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Air fryer vs multi-cooker - what's the difference and why should you pick either?
I put an air fryer vs multi-cooker to the test to see which you should invest in
By Molly Cleary
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Where should you put a kitchen bin? These 5 Feng Shui rules will create a tidy, functional cooking space
Keep bad odours firmly at bay but your kitchen bin close by for easy access
By Holly Cockburn
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The 8 best dual zone air fryers as tested by the Ideal Home team
All of the best dual zone air fryers that I've tried and tested – so that you can read up before you invest
By Molly Cleary
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The 14 best air fryers in the UK, complete with reviews, from the Ideal Home team
We've reviewed the best air fryers from Ninja, Instant, Tefal, Phillips, Tower and more. Here's our ranking of the ones we love after testing
By Molly Cleary
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I'm living in my house while renovating in winter — this is how we're keeping our home draught-free and cosy
We're embracing the dust and cold while keeping our sanity intact and here's how
By Jenny McFarlane
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The 7 best kitchen layouts for maximising worktop space - secrets for a practical and tidy kitchen, according to experts
Check out our top tips for making the most out of your kitchen counter space, before you plan your next reno project
By Holly Walsh
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Kitchen hacks to encourage healthy eating habits — 7 ways your kitchen can support healthy living
Make creating healthy changes easy by following these tips
By Eilidh Williams
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We tried the SodaStream Art sparkling water maker
It's a star if you're looking for a purchase to help with hosting this festive season
By Ellen Manning
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Are wooden kitchen worktops a good idea? Kitchen experts explain the pros and cons to choosing a natural wood surface
Add a rustic touch to your kitchen space - as long as you care for it properly
By Holly Cockburn
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7 habits chefs swear by for an efficient kitchen - make dinnertime less stressful with these small changes
Take your cue from the pros and make getting dinner a far less stressful experience
By Emma Rinaldi
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The most popular coffee machine 2024 - this is the model everyone has been upgrading to this year
These are the quality coffee machines that have been keeping our readers caffeiniated all year long
By Molly Cleary
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Ideal Home's bestselling air fryers of 2024
Can you guess which brands made the list?
By Molly Cleary
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These are the gadgets that make storing leftovers so much easier
These kitchen additions are the thing to take your leftovers to the next level
By Molly Cleary
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The best pod coffee machines of 2025, as tested by the Ideal Home team
These are pod coffee machines you need to get your caffeine fix, pronto
By Molly Cleary
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Our tried and tested top non-stick pans for fried eggs, pancakes, and speedy stir-fries
We've done the flipping and sticking so you don't have to
By Molly Cleary
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How to make clear ice cubes – use this fool-proof method for dazzling cocktails this Christmas
This is what you need to do to achieve crystal-clear ice cubes this Christmas
By Kezia Reynolds
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Best soup makers of 2025 in the UK - I tried and tested 5 favourites
Reviews of the best soup makers you can buy from Ninja, Drew and Cole, Morphy Richards, and Salter, perfect for winter dishes
By Molly Cleary
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'The gold kitchen island is the star of the show…our space is perfect for Christmas hosting now!'
This kitchen renovation has given these happy home owners a glam new festive cooking and entertaining space
By Karen Wilson
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Stuck between engineered vs sintered stone surfaces? Kitchen experts explain the most stylish and practical choice for your home
Weighing up engineered vs sintered stone surfaces? Our guide is here to help you compare the two
By Natasha Brinsmead
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I've set up a temporary kitchen during our renovation — with these 3 key appliances
Who needs an oven anyway?
By Jenny McFarlane
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Philips' new air fryer uses steam to revolutionise cooking and cleaning – here's what happened when I tried it at home
This dual-basket steam air fryer does the job, but doesn’t knock it out of the park
By Ellen Manning
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Plywood kitchens are the secret to a Scandi-inspired cooking space
5 ways to embrace the simple kitchen trend in 2025
By Holly Cockburn
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Green kitchenware will be the ‘it’ trend for dining tables in 2025 - here’s how you can get the look
It can even make your next culinary feast look more enticing
By Kezia Reynolds
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We've tested the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
We've reviewed the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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Nigella Lawson just revealed the £25 rice cooker she loves to give as a Christmas gift
Nigella's go-to Christmas present might just surprise you
By Molly Cleary
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5 ways to modernise oak kitchen cabinets - bring this wood tone into 2025 with these expert-approved tips
Warm wood tones are the secret to an inviting family kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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What worktops go with white kitchens? The combinations that will elevate this classic colour scheme
From sleek and modern to rustic and organic, discover the worktop options that work best with a white kitchen
By Linda Clayton