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items: Best electric barbecues for summer feasts in an instant
items: Best knife sets for key kitchen tasks
items: Best ice cream makers for homemade frozen desserts
items: 11 of the best slow cookers for delicious faff-free meals
items: Best stainless-steel frying pans 2026: for crisp searing, eggs and everyday cooking
items: 12 of the best kitchen scales, tried and tested
items: The best graters to buy: tested by experts
items: Best cool boxes and bags for keeping food and drinks ice-cold

Best electric barbecues for summer feasts in an instant
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date: 2026-03-19T15:56:12.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
description: Electric barbecues are the must-have trend for summer 2025: effortless, fuel-free and perfect for searing your favourites. Ready to upgrade?
encoded: Electric barbecues have come a long way, and if you have the right set-up, they're one of the most convenient ways to cook outdoors. There are no gas bottles to store and no bags of charcoal to hunt down on a hot day – just plug in, heat up and get grilling. If you're working with a balcony, small patio or space where naked flames aren't allowed, an electric barbecue makes a lot of sense. Our team tested a range of models and shortlisted five of the best electric barbecues for summer 2026, all chosen for performance, ease of use and value. Not sure which type of barbecue suits you best? Take a look at our best gas BBQ and best charcoal BBQ guides, too. Our team has tried all of these models with our favourite barbecue recipes, so read on to find the best option for your grilling needs. Best electric barbecues at a glance Best electric barbecue for small spaces: Weber Lumin Compact, £305.40 Best electric barbecue for smoking: Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill and Smoker, £299.99 Best electric barbecue for ease of use: CADAC E-Braai 40, £139.99 Best electric barbecue for versatility: Weber Lumin electric BBQ, £570 Best electric barbecue for balconies: Morso Balcone, £269 Jump to section: Best electric barbecues to buy in 2026 How does an electric barbecue work? How to use an electric barbecue How to clean an electric barbecue How we tested electric barbecues Best electric barbecues to buy in 2026 Weber Lumin Compact Available from Amazon (£305.40), BBQ World (£367) Best electric barbecue for small spaces Pros: Simple and intuitive to unbox and put together Zone-selectable heat controls Temperature thermometer clear to read Quick to heat – quicker than waiting for coals to burn down Max temp 315°C Sear, smoke, steam or boil settings Cons: Definite hot spots while cooking Ingredients took much longer to cook than other barbecues Ingredients like halloumi stuck on the grill Star rating: 5/5 The Weber Lumin Compact is one of the most convenient electric BBQs I've tested. …

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Best knife sets for key kitchen tasks
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date: 2026-03-12T15:57:23.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
subject: bread knife
subject: Judy Yorke
subject: kitchen knife
subject: knife sets
subject: Knives
subject: paring knife
subject: serrated knife
description: Sharpen up your skills in the kitchen with a good set of knives. We've put a selection of knife sets through their paces – read on to see which came out on top.
encoded: Whether a novice or experienced cook, a set of sharp knives is essential to make your dicing, slicing, chopping and carving easier. Though you can buy individual knives, the best knife sets also tend to come with storage, which is an excellent way of looking after them. Knife sets vary hugely in price and, at the top end, are expensive, but they are an investment that will last for years with care. And, as our test shows, buying knives on a budget doesn't always mean they won't perform well. Choose a set that will be useful for the way you cook: three to four knives will usually cover all bases, with larger sets having more specialised knives such as filleting, carving and more. A good starting set may include a chef's knife – potentially the most versatile knife – or similar, plus a paring knife for fruit and vegetables and a serrated knife for tomatoes, cheese and soft fruits. Some also come with integrated sharpeners, though for those that don't, you can refer our guide on the best knife sharpeners to buy. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best knife sets at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS 5/5 stars Best blowout knife set: Zwilling Spectrum Knife Block, £699 Best classic knife set: Stellar Classic Knife Block Set, £129 Best knife block set: Opinel Parallèle five-piece knife block set, £179 Best Japanese knife set: HexClad the Essential Japanese Damascus steel knife set, £459 Best of the rest Best knife set for busy kitchens: Tefal EverSharp Pro, £159.99 Best knife set for under £100: ProCook Professional X50 Contour knife set, £69 Best knife set with sharpener: Ninja Foodi StaySharp 5-Piece Knife Block, £179.99 Best traditional knife set: Sabatier by Stellar kitchen knives in wooden knife block, £115 Best essentials-only knife set: Circulon chef, utility and paring knife set, £60 Best knife set for drawer storage: Joseph Joseph 10-piece Multicolour Knife & Utensil Set, £90 Best investment knife set: Zwilling Pro 7 Piece Ash Self Sharpening Knife Block, £449 …

