Helen McCue
Helen started reviewing home and kitchen appliances in 2007 at the Good Housekeeping Institute and has never looked back. She’s now freelance and reviews all sorts of appliances from her home in a pretty village in the UK. Despite having reviewed hundreds of coffee machines in her time, she’s only recently developed a love for coffee and a daily coffee habit, which makes tasting all those coffees much more enjoyable!
Latest articles by Helen McCue

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They could damage your cookware, and possibly your cooktop.

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You might think you're doing your part for the planet, but you'll be surprised that these things can’t be recycled.

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Hint: it can depend on the type and brand of coffee maker

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Editor's ChoiceI tried the KitchenAid that allows you to supersize your bakes to crowd-pleasing proportions.

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RecommendedI put the AMZCHEF Cold Press Juicer to the test to see if this budget friendly option can rival the premium juicers.

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If you're wondering whether it's safe to use your trusted air fryer, we ask an expert if it's really toxic.

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It's large and expensive, but Smeg's new Countertop Oven is feature-packed and feast-worthy

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Induction cooktop protectors can keep your stove scratch-free, but experts warn they may have some downsides.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Dreo ChefMaker Combi Fryer is a premium smart air fryer that’s a bit like having your own personal chef at home. The best part? It’s not a gimmick.

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The Smeg High Performance Blender strays from Smeg's retro designs, but this modern blender comes with a high price tag.

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The Our Place Wonder Oven is cute, compact, and effortlessly simple to use, but it comes with compromises in both performance and design.

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Bleach might be a go-to substance for killing germs, but did you know there are other things it can be used to clean?

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Before you put away your festive decorations, avoid these 7 places when storing your Christmas tree.

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We’ve found 7 ways to keep your towels soft and fluffy, even if you don’t own a dryer.

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Keep those pesky pine needles under control with these top tips.

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The Nespresso Lattissima One can automatically dispense hot frothy milk, but only in small amounts.

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The Nespresso Essenza Mini is a tiny, discreet coffee maker ideal for small spaces.

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Avoid clogged pipes and damaging the environment by keeping these things out of your toilet.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus bridges the gap between convenience and control.

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The Nespresso Pixie is a compact and sturdy capsule coffee maker that’s great for small spaces.

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Editor's ChoicePacked with all the latest features Nespresso has to offer, the Nespresso Vertuo Next takes the hassle out of brewing coffee.

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Want to cover up a wall in your backyard? These are the plants to get.

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Want an ongoing display of flowers in your yard? We’ve found the 9 best perennials for repeated blooms.
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