Chris Haslam

London

Chief Travel Writer at The Sunday Times

Chief Travel Writer Times & Sunday Times. BBC Radio. Oxford Climate Journalism Network. @CambridgeUtdFC. Writer of scary kids' books. Valet to Dave T. Dog

Articles

Ninja 3-in-1 Food Processor review: I'm impressed with its value and versatility

3 weeks ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Chris Haslam

To just make protein shakes with the Ninja 3-in-1 Food Processor would be to woefully under-use it. This thing is so versatile, it can practically make anything. ProsGood versatility for the priceThree jug and cup optionsOnly the buttons you need are iluminatedConsLarge footprintLoud operationI didn’t expect to be making pizzas while testing blenders, but such is the versatility of the Ninja, I managed to knock out a protein powder-packed pizza dough using the ingenious combo dough hook.
I've driven 4,858 miles around the UK coast. Our seas are in a bad way

4 weeks ago | thetimes.com | Chris Haslam
BlendJet 2 review: I'd choose this for super-smooth shakes on-the-go

1 month ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Chris Haslam

For the price of a pair of gym shorts, the BlendJet 2 is a compact, portable and effective smoothie and protein shake maker. It will struggle with some harder ingredients though.
Nutribullet 900 review: the best blender I've found for smoothies

1 month ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Chris Haslam

If smoothies and shakes play a big part in your diet, and if you don’t have a Nutribullet 900 already, I’d have to ask why not. ProsImpressive blending powerGood ice crushing capabilitiesTwo cup sizesDepending on your ideal budget, how much countertop space you’ve got, and what you’re whipping up, certain blenders will perform better than others. If you’re looking for a blenders to whisk up smoothies using protein powders, the Nutribullet 900 blender could be the option for you.
Spain has banned some Airbnbs. This is why they're right to do so

1 month ago | thetimes.com | Chris Haslam
Anker Nebula X1 Home Projector Review: Gorgeous Anywhere

1 month ago | businessandamerica.com | Chris Haslam

Combined with the X1’s four speakers, you’ve got 200 watts of lossless audio power through one cable, and with Dolby Audio support (although no Dolby Atmos) and 25 ms latency on screen there’s no synching issues I could spot. Range for the speakers is up to 100 feet, but you’ll want them closer for cinematic sound.
Shop Like a Supervillian

1 month ago | technewstube.com | Chris Haslam |Jeremy White

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Sage The Super Q review: the best blender I've tested

1 month ago | mensfitness.co.uk | Chris Haslam

It’s expensive and takes up a lot of worktop real estate, but there’s no denying the quality and versatility of The Super Q blender from Sage. ProsPowerful 2,400W motorManual control optionsLarge 2L jug and personal cupConsMost expensive blender on testNo heating element for soup settingThe Super Q blender from Sage (Breville in the US) is versatile, well made, easy to use, stylish looking and ferociously powerful.
Smeg Soda Maker SKC01 Review: Beauty and Bubbles

1 month ago | technewstube.com | Chris Haslam

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This magical beach resort is Africa's best

1 month ago | thetimes.com | Chris Haslam