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items: Best red wines for cooking, from merlot to rioja
items: Is Our Place worth the hype?
items: Inside the dopamine kitchen: How bold colours and joy-driven design are redefining home spaces
items: Is the Ninja Crispi air fryer worth it?
items: Best De'Longhi coffee machines to buy
items: 8 best multi-cookers 2025: tried, tested and top-rated by experts
items: Best coffee grinders to buy in 2025, tried and tested
items: Is HexClad's popular hybrid cookware worth the hype?
items: The only air fryer deals you should consider for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
items: Best coffee pod machines for making quick and delicious coffee

Best red wines for cooking, from merlot to rioja
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date: 2025-10-31T11:59:06.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: Drinks
subject: Review
description: What's the perfect red wine for a meaty pasta sauce or warming veggie stew? Elevate your recipes with our guide to the best red wines for cooking
encoded: Red wine is an ultra-versatile ingredient that can add 'oomph' to a recipe, be it a hearty beef stew, rich tomato sauce, red wine jus or peppery sausage casserole. As well as bringing richness, depth and complexity, it also helps to intensify flavours, tenderise meat and give your dish a luxurious, glossy finish. Not every red wine works perfectly with every recipe, though, and to get the best results you want to choose a style that elevates your dish without overpowering it. Just as you'd pair a bottle of wine to drink with a meal, it's worth applying the same frame of mind when picking a red wine to cook with. We've selected a few familiar favourites and perhaps lesser-known styles (and where you can buy them) below, then matched them up with the recipes or ingredients which we think they work best with. All are widely available via online retailers like Laithwaites, as well as supermarkets like Tesco and Waitrose Cellar. In any case, a good rule of thumb to follow is: while you don't need to spend a fortune, avoid cooking with a wine you wouldn't want to drink – and that means steering clear of anything labelled 'cooking wine', which is often overly salty. Best red wines for cooking at a glance Best red wine for meat sauces: Malbec Best red wine for mushroom risotto: Pinot noir Best red wine for lamb: Rioja Best red wine for chicken, turkey or duck: Merlot Best red wine for beef bourguignon: Cabernet sauvignon Best red wine for tomato sauces: Chianti Best red wine for vegetarian dishes: Shiraz / syrah Best red wine for sweet and spicy flavours: Zinfandel Best red wine for Mediterranean recipes: Grenache Best red wine for sausage casserole: Beaujolais Best red wines for cooking to buy in 2025 Malbec Available from Laithwaites (from £8.99), Majestic (from £9), Waitrose Cellar (from £8), Tesco (from £4.79), Ocado (from £7.50), Virgin Wines (from £11.99), Perfect Cellar (from £16.45) Best red wine for meat sauces Renowned for its dark fruit notes, subtle spice and sm…

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Is Our Place worth the hype?
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date: 2025-10-31T11:56:22.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
subject: maintenance
description: As the brand behind the Always Pan and Wonder Oven air fryer, Our Place's pastel-coloured ultra-versatile cookware continues to be all over our social media feeds – but is it worth the money?
encoded: Anyone with a social media algorithm tuned into cookware, food or interiors will be familiar with Our Place. As the brand behind the Insta-famous Always Pan and the Wonder Oven, it's the epitome of the millennial kitchen aesthetic: where soft pastels and earthy hues meet practical design and storage. Most of us accumulate pots and pans of all shapes and sizes, then tuck them away in various drawers and cupboards, but for Our Place it's about the opposite. Its cookware is multifunctional, so in theory you only need one of its pans to do the job of several, and it's so good looking that you'll want to keep it out on display permanently. The brand has also just launched a new 'butter yellow' cookware range in partnership with Crocs and US cook Molly Baz. But as every Instagram or TikTok influencer affirms that Our Place is a must-buy brand, you might be asking: is the hype actually justified? We've spent our fair share of time testing Our Place products over the past four years, and we've put everything from the Perfect Pot to the Wonder Oven through its paces in the Good Food Test Kitchen – measuring against everything from ease of use and quality of materials, to sustainability and cooking results. This means we know exactly which pieces of Our Place's cookware will give you bang for your buck, and how it compares to other brands on the market like HexClad, ProCook and Le Creuset. For more advice and product recommendations, read our guides to the best non-stick frying pans, best pan sets and best casserole dishes. Jump to: Is Our Place worth it? What are Our Place pans made of? Is the Always Pan worth it? When does Our Place have sales? Our top-rated Our Place products What are the best Always Pan alternatives? Where to buy Our Place cookware Is Our Place worth it? Deciding whether Our Place is worth the hype (and cost) comes down to a few different factors: how much budget you have to spend; what you want from your cookware; and how much space you have in your kitc…

