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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This new, super small, super chic, non-toxic air fryer fits anywhere (and there's a tiny toaster and blender to match)
My first thoughts on Bella's super slim, Fits-anywhere™ collection
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I'm a trained chef – but these are the meals I ALWAYS cook in the air fryer
Quick, crispy, and delicious dishes for every meal of the day
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I'm a chef turned kitchen appliance expert – I've found 8 discounts on my favorite appliances in the rival sales (and they're better than Prime Day)
From luxury mixers to low-price air fryers, it's the perfect time to shop around
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Everyone's rushing to buy this discounted air fryer on Amazon Prime, but is it actually any good? Here's our Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven Review
The Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven is the hottest appliance in the sales.
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There are thousands of coffee makers on sale right now, but we’ve spotted five we’ve been using and loving for years – with as much as 40% off
These are the piping hot coffee deals the H&G team are ordering in the sales
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I'm buying this half-price air fryer for my sister's Christmas gift (don’t tell her) – it's perfect for small kitchens and air-frying beginners
Thanks to the Amazon Prime deals, I'm stuffing Christmas stockings with this shiny, sleek and affordable air fryer
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Best Vitamix deals 2024 – Autumn is the best time to save on blenders
Our experts have been scrolling through the sales to find the best Vitamix deals on offer across blenders and food processors
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The best Ninja deals – save on these viral kitchen gadgets, including the Ninja Creami
I've found the best discounts on Ninja's air fryers, blenders, ice cream makers, and more
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The Le Creuset sales are simmering: this is your chance to grab a deal ahead of hosting season
As a trained cook and dinner party obsessive, I've found the best Le Creuset sales on Wayfair and Amazon (you can scoop up to 40% off luxury cookware)
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I've combed through all the 'end of sale' pages – some of the best air fryers are still discounted on Amazon Prime
As an air fryer expert, these are the only deals worth considering
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8 Signs it's time to replace your air fryer, according to appliance experts
From overheating to non-stick peeling, when these red flags start popping up, it’s time to call it quits with your air fryer
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Could this chic air fryer replace the AGA? Here's my home-cooked review of Smeg's new countertop oven
It air fries, bakes, roasts, and steams – and it looks good doing it
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I created an 'eco-chic' coffee routine with these small swaps – and it's changed my mornings for the better
Short and sweet upgrades for a more eco-friendly brew
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This British hardware brand is bringing London edginess to Staub's French cookware – it's the coolest collab I've seen all year
Here's the tea on this 'full English, half French' collection
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I'm a trained cook – these are the 12 clever kitchen gadgets I think practically pay for themselves
These gadgets and gizmos will save you time, effort, and money
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The best turkey roasting pan 2024 – a must-have for Thanksgiving, recommended by the experts
Prepare for Thanksgiving with the best turkey roasting pans from All Clad, De Buyer and more.
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This Swedish heirloom is the best stand mixer for bread, buns, and brioche
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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Stanley Tucci channels vintage Italian style in his latest cookware drop with GreenPan
The beloved actor and Italian home-cook is making non-stick pots and pans utterly chic
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The best air fryer 2024 – expert-tested appliances for the speediest, healthiest meals
Our favorite air fryers from top brands like Ninja, Instant, and Philips (plus some surprising newcomers)
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I cooked a perfect steak from my sofa with the Dreo ChefMaker Air Fryer
My review of the smartest, most exciting fryer I have ever tested
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Le Creuset just added the cutest new pieces to their fall cookware range – these are my top picks
New pumpkins on the patch – here's a first peek at Le Creuset's 2024 Harvest collection
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KitchenAid has launched its first-ever walnut wood stand mixer – and I’m in love
It's selling out fast but we have found where to shop it (if you are quick)
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Best washing machines 2024: the secret to effortless laundry
Our expert finds the best washing machines after researching thousands. Buying a washing machine can be pretty confusing and expensive - these are the best.
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Can you bake a cake in an air fryer? I put the latest tech to the test
The short answer is yes, but you need to follow these air fryer baking tips and tricks
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