
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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A Top Chef Showed Me How to Make Flawless Gravy in This Non-Stick Pan and it's on Sale in Time for Christmas
At $110 in the Cyber Week sales, I recommend you grab this Premium HexClad pan now
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Ninja Luxe Café Pro Review – The Only Coffee Maker I Want in My Home is $150 Off Tonight
From café-level latte to festive espresso martinis, I feel like a barista at home now
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Don’t Waste Money on Flimsy Knives – These are the Smartest Cyber Monday Upgrades
Our expert edit of the best prices on Wüsthof, Global, HexClad, and more Cyber Monday knife deals with up to 70% off
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The Best Ninja Air Fryers Are Still Up to 50% Off – Tested by Chefs and Home Cooks
Here are the best Ninja air fryers according to our experts. There's a model here for every kind of cook, from compact and quick to large and versatile
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Concerned About Chemical Leaching? I Tested the Best Non-Toxic Cookware That Won’t Flake on You
I've tested one hundred pans; these are the most reliable brands to invest in
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Which SodaStream Should You Buy in the Sales? There's Up to $70 Off My Tried and Tested Favorites
I've tested the SodaStream range and compiled this guide to help you choose the best one for you in the sales today
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The Best Personal Blenders I’ve Ever Tested –Perfect for Gifting (and January Smoothie Season)
If you’ve been eyeing a Ninja, Nutribullet, and Beast blender, this is the moment to buy
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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