Latest articles by Millie Fender
Best Nespresso machine 2026
Nespresso machines come in all shapes and sizes, but which is right for you?
After extensive taste testing, these are the best stand mixers of 2026
I've eaten my way through a mountain of sweet treats to find the best stand mixer so you don't have to — and I'd do it all again
The 6 best coolers of 2026, tried and tested
No camping trip is complete without the best cooler — here's our top 6 from Yeti, Ninja, Coleman and more
The 5 best juicers of 2026, tried and tested
We tested the best juicers for every use and budget, featuring masticating and centrifugal models from just $100.
Best microwaves in 2026
The best microwaves you can buy for reheating, defrosting and sanitizing
Best Keurig coffee maker in 2026
We tested and compared the latest models to find the best Keurig coffee makers.
The best electric kettles in 2026
Every kitchen needs an electric kettle, and here are the best options for tea, coffee, and everyday cooking
These are the best toaster ovens we've tested for convenient home cooking
We tested leading toaster ovens for power, capacity, and ease of use. Here are the winners.
Best fire pits in 2026: Tested and rated
Looking for the best fire pits? We’ve tested a range of smokeless, traditional and portable fire pits to find the right one for you.
Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai robot vacuum review
It's huge and noisy, but the Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai is a trustworthy, low-maintenance robot vacuum.
Ninja Crispi Pro review: A meal prep marvel
RecommendedI love everything about the Crispi Pro, apart from the price. It makes speedy, delicious meals in minutes and looks lovely on my countertop, but it's not my top recommendation for the average buyer.
I just tested this compact pizza oven — and it's perfect for small outdoor spaces
Editor's ChoiceSmall yard? No problem. The Gozney Arc Lite is lightweight and compact, but still fires on all pistons to make perfectly crisp pizza.
I put IKEA's new $35 cast iron pan head-to-head with my Lodge skillet — there was a clear winner
I compared IKEA's new cast iron pan to my old faithful Lodge; here's what happened
Cricut Joy Xtra review: this capable cutting machine is perfect for beginners
RecommendedI made everything from Valentine's Day cards to personalized water bottles with the Cricut Joy Xtra, and here's what I thought.
IKEA’s stackable food storage containers just doubled my kitchen counter space, and they only cost $14
This simple but genius kitchen storage from IKEA is a failsafe way to store shelf-stable items.
Gozney just announced my dream pizza oven, and I can't wait to try it
The new Arc Lite has all the charm of the Arc, but in a smaller package
Ninja BlendBoss review: Fun meets functional with this powerful personal blender
Editor's ChoiceThe Ninja BlendBoss looks cool, but it's far from a gimmick. This single-serve blender is one of the most powerful I've ever used.
I was lusting after this trending French flatware — but IKEA just released a stylish lookalike that's a fraction of the price
Lusting after Sabre but on an IKEA budget? This $39 flatware set looks so similar for a tenth of the price.
I compared the Always Pan with IKEA's Klippfisk lookalike — here's what happened
IKEA's Always Pan lookalike is $100 cheaper, but is it any good? I put them head to head
This air fryer is smart enough to cook your Valentine's Day steak dinner, and it's 25% off at Amazon right now
I've tested air fryers for five years — the one I use every day is 25% off for Presidents' Day
I'm getting married this year — the 24 kitchen essentials I think everyone needs on their wedding registry
The ultimate wedding registry kitchen checklist, from a nearly-wed homes editor
Ooni Volt vs Ninja Artisan: which electric pizza oven should you buy?
I pitted these two electric pizza ovens head-to-head, and here's the one I recommend.
I spent a month with Dyson's new PencilVac Fluffycones, and I hate how much I love it
RecommendedDyson's new PencilVac is its most interesting release in years, but is it any good? I tried it for a month to find out.
