Latest articles by Millie Fender
I finally tried the Meraki espresso machine — it was love at first brew
My initial impressions of the highly anticipated espresso machine are in.
I spent a week with the Nutribullet Ultra 1200 blender — can it beat the original?
I'm a die-hard fan of the original Nutribullet, but can it be topped by the Ultra?
'If a pen can fit in the gap, a rat probably can too' — pest expert urges homeowners to take these preventative steps now
Address these common access points to keep rats out.
I never lose my socks in the laundry thanks to this expert-approved hack, and it's totally free
This expert-approved laundry hack costs nothing and keeps them all in one place
Ninja's Creami ice cream maker just got a limited-edition summer update, and there's a color for everyone
This summer collection is a surprising sweet treat.
Ninja's iconic Slushi machine just got a limited-edition summer upgrade — and I can't decide which color I love most
I'm obsessed with these drink-inspired colors
I'm ditching my KitchenAid for the Ooni Halo Stand Mixer — here's why
My months of testing have confirmed it: Ooni makes more than great pizza ovens. The Halo Stand Mixer executes the trickiest tasks without breaking a sweat, but its price might make your eyes water.
IKEA's iconic Billy Bookcase just got a welcome update — here's what's new
An eco-friendly upgrade and easier assembly.
Smeg's new Mini Milk Frother is small, stylish and surprisingly versatile
Smeg's new kitchen appliance is a small way to make a big impact on any of your milk-based drinks.
Air fryers didn't exist when I went to college, but if they did, this is the one I'd want
Here's 3 reasons why the Ninja Crispi is a student essential.
I got a first look at LG's new home appliance releases — here's 3 that stood out to me
Things just keep getting smarter.
The best electric kettles in 2025
Every kitchen needs an electric kettle, and here are the best options for tea, coffee, and everyday cooking
I just discovered this simple hack to tell if you're brewing good espresso — and I wish I learned it sooner
A coffee expert shares this 'simple visual cue' to help you fix it.
I tested Shark's FlexBreeze HydroGo misting fan in a heatwave — and now I can't live without it
Big name, small design: the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo is powerful, portable, and oh-so-refreshing
Experts recommend the 'DIY cool room' technique during a heatwave — here's how to do it
Here's how this simple hack can keep energy bills low as the temperature stays high.
People are sprinkling used coffee grounds outside their front door this summer — and it's not as weird as it sounds
You don't need to use chemicals to deter ants. Simply sprinkling this common kitchen waste outside your door can disrupt their path and send them packing.
Hotel Chocolat just dropped a new Velvetiser, and it can make hot and iced drinks
You can make hot and iced drinks with Hotel Chocolat's new Velvetiser, and I can't wait to try it.
Best food processors 2025
We tested the best food processors on the market to round up our ultimate top picks.
Best Cuisinart coffee makers
Our roundup of the best Cuisinart coffee makers for every budget and type of coffee
You can stop searching — after weeks of testing, I can confirm that the Kamado Joe Konnected is the perfect grill
I've been testing it for weeks, and I can't think of a single person who wouldn't love this grill.
People are spreading yogurt on their windows to beat the heat this summer — and there's a scientific reason
People are covering their windows with this common breakfast ingredient to save them from the heatwave.
Cuisinart's new ice cream maker fixes my least favorite thing about the Ninja Creami, and costs half as much
A magic wand that looks like an AeroPress and performs like a Creami
I just tried Nespresso's limited-edition Pistachio collection, and it's the pop of color I didn't know my kitchen needed
A pop of pistachio that will liven up any kitchen.