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Inside the dopamine kitchen: How bold colours and joy-driven design are redefining home spaces
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date: 2025-10-29T12:52:08.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
subject: maintenance
description: Black, grey and stainless steel kitchen kit is out – these days the most popular gadgets and cookware are bright, bold and bursting with colour. But what's behind this ever-growing trend?
encoded: Scroll through your favourite kitchenware brand's website or Instagram feed and you might spot a bit of a theme: cookware and appliances are no longer confined to a predictable palette of black, grey and stainless steel – they're popping with colours of every shade. From pastel-hued air fryers like the Wonder Oven, to sage green and cool blue frying pans from the likes of ProCook, these pieces of kit are designed to stand out on your countertop, rather than blend in. Even Ninja is getting in on the action, having released four new colourways of its 4-in-1 Crispi air fryer in mid October – 'ginger snap', 'frosted lilac', 'cherry crush' and pink (pictured below). But when did cookware and appliances become as much about looks as well as practicality, and what does it say about how we use and think about our kitchens in 2025? Where did it all begin? Of course, colourful kitchenware isn't a new phenomenon – covetable heritage brands like Le Creuset and KitchenAid have been leading the charge for decades, and their enduring appeal is proof that colour can be timeless as well as trendy. Volcanic orange has been the hallmark shade of Le Creuset since it began in 1925, though these days there are now roughly 20 colours to choose from, including nectar yellow, cerise red and bamboo green. Le Creuset also releases limited-edition colours throughout the year, often to match the season, including Rhône, a deep berry red for spring, and this autumn's hero shade, Nuit, a deep navy blue inspired by the night's sky. Since 1955, KitchenAid, too, has been offering a kaleidoscope of colours across its range of stand mixers, food processors, hand mixers and more, from reds and pinks to creams, blues and greens. For the past six years it's also launched a limited-edition colour of the year, which in 2025 was named 'Butter yellow' – a soft hue with a glossy finish, designed to evoke feelings of comfort and nostalgia. The dopamine décor trend There's a lot to be said for how colour can ma…

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Is the Ninja Crispi air fryer worth it?
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description: Here's everything you need to know about the Ninja Crispi, the viral cooking gadget that's unlike any other air fryer out there – now available to buy at John Lewis and Partners
encoded: Air fryers have revolutionised the way we prepare and eat meals at home, promising a faster, more convenient and potentially healthier way of cooking. But where almost every air fryer released in the last few years looks and functions in a similar way, Ninja has changed the game with its latest invention. Sleek, compact and loaded with clever features, the Ninja Crispi is an air fryer unlike any other, sporting modern looks and CleanCrisp glassware designed for non-toxic cooking and storing, with a focus on versatility. But does it deliver on its promise of reliable, quick and tasty results? Here's everything you need to know about this eye-catching kitchen gadget, now available at John Lewis & Partners for £149. What makes the Ninja Crispi different to a standard air fryer? While many air fryers stick to the same formula – black or grey design, baskets or drawers, a handful of presets and no option to see your food as it cooks – the Ninja Crispi takes a different approach. It comes with two robust glass containers (one 1.4L and one 3.8L), which can be used for cooking, serving and storing leftovers, and a colourful PowerPod unit that attaches easily to the top. There are three colourways to choose from at John Lewis & Partners, too – stone, cyberspace blue and sage green. Because the Crispi's containers are made from Ninja's 'CleanCrisp' glassware, you can also keep an eye on your ingredients as they puff or crisp up, so you can see the air fryer's speedy cooking time in action. Its compact, modern design also looks attractive on the countertop, so you don't have to worry about a bulky appliance taking up lots of space – ideal if you have a smaller kitchen. Then, of course, there's the fact that it's portable, so you can take it on self-catering holidays or use the containers for packed lunches – how many air fryers can you say that about? Shop the Ninja Crispi at John Lewis & Partners now. What are the other benefits of the Ninja Crispi? It's versatile With the Ni…

