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items: Best ice cream makers for delicious desserts 2025, tried and tested
items: Best stand mixers to buy in 2025, tested and reviewed by experts
items: Best knife sets 2025, tested and reviewed by our experts
items: Best KitchenAid mixers - a complete guide to expertly tested stand mixers
items: Best knife sharpeners 2025, tried and tested by reviews experts
items: Best bundt tins to buy 2024, tried and tested by bakers
items: Best springform cake tins 2024, tried and tested by bakers
items: Best paring knives
items: Best piping bags 2024
items: Best tart tins
items: Best nakiri knives
items: Smeg stand mixer SMF03
items: Best loaf tins
items: Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker KVC65.001 review
items: Kenwood kMix review
items: Ankarsrum Assistent Original food mixer review
items: Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL review
items: Cuisinart Precision stand mixer review
items: Kenwood Titanium Chef Patissier XL review
items: Bosch CreationLine MUM5XW10 review

Best ice cream makers for delicious desserts 2025, tried and tested
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date: 2025-10-01T11:47:40.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: Browse our round-up of the best ice cream makers on the market. Invent your own flavours and enjoy silky smooth ice cream, sorbet or gelato at the touch of a button
encoded: Ice cream is endlessly versatile and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether it's a summer treat on a hot day, simple midweek pud or part of a showstopping dessert, ice cream puts smiles on faces. Check out our trend spotlight on unusual ice cream flavours to see just how much ice cream is evolving. With an at-home ice cream maker you can make a whole host of delightfully creamy and refreshing frozen desserts. You’re not just restricted to classic ice cream – you can also make your own silky smooth gelato to tangy frozen yogurt and refreshing sorbet. Some ice cream makers will come with a dedicated setting for all of these; others come with a different paddle. An ice cream maker really can do it all. We put a range of self-freezing and freeze-first ice cream makers through their paces using much-loved olive recipes. Read on to see how each model fared. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best ice cream makers at a glance Self-freezing ice cream makers: Best ice cream maker for professional-quality dessert: Cuisinart Ice Cream and Gelato Professional, £299.99 Best affordable no-freeze ice cream maker: ProCook Professional ice cream maker, £149 Best blowout ice cream maker: Magimix Gelato expert, £449.95 Fastest ice cream maker: Lakeland compressor ice cream maker, £179.99 Best ice cream maker for tech lovers: Sage the Smart Scoop, £369.95 Freeze-first ice cream makers: Best freeze-first ice cream maker: Cuisinart iced dessert maker, £54.99 Best versatile ice cream maker: Ninja Creami Deluxe 10-in-1 ice cream & frozen drink maker NC501UK, £199.99 Best soft serve ice cream maker: Ninja Swirl by CREAMi 13-in-1 ice cream maker, £299.99 Best small ice cream maker: Cuisinart Solo Scoops ice cream maker, £37.75 Best everyday ice cream maker: ProCook Ice Cream Maker, £39.20 Best innovative ice cream maker: Ninja Creami ice cream & frozen dessert maker NC300UK, £169 Best stand mixer ice cream making accessory: KitchenAid ice cream maker accessory, £149 Jump to: Best ice cre…

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Best stand mixers to buy in 2025, tested and reviewed by experts
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date: 2025-07-08T11:09:28.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: Powerful, versatile and efficient, a stand mixer is the must-have appliance for keen bakers. Read our reviews of the best stand mixers
encoded: There’s something special about a homemade bake, whether given as a gift or simply the focus for a relaxing afternoon. A stand mixer makes life even easier when it comes to crafting your favourite cakes, bakes and pastries. Hand-beating, whisking and kneading can be laborious tasks, but the best stand mixers do the hard work for you, and are considerably faster. There are a whole host of stand mixers on the market, from simply designed but powerful models intended to complete everyday tasks with ease, to high-tech pieces of kit with useful additions. Stand mixers can vary in price, so choosing the right one for you can be a bit of a minefield. As well as the cost, it's important to consider what you'll be using your stand mixer for and which features are important to you. Important elements to consider include aesthetics, power and capacity as well as the number of accessories available for the mixer. We’ve detailed all the things you should consider before buying a stand mixer as well as sharing our tried-and-tested top picks for a broad spectrum of home cooks, from novice to experienced bakers. For baking inspiration, head over to our easy baking recipes collection. On our recipes page you’ll find all manner of delicious bakes, from easy sweet traybakes and easy cakes to the best cheesecake recipes, easy bread recipes and much more. Just getting into baking? Our best tart tins, best brownie tins and 24 best baking tips are a must-read and, for your favourite baker (or even yourself), our best baking gifts guide is full of ideas. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Jump to section: Best stand mixers at a glance Best stand mixers to buy 2025 Other stand mixers tried and tested How we tested stand mixers What can a stand mixer be used for? What to look out for when choosing a stand mixer Best stand mixers at a glance Best smart stand mixer: Kenwood Titanium Chef Patissier XL, £599.99 Best stand mixer for bakers: Ankarsrum Assistent Original food mixer, £675…

