Latest articles by Erin Bashford
The Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro is discounted for Prime Day — but this De'Longhi espresso machine is $200 cheaper and makes cold brew too
The Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro is discounted to $599 right now, but I'd recommend saving even more and getting the De'Longhi Arte Evo for $399.
I’m an ex-barista and these are the best pour-over coffee makers I’ve tested
I've tested all the main players in the pour-over game, and here are my favorites: the Kalita Wave, Hario V60, Chemex, and Yeti Pour-Over.
Most Breville espresso machines aren't on sale for Prime Day, but I found 3 De'Longhi, Technivorm, and Fellow alternatives
Breville hasn't discounted many of its espresso machines this Prime Day, so I've rounded up a few of the best alternatives.
I review audio gear for a living — best Bose Prime Day deals up to 50% off on headphones, soundbars and Bluetooth speakers
Prime Day 2026 has landed and brought Bose's awesome savings with it. You can save 50% on the Bose QuietComfort Headphones right now.
De'Longhi's cold brew espresso maker is on sale for Prime Day — but I'm an ex-barista and you should get this $31 French press instead
De'Longhi's espresso + cold brew machines are on sale for Prime Day, but if you're a cold brew fanatic, you should get a cheap French press instead.
I just tested one of the most immersive soundbars on the market — here's why the KEF XIO is one to watch (and you can save £200)
I reviewed the KEF XIO soundbar last week and felt like I was at the movies: here's why it's such a ferocious soundbar.
De'Longhi's Prime Day sale has come early: Save up to $300 on its best espresso and automatic coffee machines
De'Longhi has launched its Prime Day deals early, so I've used my coffee expertise to round up my top 5 recommendations for barista coffee at home.
Samsung, Sony, Bose, and Sonos have already launched Prime Day sales: Our highest-rated soundbars are up to $228 off right now
I wouldn't wait until Prime Day for these soundbar deals. I've found Bose, Sony, Samsung, Klipsch and Sonos savings on some of their best soundbars.
I tested the Ninja AutoBarista Pro — and it’s one of the most ambitious automatic coffee machines I’ve ever tested (but I’m not sure it’s in a good way)
The Ninja AutoBarista Pro is an ambitious automatic coffee machine with espresso, drip, and cold brew functions, but I’m not sure it meets all its marks.
The Breville Barista Express is randomly on sale for $499 — and you basically get a free grinder
I just found the iconic Breville Barista Express for just $499: that's the same price as the Breville Bambino Plus... so you literally get a free grinder.
I tested the brand-new Kindle Colorsoft 2026 — and it’s still the King of e-readers
RecommendedThe Kindle Colorsoft 2026 is a fantastic e-reader, with a frontlit screen complete with night mode, an IPX8 rating, and 8 weeks of battery life.
Do you need a WDT tool for barista-quality coffee at home? I put the controversial coffee tool to the test
On episode 12 of The Coffee Lab, I put the enigmatic Weiss Distribution Technique Tool (WDT tool) to the test. Is it an essential accessory?
I tested the most-anticipated espresso machine of 2026 — and the Fellow Espresso Series 1 hits all its marks
Editor's ChoiceFellow Espresso Series 1 is perfect for beginners and coffee nerds alike, with enough shot profile options to fill a Yellow Pages and a pro-level steam wand.
I walked 316,000 steps in the Merrell Moab 3, and they’re some of the comfiest hiking shoes I’ve ever worn
Editor's ChoiceThe Merrell Moab 3 are some of the best hiking shoes I’ve ever used, with grippy 5mm lugs, a supportive Vibram sole, and a super-cushioned interior.
I just saw Smeg's brand new Moonlight colorway in real life — and my kitchen is about to get a serious upgrade
I saw Smeg's brand-new Moonlight colorway in real life, and it's the upgrade my kitchen has been begging for. It's modern yet retro, and gorgeous.
I reviewed 'the ugliest sandals in the world' last year — and there's a reason these Keen hiking sandals (still) never leave my feet in the summer
I reviewed the Keen Hyperport H2 sandals last summer, but they're still my go-to for hikes during heatwaves.
I tested Simply Good Coffee’s (mostly) plastic-free brewer — and it’s actually a fantastic Moccamaster alternative
Simply Good Coffee Plastic-Free Brewer is a great Moccamaster alternative capable of making delicious coffee in minutes, but it’s not 100% plastic-free.
I tried this ridiculously cheap bean-to-cup espresso machine so you don't have to — and it's a total head-scratcher
On Episode 11 of The Coffee Lab, I attempt to answer the age-old question: can you get a good bean-to-cup for under $350?
I just tested KEF’s first soundbar — it’s $2,500 and one of the best home cinema products I’ve ever used
RecommendedKEF XIO is a soundbar with big ambitions and a big price tag. At $2,500, this is only for the serious home cinema enthusiasts, but it won’t disappoint you.
Don't suffer through muffled commentary this World Cup — these 5 soundbars will ensure you hear every goal (from just $53)
I test tons of soundbars every year and these are my top 5 recommendations for crystal-clear sound all World Cup long.
I made two identical espressos with $5 coffee beans and $20 coffee beans — and yes, the coffee snobs are right
Episode 10 of The Coffee Lab sees me pitting cheap and expensive beans against each other: Do you really need to spend $20 on coffee beans?
We've spent years testing the best massage guns — these are the 3 to buy
Review We've tested the best massage guns to boost recovery and reduce muscle soreness and picked our top three choices, plus recovery alternatives if you want to try something else.
The 6 best coffee grinders you can buy in 2026, tried and tested by a former barista
We meticulously tested all the best coffee grinders you can buy in 2026, and here's our final ranking.