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Best ice cream makers for homemade frozen desserts
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date: 2026-02-25T14:36:43.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
subject: best ice cream machine
subject: best ice cream makers
subject: Easy ice cream
subject: Elaine Lemm
subject: Homemade ice cream
subject: ice cream gadgets
subject: Ice cream machine
subject: ice cream maker
subject: Lydia Anderson
description: From sweet, refreshing sorbets to smooth ice cream, whip up your own frozen desserts in a flash at home with some of the coolest ice cream machines around.
encoded: Ice cream makers have quickly become a common sight on kitchen counters, particularly since the launch of the Ninja CREAMi. After testing a range of models myself, I understand the appeal. When they work well, they turn a few simple ingredients into smooth, scoopable ice cream with very little effort. To assess each one properly, I made two recipes in every machine: a classic vanilla ice cream and a sharp lemon sorbet. Vanilla is great for revealing texture issues, while lemon sorbet shows how well a machine handles fruit based mixtures. Some testers also tried their own flavours, which helped highlight differences in performance. I compared freeze first models, which require the bowl to be frozen in advance, with compressor machines that chill as they churn. I focused on texture, speed, noise, ease of use and cleaning to see which ones genuinely deliver results worth making at home. For inspiration, check out our full collection of ice cream recipes. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best ice cream makers at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS 5/5 stars: Best ice cream maker for versatility: Cuisinart Freeze Ease Pro Ice Cream Maker, £299.99 Best compact ice cream maker: Cuisinart Freeze Wand Ice Cream Maker, £99.99 Best freeze-first ice cream maker: Ninja Creami Deluxe NC501UK, £249.99 Best small ice cream maker: ProCook ice cream maker, £49 Best large ice cream maker: CASO IceCreamer 5-in-1 ice cream maker, £279.99 Best of the rest Best soft-serve ice cream maker: Ninja Swirl by CREAMi 13-in-1 ice cream maker, £349.99 Best budget ice cream maker: Cuisinart Solo Scoops, £39.99 Best quiet ice cream maker: Lakeland compressor ice cream maker, £199.99 Best value ice cream maker: ProCook professional ice cream maker, £149 Best ice cream maker for families: Ninja Creami NC300UK, £199.99 Best high-end ice cream maker: Magimix Gelato Expert, £500 Best ice cream maker attachment: KitchenAid ice cream maker accessory, £149 Jump to: Best ice cream makers to buy in 2026 How…

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11 of the best slow cookers for delicious faff-free meals
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date: 2026-02-17T16:34:59.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Budget
subject: Guide
subject: Review
subject: How to
subject: best slow cooker
subject: Slow cooker recipes
subject: slow cooker tips
subject: why use slow cooker
description: Discover our top slow cookers, plus recipes and practical cookery advice. We tested leading brands including Morphy Richards, Ninja and Crock Pot
encoded: It's no wonder slow cookers are a much-loved piece of equipment in the kitchen; who doesn't love the aroma of coming home to dinner, cooked and ready to serve? Yet, this is only one of the many benefits of using one. The cost of a standalone slow cooker is moderate and a multi-cooker with a slow cooker function may cost more, but you are also buying several functions. After your initial investment, though, the running costs compared to conventional ovens make either of these super-economical to run. Slow cooking means you can make the most of cheaper cuts of meat and budget-priced ingredients such as beans, lentils and root vegetables. A slow cooker also helps retain all the goodness in the food cooked, making foods healthier whilst delivering the maximum flavours often lost in faster cooking methods. Slow cookers are easy to use, with just a few settings, though some have convenient additions such as searing, steaming or keeping warm, which is handy for latecomers. This guide was brought to you by Cook Smart, a campaign designed by Good Food experts to help you save money and reduce food waste. Dive into more Cook Smart content in our budget hub. Slow cooker recipes are hugely popular and can be used to cook a range of delicious stews, casseroles, soups and curries, as well as less obvious dishes such as yogurt, grains, dhal and puddings. Read on to learn more about the different kinds of slow cookers on the market. The latest additions were tested and reviewed by Gabrielle Sander. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best slow cookers 2026 at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS 5/5 stars Best slow cooker: Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker rice and slow cooker MC1101UK, £119.99 Best slow cooker for batch cooking: Instant Pot 7.1L slow cooker, £119.49 Best large slow cooker: Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker 8L slow cooker, £149.99 Best multi-cooker slow cooker: Ninja 9-in-1 multi-cooker OP350UK, £229 Best slow cooker with timer: Morphy Richards EasyTime, £64.99 Best of the rest Be…