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Best knife sets 2025, tested and reviewed by our experts
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date: 2025-03-24T16:05:10.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: Investing in a knife set ensures that you have the right knife for every kitchen task. We put a range of knife sets to the test from independent makers and well-known brands. Read on to discover our top picks
encoded: Whether you regularly cook for a crowd or just for yourself, the perfect set of knives can make all the difference when it comes to preparing your favourite meals. Of course you can mix and match between different brands and materials, but the majority of knife brands also sell complete sets. The four most common knives in a knife set have myriad uses. A chef’s knife is a workhorse that can tackle everything from slicing meat, hard veggies and crushing garlic. Our beef stir-fry recipe brilliantly showcases how versatile a chef’s knife is. A bread knife that can seamlessly slice through crusty loaves without tearing is essential. Even this crisp-crusted roast potato focaccia is no match for a top-quality bread knife. As the name suggests, a utility knife is an all rounder that can be handy for slicing cheese or trimming fat. They’re smaller than a chef’s knife so best reached for when a chef’s knife is just too large for the job at hand. A paring knife may be small, but this nimble tool makes light work of intricate tasks like peeling and trimming fruit and veg. Choose a paring knife when prepping a classic apple crumble. Knives can be made from a couple of different materials. Stainless steel is a popular choice owing to its durability and resistance to corrosion. It is more difficult to achieve a super fine edge on stainless steel, however. Carbon steel, while requiring a bit more maintenance, is known for its sharpness and excellent cutting abilities. Although there are none on this list, ceramic knives are lightweight and hold their edge for a very long time. We put a variety of knife sets to the test to find which ones are worth buying. Read on to discover our top picks. Jump to section Best knife sets at a glance Best knife sets to buy 2025 What to look for in a good quality knife set What are three good knives? How we tested knife sets Best knife sets at a glance Best knife set for serious cooks: WÜSTHOF Classic 3-Piece Chef’s Knife Set, £299 Best mid-range kn…

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Best KitchenAid mixers - a complete guide to expertly tested stand mixers
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date: 2025-02-26T15:33:04.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: Discover the best KitchenAid mixers, plus everything you need to know about attachments, accessories and more
encoded: The KitchenAid stand mixer is an instantly recognisable countertop showpiece. A kitchen staple for home bakers and professional chefs alike, it comes as no real surprise that it has achieved icon status. Invented in Ohio in 1919, the original KitchenAid “H5” served simply as an egg beater. The H5 was an instant hit, and the brand gained widespread acclaim. Over the last 100+ years, the shape of the KitchenAid stand mixer has stayed much the same. But, through some pretty major technical developments – along with the addition of eye-catching colourways – KitchenAid has firmly cemented itself as a household name. We've put a number of different stand mixers from the KitchenAid range to the test and found that they're great for everything from classic bakes to challenging patisserie. With every stand mixer, you can whisk, beat and knead as standard. Plus, there's a whole host of additional attachments and accessories to ensure you make the most of your new bit of kit. In this guide, we’ll be running you through every KitchenAid stand mixer, plus attachments, accessories and some handy advice to keep your new mixer in tip-top shape. Ranging in price from around £450 to nearly £1000 for a professional model, KitchenAid stand mixers are a real investment piece. If you're looking to save take a look at our guide to the best KitchenAid deals. We encourage you to do your research to find which KitchenAid model is best for you, as each model offers something very different. Our guide to the best stand mixers houses everything you need to know before you buy. You’ll need bakeware, too – check out our best springform cake tins, best loaf tins, best bundt tins and best tart tins for perfect bakes every time. Looking for a unique mixer? Check our KitchenAid's Design Series colour. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Jump to section: Which is the best KitchenAid mixer? KitchenAid vs Kenwood Best KitchenAid mixers to buy 2025 Best KitchenAid mixer attachments Best Kitchen…

