Lydia Hayman

1 week ago | homesandgardens.com | Lydia Hayman

If you've ever browsed the HexClad website, you'll know it’s packed with pans that look remarkably similar, all featuring the brand's iconic honeycomb surface and sleek stainless steel finish (you'll see what I mean from the pictures below). There are tons of variations on shape, size, and price point, so you'd be forgiven for asking: 'Which HexClad pan is best for me?'That’s where I come in.

1 week ago | homesandgardens.com | Lydia Hayman

With the Amazon Prime Day dates officially announced yesterday, I have received a few questions about a frying pan brand that is often drastically discounted in the sales: Sensarte cookware. It’s not a household name, but it’s hard to miss on Amazon – often ranking among the best-selling pans, flaunting non-stick pan surfaces, and boasting jaw-droppingly low price points.

1 week ago | homesandgardens.com | Lydia Hayman

Some kitchen tools quietly earn their place in your every day routine – not with fanfare or flashy features, but with genuinely useful features that you just can't resist. The Dualit Hand Blender is exactly that. I’ve tested it in my kitchen for a couple of weeks, using it for everything from fresh soups and salsas to whipped cream and even a batch of meringues for a weekend baking project.

1 week ago | inkl.com | Lydia Hayman

Dualit Hand Blender Set. Some kitchen tools quietly earn their place in your every day routine – not with fanfare or flashy features, but with genuinely useful features that you just can't resist. The Dualit Hand Blender is exactly that. I’ve tested it in my kitchen for a couple of weeks, using it for everything from fresh soups and salsas to whipped cream and even a batch of meringues for a weekend baking project.

2 weeks ago | homesandgardens.com | Lydia Hayman

Every summer, I test the season's hottest appliances, from the best juicers to the top ice cream makers and best portable travel blenders. Last year, one small appliance left a lasting impression. It was a cordless Cuisinart blender – surprisingly powerful for its size and a dream for making fresh pestos, herb drizzles, and salsas on the go. I took it everywhere: to the barbecue, the beach, and even friends' gardens.