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Best De'Longhi coffee machines to buy
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date: 2025-10-09T10:01:49.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: Review
description: De'Longhi has been making it simple to brew your own barista-quality espresso from home for decades. But which of the Italian brand's coffee machines is right for your kitchen?
encoded: If you're on the hunt for a new coffee machine, chances are you've seen the name 'De'Longhi' crop up more than a few times. The Italian family business is a global leader in the world of coffee machines (60% of its revenue is generated from them), and it even recruited Brad Pitt as a brand ambassador in 2021. Based in Treviso, Italy, De'Longhi hasn't always made coffee machines – its first product, launched in 1974, was an oil-filled radiator. But after it introduced its first pump espresso machine in 1993, the brand has since grown to dominate the market, adding bean-to-cup coffee machines, filter coffee machines, coffee pod machines, and even Nespresso machines to its roster. Having tested over 90 different coffee machines over the last five years, the Good Food team is pretty well versed in the De'Longhi coffee machine range. We've even visited the De'Longhi factory in Treviso, where many of these appliances are manufactured. So, if you're struggling to decide between one De'Longhi machine and another, or you're not sure where to begin, you've come to the right place. Read on for our pick of the best models to buy, and explore our full list of recommendations in our best coffee machines guide. Some of the machines in this list were also tested and reviewed by Anna Lawson. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best De'Longhi coffee machines at a glance Fully automatic De'Longhi coffee machines De'Longhi Eletta Explore, £899 De'Longhi Rivelia, £649.99 De’Longhi Primadonna, £1,549.99 De'Longhi Dinamica Plus, £999.38 Semi-automatic De'Longhi coffee machines De'Longhi La Specialista Touch, £699.99 De'Longhi Magnifica S Smart, £319.99 Manual De'Longhi coffee machines De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro, £1,000 De'Longhi La Specialista Arte, £399.99 De'Longhi Dedica Style, £134 De'Longhi coffee grinders De'Longhi Dedica Style KG521.M, £403 Jump to reviews: Best semi-automatic De'Longhi coffee machines to buy in 2025 Best manual De'Longhi coffee machines to buy in 2…

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8 best multi-cookers 2025: tried, tested and top-rated by experts
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date: 2025-10-08T10:58:38.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: Budget
subject: Review
description: Everything you need to know about the versatile space-saver that is the multi-cooker, hand-picked and tested by our reviews experts
encoded: Multi-cookers are hardly a new concept but over the last few years, we've seen more innovative ways in which they’ve become multi-functional; this has driven the calibre of new products up and their prices down. Some multi-cookers offer up to 15 functions and this versatility not only saves on workspace by reducing the need for multiple appliances, it also could save you money – a key factor that we considered when testing and reviewing. If you’re looking for a healthier way to achieve the familiar taste and textures of traditionally fried foods, certain multi-cookers can be a step up from the best air fryers. Others take away the anxiety of stove-top pressure cookers by automating the pressure build and release, so you still get the conveniently quick, food tenderising effect but even more so. There are lots of ways that multi-functional cooking appliances make cooking easier, but we specifically looked at those that offer slow cooking, sear/sauté and pressure cooking at their core, with rice cooking, roasting, baking, dehydrating, dough-proving and other functions as useful additions. Whether you’re cooking on a budget, looking to streamline your energy usage or simply want to create some space in a busy kitchen, we’ve brought you our tried and tested picks of the best multi-cookers currently available on the market. JUMP TO REVIEWS Best multi-cooker deals Hoping to make a saving on one of the multi-cookers in this list? We've been scouring the market to find the biggest savings from a range of brands – here are the best we've found so far: Good Food in partnership with Tower multi-cooker: Good Food 12-in-1 Multi Cooker | £119.99 £108 at Tower (save £11.99 or 10% with code GOODFOODNEW) More multi-cooker deals: Instant Pot Pro 5.7L multi-cooker | £249.99 £179.99 at Amazon (save £70 or 28%) Instant Pot Plus multi-cooker | £129.99 £89.99 at Amazon (save £40 or 31%) Ninja Speedi 10-in-1 rapid cooker | £229.99 £149.99 at Amazon (save £80 or 35%) Cosori 9-in-1 Electric …

