Good Food
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date: 2026-03-19T15:57:14.000Z
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items: The best portable barbecues on test
items: Best toasters to buy in 2026
items: The best sauté pans tried and tested
items: Best soup makers 2026, tried and tested by experts
items: Best blenders to buy now, tested and reviewed
items: The best cast-iron skillets of 2026: for searing, baking and everyday cooking
items: The best sandwich toasters, from toastie makers to grills
items: Best rice cookers for making perfectly fluffy grains

The best portable barbecues on test
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date: 2026-03-19T15:57:14.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: barbecues
subject: BBQ
subject: Chicken
subject: Natalie hardwick
subject: product review
subject: review
subject: small barbecues
subject: Summer
description: Portable barbecues are a convenient middle ground between hefty grills and disposable trays. Here's our pick of the best travel, bucket and tabletop BBQs, tried and tested
encoded: With the sun making an appearance, now's the perfect time to think about a portable barbecue. Whether you're grilling sausages on a balcony, cooking the day's catch at a beach or feeding the family on a camping trip, a good portable barbecue gives you plenty of options. Our team tested a wide range of models and shortlisted 10 of the best, covering everything from compact, briefcase-style grills that are light enough to take on a train, to larger set-ups that are better suited to the car boot or roof rack. However, all are straightforward to assemble and start using. Not sure what to cook? We've got plenty of ideas in our best ever barbecue recipes, plus a dedicated collection of best vegetarian barbecue recipes and best vegan barbecue recipes so nobody misses out. Best portable BBQs at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS 5/5 stars: Best portable BBQ for design: Weber Traveler Compact Gas Barbecue, £364 Best portable electric BBQ: Ninja Woodfire BBQ Grill and Smoker, £299.99 Best of the rest: Best portable BBQ for keen grillers: Weber Q2200N, £479 Best portable BBQ for camping: Campingaz Bistro Grill, £83.65 Best portable gas BBQ: Weber Q1200 gas barbecue, £349.99 Best budget portable BBQ that heats quickly: Lotus Grill, £165 Best portable BBQ for couples: Char-Broil Grill2Go, £229.99 Best portable charcoal BBQ: Berghoff tabletop barbecue, £134.95 Best portable BBQ for family-sized feasts: Napoleon TravelQ PRO285, £299.99 Best small portable BBQ: Campingaz Attitude 2go CV, £187.03 How we tested portable barbecues Ease of assembly and use: convenience is key here. We looked for models that can be assembled in minutes. Portability and storage: how easily the barbecue can be carried and how heavy it is, plus how well it can be stored in the long term. Design: we're suckers for nifty aesthetic flashes. How quickly it cools down: we don’t want to be trapped in the park, sat around burning cinders until dawn. Durability and accessories: the quality of the metal and whether it comes …

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Best toasters to buy in 2026
type: item
date: 2026-03-18T15:18:15.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: electronic kit
subject: product review
subject: review
subject: Toast
subject: toasters
subject: Toastie
description: If you often need to make breakfast quickly, you'll know the virtues of having a toaster. We tested two- and four-slot models from popular brands, so you can decide which is best for you
encoded: There’s nothing like a perfectly-toasted piece of toast, browned to perfection so the butter seeps in without becoming too soggy, or the toast being too overdone. And, as it turns out, getting your toast to crisp and colour to your taste can be a fine art, so you need the right model to suit your individual tastes and preferences. From wallet-friendly functional models to more intuitive and higher end toasters – such as those with different temperature settings depending on the type of bread to cooling racks and more – we tested a variety of toasters in all shapes, sizes and price ranges to find the best models to suit different tastes, household sizes and preferences. To ensure fair and consistent testing, we also tested a number of breaded items, from artisan sourdough to supermarket pre-sliced bread and fruit loaf to see how they fared. We also took into consideration factors such as price point, size, weight, slot size and toasting settings and considered a range of different-sized models, from two-slice toasters to four-slice slot appliances. Read on to discover which toasters we consider to be the best things since sliced bread. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly option or stylish toaster to match your kettle, we’ve got you covered. The latest additions to this guide were tested and reviewed by Annie Collyer. Do I need a toaster? A toaster is hardly essential, but if you eat toast regularly it is far quicker and more consistent than using a grill. It is particularly useful for families, frozen bread, bagels or thicker artisan slices, provided the slots are wide enough. If you only make the occasional slice, you could manage without one. For daily use, a sturdy model with defrost and warming functions is worth considering. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best toasters at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS 5/5 stars Best toaster for quality: Sage the Toast Select Luxe, £109.95 Best 4-slice toaster overall: Bosch DesignLine toaster, £49.99 Best inno…

