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Lakeland’s expert-approved Only Pan collection just got bigger – these are the pieces to snap up if you want to stylishly banish clutter in a cosy kitchen

If you're looking for aesthetically pleasing cookware on a budget, look no further

Ideal Home · Aug 27

The 1-second trick that will make your stainless steel pans non-stick and easier to cook with – I learnt it from Le Creuset's expert home economist

I've used it at home ever since

Ideal Home · Apr 12

Lidl's Le Creuset stainless steel pan lookalikes land in stores this weekend – but what do you actually get for £12.99 from these non-toxic pans?

There's a shiny new stainless steel range in the middle of Lidl

Ideal Home · Apr 10

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De'Longhi's 'effortless' Eletta coffee machine amazed our reviewer when she tried it – now they've released a new version which somehow looks even better

But shhh, it's super quiet

Ideal Home · Mar 29

I predicted this Tom Kerridge all-in-one pan would be a bestseller when we tried it –Four months on, its practically perfect user rating proves I was right

If you're in the market for a new non-toxic pan, you couldn't do better than this pick

Ideal Home · Mar 18

After using the 'Made In' 5 Piece Stainless Set I don’t think I can go back to my old pans

Ditch the non-stick and learn to cook like a chef with this professional level stainless steel set

Ideal Home · Mar 8

How we test coffee machines – all of the details on our review process and the key benchmarks we're judging each machine by

We've tested dozens of coffee machines as part of our in-house review process. Here's the detail on exactly how we manage it

Ideal Home · Feb 26

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Can you make pancakes in a stainless steel pan? I tried it with this Le Creuset version to prove you don't need a non-stick coating for the job

Turns out you don't need a non-stick coating for pancakes

Ideal Home · Feb 5

I tried Dunelm’s big, bold, cast-iron cookware, and I was stunned by the price

I’m struggling to see why you would fork out for big brand cast iron casserole dishes when these affordable versions do the same job.

Ideal Home · Jan 10

The highlight of my job is testing new cookware – these are the new pans and designs that thoroughly impressed me in 2025

All-in-one pans and stainless steel had a serious moment

Ideal Home · Dec 17, 2025

Lakeland is selling a Tri Ply cookware range to rival Gordon Ramsay's favourite HexClad non-stick pans – from just £24.99

Had your eye on a HexClad but not sure about the price? Lakeland's got an alternative

Ideal Home · Sep 8, 2025

'I'll be swapping my gas pizza oven for an electric one' – here's why this no-faff 'it' product is perfect for easy al fresco meals

Here's why electric pizza ovens have our vote

Ideal Home · Jul 11, 2025

This limited-time John Lewis discount is the cheapest I've ever seen the Ninja FlexDrawer air fryer - plus it comes with a £50 voucher

You can pick up our top-rated air fryer ever for just £150 today at John Lewis

Ideal Home · May 12, 2025

Chefs like Gordon Ramsay love HexClad's tri-ply cookware – but this is what I wish I'd known before I invested in it myself

Gordon Ramsay swears by this brand for his at-home cookware, but what makes it so special?

Ideal Home · Apr 10, 2025

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Ideal Home · Apr 3, 2025

Do you need a wok? According to one chef, it's the only pan you do need

Is a wok a kitchen non-negotiable?

Ideal Home · Mar 26, 2025

I wish I'd known these 4 things before I bought my Ninja air fryer – here's how to buy the right one for your home

This is what I'd change if I could do it over again

Ideal Home · Nov 29, 2024

Should you buy a Ninja or a Tefal air fryer? We've tested air fryers from both brands and this is our verdict

Get the lowdown on the difference between Tefal and Ninja air fryers, and which brand will suit you best

Ideal Home · Nov 29, 2024

Zara McDermott’s favourite (and Gordon-Ramsay-approved) non-stick pots and pans are cheaper than ever thanks to a rare discount

This top-rated brand is offering some serious discounts this Black Friday

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Ideal Home · Nov 21, 2024

I've tested dozens of air fryers - but these are the 5 things I wish I'd known when I invested in my first air fryer

If you're shopping an air fryer in the Black Friday sales, here are a few things to consider

Ideal Home · Nov 5, 2024

Can you put a slow cooker pot in the oven? How to figure out which ones are (and aren’t) oven-safe

It’s not a black-and-white answer

Ideal Home · Oct 30, 2024

I've tried a halogen oven and I'd never use one again - here are 4 disadvantages to investing in one

Don't believe the hype

TechRadar · Oct 13, 2024

Kenwood MultiPro OneTouch Food Processor and Blender review: one appliance that can do it all

A a jack-of-trades kitchen appliance, but is it trying to be too many things?

Ideal Home · Sep 7, 2024

I tried a pan from Gordon Ramsay's favourite cookware brand and now I want every piece in the collection

I tried it and loved it

Ideal Home · Aug 24, 2024

This air fryer is so clever that it could teach any novice to cook - here's why it's a total star buy

Is this the most advanced air fryer yet?

Ideal Home · Jul 19, 2024

Gas grill vs pellet grill - Should you invest in a tried-and-trusted classic or the new BBQ on the block?

The stakes (or should we say steaks?) are high…

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