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Best coffee grinders to buy in 2025, tried and tested
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date: 2025-10-07T12:56:31.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: Review
subject: Pete Wise
description: A coffee grinder (also called a ‘mill’) can give you all the aroma and taste of freshly ground coffee at home. Here’s our pick of the best at a variety of prices, including electronic and hand-operated models
encoded: If you’re serious about good coffee, investing in a reliable coffee grinder is a game-changer. There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly ground coffee. Grinding your beans just before brewing ensures you capture the full aroma and flavour, unlike pre-ground coffee, which quickly loses its freshness and potency. But it isn’t just about unlocking extra flavour – grinding your coffee beans at home also provides more flexibility in your choice of brewing types. Whether you’re making a strong espresso in a coffee machine or moka pot, a silky pour-over filter coffee or French press, each brew type requires a slightly different consistency of coffee grounds, and most good coffee grinders can be adjusted to achieve the perfect consistency for your chosen method. There are many different coffee grinders on the market, from simple, manual grinders to high-tech electric models. We’ve researched and tested a wide variety of coffee grinders to suit different needs, budgets and kitchen sizes. Read on for our pick of the best coffee grinders for 2025. For more inspiration, check out our guide to picking the best coffee machine for your budget. We've also outlined our tried-and-tested picks of the best espresso machines, best coffee pod machines, best bean-to-cup coffee machines and best filter coffee machines. The latest additions were tested and reviewed by Anna Lawson. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best coffee grinders at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS Electric coffee grinders Best mid-range coffee grinder: Wilfa Svart Aroma Precision grinder, £114.75 Best electric coffee grinder: Fellow Opus grinder, £165.70 Best coffee grinder under £100: ProCook Burr coffee grinder, £59 Best value coffee grinder: KitchenAid coffee grinder 5KCG8433, £99 Best high-end coffee grinder: Smeg CGF01 grinder, £149.95 Best coffee grinder for precise results: Sage the Smart Grinder Pro, £209.95 Manual coffee grinders Best manual coffee grinder: Kilner coffee grinder set, £32.02 Best mid…

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Is HexClad's popular hybrid cookware worth the hype?
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date: 2025-10-07T09:51:08.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
subject: maintenance
description: HexClad's hybrid cookware combines the benefits of non-stick, stainless steel and cast iron, and has even been endorsed by Gordon Ramsay – but should you add it to your kitchen wishlist?
encoded: Hybrid cookware isn't a new invention, but the reason you might have heard of it is probably because of HexClad. Founded in 2016, the brand has become best known for producing pots and pans with 'hybrid design technology', combining the convenience of non-stick, the searing performance of stainless steel, plus the lasting toughness of cast iron. The brand is so popular that its cookware occasionally sells out during sales events, and chef Gordon Ramsay rates it so highly that he now owns a chunk of the business. As well as frying pans, griddles and woks, other products include Damascus steel knives, chopping boards, salt and pepper grinders, and a trio of mixing bowls – but most of them don't come cheap, with prices starting from £114 for a one-litre saucepan (the smallest size available). With this in mind, buying any piece of HexClad cookware might feel like a hefty investment, so how do you know if it's worth the hype – and more importantly – the cost? Here at Good Food, our reviews team has put a range of HexClad products through their paces in our Test Kitchen, weighing up criteria like ease of use, quality of build, safety features, recipe results, and – when it came to pans – supreme temperature control. That means we know exactly which items offer good value for money, and how HexClad's frying pans and woks compare to others on the market. Jump to: Is HexClad worth it? What is HexClad made of? How long do HexClad pans last? How to season HexClad What are the best HexClad alternatives? Where can I buy HexClad? Is HexClad worth it? Weighing up whether HexClad is worth the cost really comes to your budget and what you want from your cookware. It goes without saying that if you use the item every day (or at least every few days) and care for it properly, you'll get far better value for money long-term. Here are some factors to consider before you buy: HexClad offers a lifetime warranty on all its cookware A range of pan sizes are available, from frying pans to l…