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The best sauté pans tried and tested
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date: 2026-03-16T16:26:28.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: best saute pan
subject: Elaine Lemm
subject: saute pan reviews
description: It's one of the most useful pans in your kitchen, so it's worth investing in one that will last. Browse our pick of the best sauté pans for browning, searing and frying food
encoded: A good sauté pan earns its place on the hob. With higher sides than a frying pan and a wide base for even heat, it’s useful for everything from softening vegetables to searing meat and finishing dishes in the oven. Many also come with lids and work across all hob types, including induction, making them a flexible everyday pan. To find the best options, our experts tested a range of sauté pans, looking at heat distribution, durability, ease of use and how well they handled common kitchen tasks. The HexClad 4.3 Litre Hybrid Deep Sauté Pan with Lid came out as our top star buy, but we’ve also included several other tried-and-tested picks worth considering. Best sauté pans at a glance Best sauté pan for durability: HexClad 4.3 Litre Hybrid Deep Sauté Pan with Lid, £179 Best budget friendly sauté pan: ProCook Professional Sauté Pan & Lid, £60 Best compact sauté pan: M&S x Tom Kerridge Stainless Steel 24cm Sauté Pan, from £30 Best sauté pan for induction hobs: ProCook Elite Tri-Ply Sauté Pan & Lid Uncoated, £85 Best investment sauté pan: Le Creuset toughened non-stick sauté pan, £209 Best non-stick sauté pan: Circulon Infinite Total non-stick sauté pan, £134.99 Best looking sauté pan: Made In CeramiClad Non Stick Sauté Pan, £159 Best spun iron sauté pan: Netherton Foundry sauté pan, £125.10 How we tested sauté pans To see how well each sauté pan handled everyday cooking, we began with a simple but revealing test: gently sautéing a finely chopped onion in three tablespoons of vegetable oil. This allowed us to assess how evenly the pans heated, how responsive they were to temperature changes and how well their surfaces prevented sticking. We then cooked a soffritto of finely chopped onion, celery, carrot and garlic in olive oil, before adding 500g minced beef and crisping smoked bacon or pancetta, following the early stages of our classic bolognese recipe. This more demanding test showed how effectively each pan browned meat, retained heat and handled a larger volume of ing…

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Best soup makers 2026, tried and tested by experts
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date: 2026-03-04T09:41:18.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: best soup maker
subject: best soup makers
subject: Caroline Hire
subject: Homemade soup
subject: homemade soup recipes
subject: make soup at home
subject: morphs richards soup maker
subject: soup machines
subject: soup maker on test
subject: soup makers
subject: Soup recipes
description: For a quick and healthy supper solution, a soup maker will deliver with minimum effort. From basic models to sophisticated multi-purpose blenders, we round up our favourite models
encoded: Making homemade soup is not complicated; it is one of the easiest jobs in the kitchen and can be very satisfying. So is a soup maker worth it, or is this just another machine crowding the kitchen? A soup maker takes all the faff out of making soup by hand and delivers delicious, healthy soups quickly and easily. It saves time and effort and reduces washing up, freeing you to get on with other things. Soup makers are also rarely just for soup recipes; many make smoothies, cold drinks, quick batters, dips, sauces and even baby food, making your money go even further. A soup maker is also a great way of quickly using leftover veggies in the bottom of the fridge, using up a glut from the garden, or using odds and ends from a veg box, thus reducing food waste. Our top performing soup maker is the Morphy Richards Clarity 1.6L soup maker. Read on to discover our favourite soup makers and, for more inspiration, check out some of the best soup maker recipes we're loving right now. Do I need a soup maker? You don't need a soup maker to make good soup, a saucepan and blender will do the job. That said, it can be helpful if you want a simple, largely hands off way to cook smooth or chunky soups with minimal washing up. It suits small kitchens and busy households. If you regularly batch cook or like extra functions, a more versatile model may earn its space. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best soup makers at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS Best small soup maker: Lakeland Compact Soup Maker, £59.99 Best soup maker and blender: Tefal Perfectmix Cook BL83SD65 Soup Maker, £199.99 Best soup maker with sauté function: Ninja Foodi blender and soup maker, £179.99 Best all-in-one soup and smoothie maker: Morphy Richards Saute and Soup, £76.11 Best budget soup maker: Daewoo 1.6L soup maker, £42.99 Best everyday soup maker: Morphy Richards Classic soup maker, £59.99 Best basic soup maker: Tower 1.6 Litre soup & smoothie maker, £59.99 Jump to: Best soup makers to buy in 2026 Good Fo…

