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AeroPress Clear review: the cult coffee maker, now see-throughAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.7/10

AeroPress Clear review: the cult coffee maker, now see-through

The AeroPress Clear swaps the classic polypropylene for shatterproof Tritan. We look at taste, durability and whether to pick it over the AeroPress Original.

7 min read

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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 review: the sous vide stick most people should start withAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.4/10

Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 review: the sous vide stick most people should start with

The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 heats water to within 0.1°C, connects over Wi-Fi and clips to any deep pot. Here is how it performs and what the app subscription means.

8 min read

Baratza Encore ESP review: an entry grinder that can finally do espressoAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.2/10

Baratza Encore ESP review: an entry grinder that can finally do espresso

The Baratza Encore ESP adds sharper M2 burrs and a fine espresso range to a best-selling grinder. We weigh its strengths, quirks and value in 2026.

7 min read

Bialetti Moka Express review: the stovetop icon still earns its placeAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.2/10

Bialetti Moka Express review: the stovetop icon still earns its place

Invented in 1933 and still made in Italy, the Bialetti Moka Express brews strong coffee on the stove for very little money. Is it still worth buying in 2026?

7 min read

Breville Barista Express Impress review: the easiest way into real espresso?AI

Review · Food & Drink

8.5/10

Breville Barista Express Impress review: the easiest way into real espresso?

Built-in grinder, assisted tamping and PID heating in one box. We weigh whether the Barista Express Impress (Sage in Europe) is worth it in 2026.

7 min read

Castillo de Canena Family Reserve review: premium Spanish olive oil worth the splurge?AI

Review · Food & Drink

8.6/10

Castillo de Canena Family Reserve review: premium Spanish olive oil worth the splurge?

Early-harvest Picual and Arbequina from a historic Andalusian estate. Here is how Castillo de Canena Family Reserve tastes, how to use it and whether it is worth it.

7 min read

Chemex review: the design classic that still brews beautiful coffeeAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.5/10

Chemex review: the design classic that still brews beautiful coffee

The Chemex has barely changed since 1941. We look at how the Six Cup Classic brews, its filters, care and fragility, and whether it is worth it in 2026.

7 min read

Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup food processor review: a simple, powerful workhorseAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.4/10

Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup food processor review: a simple, powerful workhorse

The Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup food processor pairs a 720 W motor with a huge bowl and simple paddle controls. Here is how it performs and who should buy it in 2026.

7 min read

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo review: an easy bean-to-cup machine for everyday coffeeAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.3/10

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo review: an easy bean-to-cup machine for everyday coffee

The De'Longhi Magnifica Evo grinds, brews and cleans itself with one touch. Here is how the manual-frother and LatteCrema versions compare, and who should buy one in 2026.

8 min read

De'Longhi Stilosa review: a budget espresso machine that knows its limitsAI

Review · Food & Drink

7.4/10

De'Longhi Stilosa review: a budget espresso machine that knows its limits

The De'Longhi Stilosa is one of the cheapest pump espresso machines from a major brand. Here is what it does well, where it falls short and who should buy it.

7 min read

Dualit Classic toaster review: a hand-built British toaster made to be repairedAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.1/10

Dualit Classic toaster review: a hand-built British toaster made to be repaired

The Dualit Classic NewGen toaster is hand-assembled in England, uses replaceable ProHeat elements and a clockwork timer. Is this premium toaster worth it in 2026?

7 min read

Fellow Stagg EKG Pro review: the pour-over kettle everyone copiesAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.6/10

Fellow Stagg EKG Pro review: the pour-over kettle everyone copies

The Fellow Stagg EKG, now sold as the EKG Pro, pairs precise temperature control with a superb gooseneck spout. Is it worth the premium price in 2026?

7 min read

Gaggia Classic E24 review: the modding favourite, refreshedAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.3/10

Gaggia Classic E24 review: the modding favourite, refreshed

The Gaggia Classic E24 keeps the 58mm portafilter and Italian build that made the Classic a legend. Here is what changed and who should buy it in 2026.

7 min read

Hario V60 review: the pour-over cone that set the standardAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.8/10

Hario V60 review: the pour-over cone that set the standard

The Hario V60 is cheap, simple and used in cafés worldwide. We look at taste, materials, sizes and the learning curve to see if it suits you in 2026.

7 min read

Huy Fong Sriracha review: the rooster sauce that became a kitchen stapleAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.2/10

Huy Fong Sriracha review: the rooster sauce that became a kitchen staple

Huy Fong's rooster-bottle sriracha is garlicky, sweet and medium-hot. Here is how it tastes, how hot it is, what happened with the shortages and the best alternatives.