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Best knife sharpeners 2025, tried and tested by reviews experts
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date: 2025-02-12T10:40:01.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: Discover our recommendations for the best knife sharpeners to keep your blades razor-sharp and culinary skills on point
encoded: Whether you’re an occasional cook or a whizz in the kitchen, a sharp knife is an absolute essential for control, safety and efficiency. Sharp knives only serve to enhance your cooking experience, whether that's slicing through roast chicken, prepping veg for cauliflower and potato curry, or portioning perfectly cooked steak for steak tacos. But, perhaps more importantly, sharp knives ensure safety. A dull knife is more likely to slip, increasing the likelihood of accidents. With a good sharpener, you can maintain the sharpness of your blades, reducing the risk of mishaps. Plus, getting into a good sharpening routine means that you’re able to keep your knives maintained, so you don’t have to buy new ones. Almost all knives can be sharpened, though some sharpeners can’t be used on serrated knives. As a general rule of thumb, any knife with a smooth blade – a chef’s knife, nakiri knife, paring knife – can be used on a knife sharpener. Check your sharpener’s manual if you’re not sure. We put a range of handheld sharpeners and whetstones to the test, from the traditionally designed, to new innovators to find the best knife sharpeners. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Jump to: Best knife sharpeners at a glance Best knife sharpeners to buy 2025 What type of knife sharpener is best? What to look for in a knife sharpener How to sharpen a knife using a knife sharpener How we tested knife sharpeners Best knife sharpeners at a glance Best knife sharpener: Horl3, £169 Best investment knife sharpener: Horl2 Pro, £349 Best unique knife sharpener: Horl2, £159 Best electric knife sharpener: Tormek T-1, £350 Best cheap whetstone: ProCook combination whetstone, £24 Best knife sharpener for Japanese and European knives: Zwilling V Edge knife sharpener, £69.95 Best one-sided whetstone: Miyabi Toshi pro whetstone, £89.95 Best handheld knife sharpener: Minosharp water sharpener, £38.24 Best compact knife sharpener: Victorinox knife sharpener, £33 Best cheap knife sharpener: P…

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Best bundt tins to buy 2024, tried and tested by bakers
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date: 2024-10-23T10:16:20.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: After an ornate cake tin for special occasion bakes? Look not further than the very best Bundt tins
encoded: A classic bundt cake is a thing of beauty. Defined ridges and sweeping strokes create beautiful bakes that are sure to impress. There are a variety of tin designs available, so even if your decorating skills are lacking, the best bundt tins produce fabulous cakes straight out of the tin. From the technical side of things, bundt tins are an ingenious design. The ring shape means that the cake cooks faster, resulting in a deliciously moist cake with a tender crumb. Although they look fabulous without decoration, a shiny icing, chocolate glaze or dusting of icing sugar can elevate and accentuate the deep, defined pattern of the cake. So get creative or take a look at olive’s easy bundt cake recipes, including Edd Kimber’s chocolate and tahini bundt cake or Lulu Grimes’s chocolate marble cake with mocha glaze, for inspiration. To make the best bundt cakes, you need the best kit, so head over to olive’s best stand mixers review to get equipped. We have also the best tart tins, best tarte tatin tins and best brownie tins for you to choose from. There’s nothing like a good cup of coffee to accompany a slice of cake: read our review of the best coffee machines if you’re looking for something new. Jump to: Best bundt tins at a glance Best bundt tins 2024 What to look for when choosing a bundt tin? How we tested bundt tins Best bundt tins at a glance Best bundt tin: Nordic Ware Crown bundt pan, £52 Best mini bundt pan: Nordic Ware Bundtlette pan, £56 Best budget-friendly savarin mould: Mermaid savarin mould, £11 Best savarin mould: Netherton Foundry savarin mould, £70.80 Best non-stick bundt tin: Le Creuset Kugelhopf fluted tin, £44 Best Christmas bundt tin: Nordic Ware Pine Forest bundt cake tin, £46.40 Best budget-friendly bundt: KitchenAid Non-Stick Tulband cake tin, £34.93 Best simple bundt pan: Judge 20cm bundt mould, £12 Best easy-to-use bundt pan: Lakeland fluted cake ring, £9.74 Best basic bundt mould: ProCook ring cake tin, £12 Best budget-friendly savarin mould: Mer…