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Best stainless-steel frying pans 2026: for crisp searing, eggs and everyday cooking
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date: 2026-01-13T17:06:00.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
description: We tested a number of pans to find the best stainless-steel frying pans for home cooks who want great heat control, easy clean up and perfect browning
encoded: Choosing the best stainless-steel frying pan can feel tricky, especially if you’re used to non-stick. But once you get the hang of preheating properly, stainless steel is brilliant for everyday cooking, from crisp-edged eggs to proper searing and pan sauces. We tested 13 stainless-steel frying pans, cooking everything from caramelised onions to steak and eggs, to see which ones heated evenly, released food best and were easiest to use and clean. Stainless steel also means no non-stick coating, which many cooks prefer for high-heat frying and long-term durability. These are the stainless-steel frying pans we’d genuinely recommend for 2026. Best stainless steel frying pan overall If you're after the best stainless steel frying pan for your kitchen, the Zwilling Pro stainless-steel frying pan scored five stars in our tests. Jump to review Best stainless-steel frying pans at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS Best stainless-steel frying pan: Zwilling Pro stainless-steel frying pan, from £79.99 Best premium stainless-steel frying pan: Le Creuset signature stainless-steel frying pan, from £145 Best value stainless-steel frying pan: ProCook Professional Bi-Ply frying pan, from £45 Best stainless-steel frying pan for batch cooking: Kuhn Rikon All Round frying pan, from £39.95 Best stainless-steel frying pan for everyday stir frying: Silampos TriPly frying pan, from £65 Best budget stainless-steel frying pan: M&S x Tom Kerridge stainless-steel frying pan, from £30 Best stainless-steel frying pan for big portions: ProCook Elite TriPly uncoated frying pan, from £60 How we tested stainless-steel frying pans We tested 13 stainless-steel frying pans, cooking everyday recipes that show up common issues like sticking, uneven browning and poor heat control. Every pan was assessed for performance, comfort, ease of cleaning, design and sustainability. All testing was carried out by Annie Collyer, a freelance journalist with more than eight years' experience in reviewing home and kitchen product…

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12 of the best kitchen scales, tried and tested
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date: 2026-01-07T15:20:44.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
subject: Lesley Jones
description: From high-tech models to simple, classic designs, we put a range of kitchen scales to the test to find the very best.
encoded: Whether you’re a novice cook or experienced baker, a set of the best kitchen scales can help you achieve reliably good results. However, there’s a wide choice of models available, from basic offerings that measure in grams and pounds, to high-tech scales that can handle tiny amounts (such as yeast or agar-agar), multiple units of measurement, or large capacities. We put a selection of scales through their paces in a busy kitchen measuring wet and dry ingredients. All our chosen scales were consistent in their measurements and all had their plus points, be it ease of storage, simple cleaning or the exact measurement of tiny amounts. Read on to discover our recommendations. Best kitchen scales deals Looking for a discount on one of the kitchen scales in this list? We've been scouring the market to find the best deals. Good Food in partnership with Tower kitchen scales: Good Food Electronic Kitchen Scale | £49.99 £34.99 at Tower (save £15 or 30%) More deals: Salter British Bakes digital scale | £22.99 £19.99 at Salter (save £3 or 14%) Beurer KS25 kitchen scales | £26.99 £15.99 at Amazon (save £11 or 41%) For more kitchen appliances deals, visit our guide, discover how our experts test products and let us do the hard work for you. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best kitchen scales at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS 5/5 stars: Best kitchen scales: ProCook digital scales, £14 Best precision kitchen scales: Beurer KS 36 Precision kitchen scales, £35.89 Best digital kitchen scales: OXO Good Grips kitchen scales, £51.63 Best of the rest: Best kitchen scales for affordability: Salter Stainless Steel Dual Platform Scale, £24.99 Best kitchen scales for design: Salter British Bakes digital scale, £19.99 Best rechargeable kitchen scales: Smeg kitchen scales, £129.95 Best basic kitchen scales: Salter Expert Digital Scale, £19.99 Best Salter kitchen scales: Salter Aquatronic digital kitchen scales, £15.93 Best kitchen scales for coffee: Bodum Bistro Barista digital scales, …

