar for quality coffee at home. Our Jura ENA 8 coffee maker review finds out if it's worth the investment
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KitchenAid 9-Cup Food Processor review: a storage-friendly chopper
The KitchenAid 9-Cup Food Processor has a clever hinged lid and a storage-friendly design, making it well-suited to most kitchens. However, it lacks the professional finish we found in more powerful processors.
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