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The only air fryer deals you should consider for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
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date: 2025-10-07T09:00:51.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: News & Trends
subject: low-energy
description: We've tested over 50 different air fryers – here are the best on sale right now Amazon's huge two-day deals event, with early offers from the likes of Ninja, Cosori and Tower, too.
encoded: Air fryers have become an essential appliance for the modern kitchen. Ultra-efficient and easy to use, they work by circulating hot air around food evenly and efficiently, creating a crisp, 'fried' finish on food using minimal oil. It's estimated that around over half of UK households now own an air fryer, at least according to last year's Good Food Nation Survey. But if you haven't yet bought one and want to – or perhaps you're thinking about upgrading your existing model – this week is the perfect opportunity to snap up a discount. Today marks the beginning of Amazon's two-day October sales event – Prime Big Deal Days – and plenty of other retailers are getting in on the action, too. You don't have too long to make the most of the savings either, as most deals are expected to end at midnight tomorrow (Wednesday 8 October 2025). You'll see there are plenty of air fryer offers around, but finding a good one can also be a little overwhelming, especially with so many to choose from. So, we've endeavoured to make things very easy for you by rounding up the best genuine deals we can find, so you can feel confident about your purchase. Plus, you can rest assured that every model featured in this list has been tested by us and granted our seal of approval. Read our full guide to the best air fryers for more in-depth insights. Air fryer deals at a glance Amazon – Prime Big Deal Days (7-8 October) has started Ninja – save up to 25% on Ninja air fryers, multi-cookers and more Tower – save 10% on Good Food in partnership with Tower air fryers with code GOODFOODNEW Lakeland – up to 25% off cooking electricals in Lakeland's autumn savings event JD Williams – up to 40% off home and tech Harts of Stur – save on the RRP of air fryers and other electricals Marks Electrical – up to 58% off small and large kitchen appliances John Lewis & Partners – up to 30% off Tefal cookware and electricals Very – up to 50% on home, appliances and tech Currys – up to 40% off thousands of products H…

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Best coffee pod machines for making quick and delicious coffee
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date: 2025-10-07T08:00:19.000Z
creator: Natalie Bass
subject: Review
subject: Coffee
subject: coffee capsules
subject: coffee machine
subject: flat white
subject: latte
subject: Pete Wise
subject: which coffee pod machine to buy
description: Richly flavoured, crema-topped coffee in under 30 seconds without the faff of loose grinds. Interested? Read on for our selection of the best coffee pod machines
encoded: The ultimate shortcut to achieving quick, convenient coffees, all the best coffee pod machines have a similar basic function: the user loads in a coffee pod, presses a button, and the machine then pumps hot water from an in-built reservoir, through the pod, and into a cup as coffee. The great merit to these is that the 'messy bits' of coffee making are taken off your hands – namely the grinding, dosing and tamping of grounds. This makes the whole process from start to finish quicker and removes the need for these gadgets to have sophisticated tech, like the burr grinders of bean-to-cup coffee machines or espresso machine accessories like portafilters, which need cleaning after every use. Our reviews experts tested over 20 coffee pod machines with compatible eco pods as similar in variety and roast strength as possible, to bring you this list of the best currently available. Read on for our pick of the best, and for more inspiration, discover our guide to picking the best coffee machine for your budget. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best coffee pod machines at a glance JUMP TO REVIEWS Best small coffee pod machine: Lavazza Jolie, £94.99 Best-looking coffee pod machine: Grind Two, £295 Best value coffee pod machine: Nespresso Vertuo Pop, £99 Best speciality coffee pod machine: Opal One coffee pod machine, £112.50 Best coffee pod machine with milk frother: Nespresso Vertuo Creatista by Sage, £399.95 Best for pod versatility: Nespresso Vertuo Next, £149 Best mid-range coffee pod machine: ProCook coffee pod machine, £119 Jump to section: How we tested coffee pod machines Best coffee pod machines to buy in 2025 How to choose the best coffee pod machines Are coffee pods bad for the environment? How we tested coffee pod machines We began each coffee pod machine test by brewing a standard set of drinks, depending on what the machine is actually capable of – single espresso, double espresso, and lungo (a longer coffee). Each model that was put through its pace…

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