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Best blenders to buy now, tested and reviewed
type: item
date: 2026-01-07T11:16:22.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: Blender
subject: blenders
subject: Food processor
subject: Kayleigh Rattle
subject: magimix
subject: pureeing
subject: Smoothies
subject: Soup recipes
subject: Soups
subject: weaning
description: Whether whipping up soups, smoothies, dips or purées, blenders make light work of many kitchen tasks – here, we review products from leading brands
encoded: From whizzing up smoothies and cocktails to blitzing sauces and soups, blenders are one of the most indispensable kitchen appliances when it comes to making popular everyday recipes. Whether you’re looking for a timesaving gadget to make breakfast smoothies for all the family, or a nifty portable blender for whizzing up slushies on a summer holiday or picnic, blenders come in all manner of shapes, sizes and budgets. To save you time and to help you find the best model for your needs, I've put more than 40 blenders to the test in recent years, from premium models from the likes of Sage and KitchenAid to portable intuitive pieces of kit from Ninja and Nutribullet. The latest additions were tested and reviewed by Annie Collyer. Best blender overall If you're after the best model, the Ninja Detect 3-in-1 Power Blender and Food Processor scored five stars in our testing. Jump to review View Affiliate Playlist on the source website JUMP TO REVIEWS Best blenders at a glance 5/5 stars Best high-tech blender: Ninja Detect 3-in-1 Power Blender and Food Processor, £179.99 Best blender for easy clean-up: Haier I-Master Series 5 Glass Jug Blender, £89.99 Best blender for keeping on the countertop: KitchenAid K400 blender, £279.65 Best blowout blender: Sage the Super Q blender, £499.95 Best of the rest Best blender under £150: KichenAid Pure Power blender, £149 Best blender for doing it all: Nutribullet Triple Prep System, £209.99 Best all-round blender: Nutribullet Ultra, £94.99 Best blender for batch cooking: ProCook food blender and smoothie maker, £149 Best smoothie blender: Smeg BLC02WHMUK, £499.95 Best budget blender: Russell Hobbs Desire jug blender, £49.99 Best personal blenders Best quiet portable blender: Tefal Lightmix, £39.99 Best compact and portable blender: Cuisinart Blast & Go Portable Blender, £69.99 Best portable blender overall: Ninja Blast cordless blender, £39.99 Best portable blender for small kitchens: Nutribullet Flex, £59.99 Best blender for travel: Nutri…

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The best cast-iron skillets of 2026: for searing, baking and everyday cooking
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date: 2026-01-07T10:50:16.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: best cast iron pan
subject: best skillet
subject: Eggs
subject: fried food
subject: Frying-pan
subject: Steak
description: A good-quality cast-iron frying pan can be a solid investment and useful addition to your kitchen. Here, we’ve reviewed popular skillets from classic, heavy-duty fryers to sleek pans
encoded: For searing the perfect steak or achieving golden, crispy chicken thighs, a cast-iron skillet is an essential tool to have in your kitchen arsenal. But these durable pans go far beyond meat; their versatility makes them ideal for a variety of dishes, from perfectly set frittatas to caramelised tarte tatin. Their unrivalled heat retention ensures even cooking and allows for energy-efficient use, as they remain hot long after the hob is switched off. One of the standout benefits of cast-iron skillets is their adaptability. Not only can they handle the demands of your kitchen, but many are tough enough to be used on barbecues, fire pits or even in pizza ovens. Through rigorous testing, I’ve identified the best cast-iron skillets for performance, durability and value. While premium pans often deliver the most impressive results, I’ve also included budget-friendly options for cooks looking to invest in quality without breaking the bank. Read on to discover our expert-recommended picks, designed to elevate your cooking both indoors and out. Best cast-iron skillets at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS Best cast-iron skillet for versatility: Our Place cast-iron Always pan, £99 Best for weight and stay-cool handle: Solidteknics 26cm Quenched seamless iron frying pan, £110 Best value cast-iron skillet: ProCook cast-iron skillet, £39 Best for vintage good looks and quality materials: Staub cast-iron black frying pan, £179 Best non-stick cast-iron skillet: Staub cast-iron frying pan, £159 Best small cast-iron skillet: Judge cast-iron skillet, £15 Best cast-iron skillet for beginners: Le Creuset Signature cast-iron skillet, from £99 Best cast-iron skillet for oven-baked dishes: Nuovva pre-seasoned cast-iron skillet, £24.49 How we tested cast-iron skillets To put our cast-iron skillets to the test, we cooked a simple fried egg. This allows us to determine how easy it is to regulate the heat of the pan, how non-stick it is, and if the pan can cook food gently. A cast-iron skillet that can’…

