
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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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 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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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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Drew Barrymore's Little Black Slow Cooker Is Under $20 At Walmart – I'm Going To Use It To Serve Up Dig-In Dips For Halloween And Beyond
It's Going Straight Onto The Table So My Guests Can Dive Straight Into My Savory And Sweet Creations
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If Prime Day left you feeling deflated, don't panic, as the Our Place sale just got sizzling – here are 6 non-toxic pieces I recommend shopping as a pro cookware reviewer
Don't get distracted by pretty pastels – these are the only Our Place deals worth looking at
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I'm a trained chef, and I'm tracking the best Amazon Prime Day kitchen deals so you don't have to
Just in time for the busy winter hosting season, these hand-picked, discounted chef essentials from Ninja, HexClad, and more, will transform your kitchen
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Trust me, the new Ninja BlendBoss is about to go viral – if you like to stay hydrated and healthy, this blender-meets-tumbler is a must-have (and makes a great holiday gift, too)
Here's everything I know about Ninja's new 'it-girl' accessory, which launches today, plus alternatives to buy in the Prime Day sale now
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If you're in the market for a new blender, put the Ninja Blast Max on your radar this sales season – it's a worthy step up from the previous model
I've just tested the Ninja Blast Max, and it's bigger and better than its predecessor in every way
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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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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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Cold brew at home always felt like a hassle, until I tried SMEG's new espresso machine – it made a perfect maple cold brew in two minutes, and it launches in the UK today
I got a first look (and sip) of SMEG's cool new launch – here's everything you need to know
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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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