7 min read

Instant Pot Duo review: the multi-cooker that started the crazeAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.2/10

Instant Pot Duo review: the multi-cooker that started the craze

The Instant Pot Duo combines pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer and yogurt maker in one pot. Is the classic 7-in-1 still worth buying in 2026?

7 min read

KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer review: the design icon that still bakes like a workhorseAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.6/10

KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer review: the design icon that still bakes like a workhorse

The KitchenAid Artisan pairs a near-century-old design with planetary mixing, 10 speeds and a universal attachment hub. Is it still the stand mixer to buy in 2026?

7 min read

Kuvings AUTO10S review: a hands-free slow juicer for big batchesAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.2/10

Kuvings AUTO10S review: a hands-free slow juicer for big batches

Kuvings' AUTO10S takes whole fruit and vegetables in a 3-litre hopper and presses them slowly with no chopping. Is the brand's hands-free juicer worth it in 2026?

8 min read

Le Creuset Dutch oven review: is the Signature cocotte worth the money?AI

Review · Food & Drink

9.0/10

Le Creuset Dutch oven review: is the Signature cocotte worth the money?

The Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven tops many independent tests. We look at cooking results, weight, durability, care and value in 2026.

8 min read

Monkey 47 gin review: the Black Forest gin with 47 botanicalsAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.9/10

Monkey 47 gin review: the Black Forest gin with 47 botanicals

Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin blends 47 botanicals, Black Forest spring water and lingonberries at 47% ABV. Here is how it tastes, how to serve it and whether it is worth it.

8 min read

Ninja CREAMi review: the ice cream maker that works differentlyAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.2/10

Ninja CREAMi review: the ice cream maker that works differently

The Ninja CREAMi turns frozen bases into ice cream, sorbet and protein treats in minutes. We look at how it works, the 24-hour catch and whether it is worth it.

7 min read

Ooni Koda 16 review: the gas pizza oven that made 16-inch pies easyAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.5/10

Ooni Koda 16 review: the gas pizza oven that made 16-inch pies easy

The Ooni Koda 16 reaches 500°C and bakes a Neapolitan-style pizza in about a minute. Now that the Koda 2 range is out, is the original still worth buying in 2026?

8 min read

OXO Good Grips kitchen scale review: the pull-out display that solves a real problemAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.4/10

OXO Good Grips kitchen scale review: the pull-out display that solves a real problem

The OXO Good Grips 11 lb scale with pull-out display is a long-time favourite of test kitchens. We look at accuracy, capacity, quirks and whether it is worth paying more.

6 min read

SodaStream Terra review: the simple, affordable sparkling water makerAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.1/10

SodaStream Terra review: the simple, affordable sparkling water maker

The SodaStream Terra needs no power, uses click-in Quick Connect cylinders and costs less than most rivals. Here is what it does well and where it cuts corners.

6 min read

Thermomix TM7 review: a bigger screen, open cooking and a big priceAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.3/10

Thermomix TM7 review: a bigger screen, open cooking and a big price

Vorwerk's Thermomix TM7 adds a 10-inch touchscreen, open-lid cooking and a larger Varoma. We weigh its strengths against the price, the noise and the Cookidoo subscription.

8 min read

Victorinox Fibrox chef's knife review: the budget workhorse, pros and consAI

Review · Food & Drink

7.9/10

Victorinox Fibrox chef's knife review: the budget workhorse, pros and cons

The Victorinox Fibrox chef's knife is a cheap, tough Swiss-made kitchen staple. We weigh its sharpness, handle and value against newer budget rivals in 2026.

7 min read

Vitamix E310 review: the most affordable way into Vitamix powerAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.5/10

Vitamix E310 review: the most affordable way into Vitamix power

The Vitamix Explorian E310 skips presets and screens but keeps the powerful motor, 10 speeds and 5-year guarantee. Is the entry-level Vitamix worth it in 2026?

7 min read

Work Sharp Precision Adjust review: guided sharpening for very sharp kitchen knivesAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.0/10

Work Sharp Precision Adjust review: guided sharpening for very sharp kitchen knives

The Work Sharp Precision Adjust clamps your knife and locks the angle so you can sharpen like a pro. Here is how it compares with electric sharpeners and whetstones.

8 min read

Wüsthof Classic chef's knife review: the German benchmark, pros and consAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.9/10

Wüsthof Classic chef's knife review: the German benchmark, pros and cons

The forged Wüsthof Classic 20 cm chef's knife keeps winning independent tests. We look at steel, sharpness, weight, care and value in 2026.

7 min read

Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy rice cooker review: slow, steady and very good riceAI

Review · Food & Drink

8.6/10

Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy rice cooker review: slow, steady and very good rice

The Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy NS-ZCC is a made-in-Japan rice cooker with fuzzy logic, many menus and a long keep-warm. Here is who it suits and what to know before buying.

8 min read