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The best sandwich toasters, from toastie makers to grills
type: item
date: 2026-01-07T10:09:35.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: Cheese toastie
subject: Grilled cheese
subject: Judy Yorke
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: sandwich toastie
subject: Toastie
description: Toastie makers have never lost their popularity. We put electronic sandwich toasters through their paces to find the best machines for making melty, cheesy grilled sarnies.
encoded: There’s a lot to be said for the humble sandwich; it can serve as a simple snack or dressed up and elevated to become a full meal. But there’s something about the combination of hot metal plates and bread that takes sandwich making to the next level, and this is where sandwich toasters and toastie makers come in. These versatile bits of kit aren’t just reserved for toasting sandwiches; many come with different plates for different tasks. Some have waffle plates, others have flat plates and grill plates for toasted sandwiches, some even open up flat for table-top grilling. I tested a range of different models to find the best sandwich toaster for you – read on to discover our recommendations. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best sandwich toasters at a glance Best sandwich toaster for versatility: Philips 5000 Series Sandwich Maker, £34.99 Best deep-fill sandwich toaster: Breville Ultimate Deep Fill Sandwich Toaster, £29.99 Best sandwich toaster with removable plates: Cuisinart 2-in-1 Grill and Sandwich Toaster, £79.99 Best sandwich toaster grill: George Foreman Steel Grill, £40 Best budget sandwich maker: Daewoo SDA1389, £19.99 Best sandwich toaster for single toasties: Breville Solo SnackMaster, £24.99 Jump to: Best sandwich toasters to buy in 2026 How to choose the best sandwich toaster How I tested sandwich toasters I tested a range of sandwich toasters and toastie makers and used them to make a simple cheese toastie, a deep filled toastie, a filled panini, and if a model came with waffle plates, I made Good Food's plain waffles, too. I used all plates supplied to test against the following criteria: Ease of use Sandwich toasters and toastie makers are designed to do a simple job. I made sure that each model tested was straightforward to use. Versatility Many of the sandwich toasters and toastie makers I tested come with different plates for different tasks, such as grilling plates, waffle plates, and even flat plancha-style plates. I tested these ou…

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Best rice cookers for making perfectly fluffy grains
type: item
date: 2026-01-06T15:00:53.000Z
creator: Gabrielle Sander
subject: Review
subject: How to cook rice
subject: Katy Gilhooly
subject: rice cooking
subject: rice machine
subject: rice maker
subject: rice steamer
description: Need an easy way to cook rice? We've reviewed simple electric cookers and microwavable bowls, plus gadgets that double as slow cookers and pressure cookers.
encoded: Mastering the art of cooking rice – from perfect water ratios to the nuances of different varieties – can be a challenge. That’s where the best rice cookers come in: they make cooking this kitchen staple foolproof. Designed to produce consistently fluffy, perfectly cooked rice with minimal effort, these bits of kit are a game-changer for anyone who regularly cooks rice. All they ask of you is a quick rinse of the grains before you begin. Rice cookers vary widely, from simple, budget-friendly microwave models, to feature-packed multi-cookers that can handle everything from steaming to slow-cooking. But which is the best model for you? Read on to discover our top buys, and for more unbiased expert buyer’s guides, visit our reviews section to find hundreds of round-ups of everything from the best food processors and best slow cookers. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best rice cookers at a glance Best rice cooker for multiple functions: Instant Pot 12-cup rice cooker and steamer, £59.99 Best rice cooker for versatility: Yum Asia Panda Mini Advanced Fuzzy Logic rice cooker, £99.90 Best microwave rice cooker: Joseph Joseph M-Cuisine microwave rice cooker, £26 Best all-round rice cooker: Yum Asia Bamboo rice cooker, £199.90 Best rice cooker for quick results: Gastroback Design rice cooker, £63.92 Best rice cooker for families: Cosori 5.5L rice cooker, £89.99 Best rice cooker for two people: Lakeland mini electric rice cooker, £34.99 Best rice cooker for one person: VonShef Mini electric rice cooker, £32.99 Best rice cooker for simplicity and ease of use: Lakeland 1L digital rice cooker, £44.99 Jump to: Best rice cookers to buy in 2026 How to choose the best rice cooker What is ‘fuzzy logic’ on a rice cooker? How we tested rice cookers Quality of cooked rice: each cooker was tested with white and brown rice. We looked for precise cooking that resulted in fluffy, clump-free white rice and al dente brown. Where available, we used the 'keep-warm' function to asse…

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