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The best graters to buy: tested by experts
type: item
date: 2025-10-27T11:05:39.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
subject: Cheese
subject: cookery
subject: equipment
subject: grate
subject: graters
subject: grating
subject: Kitchen
subject: product review
subject: review
subject: zesting
description: We’ve found the best graters for shredding everything from chunky vegetables and garlic, to cheese and nutmeg. Find out which ones are our top buys
encoded: A grater is a true kitchen essential that’s often overlooked, but obvious in its absence when needed. The box grater is a versatile go-to, offering multiple blade grades across its sides. If kitchen space for storage is at a premium, hand-held graters with hanging loops are excellent alternatives. We tested graters with a combination of fresh ingredients, to bring you our picks of the best models on the market. We used parmesan, lemon and ginger to test out zesters, whilst carrot, cheddar and courgette were grated with the others. Little compares to tangy grated cheddar, piled high onto a hot jacket potato. But for the more adventurous, Good Food Magazines editor and judge of the World Cheese Awards, Keith Kendrick, shares his picks of the best cheese subscription boxes. Plus we’ve more inspiration with our top picks of the best cheese gifts. Best graters at a glance Best box grater: OXO Good Grips box grater, £20 Best zester: Microplane stainless steel premium classic zester, £14.95 Best cheese grater for serving: Microplane Container Bamboo micro grater, £39.95 Best ginger grater: Microplane 3-in-1 ginger tool, £19.95 Best premium box grater: OXO Good Grips box grater with removable zester, £35 Best zester for fuss-free mincing: Masterclass zester, £8.99 Best hand-held coarse grater: Victorinox coarse grater, £12 Best hand-held grater: Stellar acid-etched coarse grater, £14 Best cheese grater gadget: Victorinox compact grater, £17 Best grater with safety feature: ProCook narrow micro grater, £8 Best rotary cheese grater: Masterclass rotary cheese grater, £30.38 Jump to section: Best graters to buy in 2025 How to choose a grater How we tested graters We put graters to the test using parmesan, carrot, cheddar, courgette, lemon and ginger, then scored each grater based on the following criteria. Surface area of the grater: the bigger the surface area, the quicker you can complete the task in hand. Sharpness: we looked for a blade that made uniform shavings in one cle…

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Best cool boxes and bags for keeping food and drinks ice-cold
type: item
date: 2025-04-08T15:51:33.000Z
creator: Annie Collyer
subject: Review
subject: best cool box
subject: Caroline Hire
subject: chilled food
subject: cool bag
subject: cool bags
subject: cool box
subject: cool boxes
subject: ice box
subject: Picnic food
subject: Picnics
description: Plan ahead for warmer weather with our pick of the best cool boxes and bags, perfect for picnics, barbecues, camping or road trips.
encoded: A cool box might not be used often — especially in the colder months — but you'll soon find it a convenient purchase, especially if you're outdoorsy. Whether you have a camping holiday booked, a day trip to the seaside planned, or you’re a frequent picnic-goer in the British summertime, there are heaps of impressive cool boxes on the market for you to choose from. And some even claim to keep ice for five whole days. The perfect chamber to keep your picnic foods and beverages cold while you're away from your refrigerator, a cool box is more than just convenient — it’s a must-have for a successful day trip or staycation. With a recent influx of new cool boxes to the market, there are a few different types to choose from. There’s the classic cool box that you fill with ice, the electric cool box that requires power and the all-handy cool bag which is convenient to store. There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to choosing a cool box. This decision should be made while considering three factors: what you’ll use it for, the size of your family and your budget. We’ve tested all of the top-rated cool boxes on the market, ready for spring and summer 2025. These models impressed our testing team when it came to their capacity, design and, most importantly of all, keeping temperature. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best cool boxes at a glance Best overall cool box: Ninja FrostVault 28L, £199.99 Best cool box: Outwell Ecocool slate grey cool box, £69.95 Best investment cool box: Yeti Roadie 24 cooler, £225 Best large cool box: Igloo MaxCold 40 Ice 38-litre wheeled cool box, £99.99 Best cool box on wheels: Coleman Convoy 65 QT Wheeled Cool Box, £184.99 Best cool box for day trips: Yeti Tundra 45, £300 Best electric cool box: Vonshef 28L electric cool box on wheels, £84.99 Best cool bag: Hydro Flask Carry Out Soft Cooler, £69.95 Best cool box for camping: Petromax 25L Cool Box, £283.25 Jump to: Best cool boxes to buy in 2025 How to choose the best cool box How …

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