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Best springform cake tins 2024, tried and tested by bakers
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date: 2024-10-10T13:12:09.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
subject: springform cake tin
description: A good quality springform is the tin of choice for cakes, cheesecakes, breads, pastries and much more – read our full review to find the best springform cake tins out there
encoded: A more practical solution to the classic cake tin, a springform cake tin makes releasing cakes, cheesecakes, loaves and pastries a doddle, as all the sides of the tin simply pull away. Springform cake tins are very versatile. Of course they can be used to make a whole host of delicious cakes, such as this Caribbean rum cake or Oreo cake. They’re also ideal for cheesecakes (which is what we made to test them out): check out our best cheesecake recipes for inspiration. Springforms form a tight seal, so are handy to use as moulds for desserts including ice cream cake. Not just reserved for sweet dishes, you can use your springform for pies, such as this venison pie or spring chicken pie. Take a look at our best fruity cake recipes, easy cake recipes and best layer cake recipes for inspiration. And for more appliance reviews, take a look at our best tarte tatin tins, best brownie tins, best tart tins and best stand mixers round-up, to get your baking started. Jump to: Best springform cake tins at a glance Best springform cake tins 2024 What to look out for when choosing a springform cake tin? How we tested springform cake tins View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best springform cake tins at a glance Best blowout springform cake tin: Le Creuset springform cake tin 24cm, £36 Best simple springform cake tin: Circulon springform cake tin, £19 Best springform cake tin: KitchenAid springform cake tin, £24.99 Best springform cake tin for eco credentials: Samuel Groves springform cake tin, £8.99 Best colourful cake tin: Prestige Nadiya Hussain springform cake tin, £10.98 Best springform cake tin for range of sizes: ProCook springform cake tin, £10 Best budget springform cake tin: Masterclass springform cake tin, £7.49 Best springform cake tins 2024 Le Creuset springform cake tin 24cm Available from John Lewis & Partners (£28.80), Le Creuset (£36) Best blowout springform cake tin Star rating: 5/5 Le Creuset might be best known for its cookware, but the brand also has a…

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Best paring knives
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date: 2024-06-27T14:36:26.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: A paring knife is the tool to reach for when your chef's knife is just too large for the job at hand. We tested a range of European and Japanese paring knives. Find out which ones came out on top
encoded: Although the smallest knife in a cook’s arsenal, the humble paring knife is not one to be dismissed. This petite powerhouse is a versatile and indispensable tool in every kitchen. Designed for precise and controlled use, the paring knife boasts a sharp pointed tip and a slightly curved edge. Lightweight and compact in size, paring knives are easy to manoeuvre and ideal for intricate tasks that require precision. They’re great for peeling fruits and vegetables, de-seeding and coring produce, creating garnishes and deveining prawns. They’re often referred to as vegetable knives, peeling knives or small kitchen knives owing to their versatility. It’s rare that you’ll prep a whole dish using a paring knife alone, rather it’s the knife you reach for when your chef’s knife is just too large for the job at hand. For example, choose a paring knife for artichoke alla guidia, fennel, sausage, tomato and mozzarella hand pies, or butter-poached trout, burnt leeks, and hazelnuts. As with any knife, proper care and maintenance is crucial. Paring knives can be sharpened to ensure their edge remains in the best condition. Regular sharpening and honing will keep your knives performing at their best. After chef’s knives, the paring knife is the second most commonly occurring knife in knife sets, though they are also available to buy separately. Many home cooks like to have a paring knife in their set for tasks that require accuracy and finesse. Jump to section: Best paring knives at a glance Best paring knives to buy 2023 What is a paring knife used for? How to sharpen a paring knife How we tested paring knives Best paring knives at a glance Best paring knife: Victorinox Classic paring knife, £5.50 Best serrated paring knife: Victorinox Classic serrated paring knife, £5.50 Best Japanese paring knife: Aogami Petty 120mm, £85 Best blowout paring knife: Victorinox Grand Maître Forged paring knife, £89 Best paring knife for citrus: Zwilling Pro 10cm paring knife, £66.95 Best sustainable …

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Best piping bags 2024
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date: 2024-03-21T15:39:55.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
subject: best piping bag
subject: best piping bag and nozzle
subject: best piping bags
subject: best reusable piping bags
description: The expert reviewers at olive put a range of reusable and recyclable piping bags to the test to find the best ones for a range of piping tasks
encoded: Piping bags are an essential for any keen baker's kit. They’re the ideal choice for a whole range of recipes, including macarons, eclairs, meringues or filling delicious doughnuts. They’re also the tool of choice when icing cakes or putting the finishing touches on biscuits. As we all strive to phase out the use of single-use plastic, a reusable piping bag is an excellent choice. We’ve even found some piping bags labelled as disposable can actually be washed and reused easily enough. The reusable piping bags on this list are made from cotton, nylon and silicone, and each of these materials made for a very different piping experience. We looked for sturdy bags that weren’t going to split when piping something firm, bags that were easy to grip and also those that were easy to clean. Although we looked at the piping bag alone, many of the piping bags on this list came with nozzles as standard. Piping bags aren’t just reserved for sweet treats, they’re also ideal if you’re looking to elevate a classic pie with an intricate mashed potato pattern, filling savoury gougères or piping tarts. For more of the best baking equipment, read our best brownie tins, best springform cake tins, best loaf tins and best bundt tins reviews. And for perfectly whipped meringue and light and fluffy cakes, the best stand mixer reviews showcase the must-have kit. Best piping bags at a glance Best piping bag for hot and cold ingredients: Lakeland 12" cotton piping bag, £1.99 Best large piping bag: Mason Cash piping bag, £4.95 Best piping bag for fine icing: Tala icing bag set, £7.59 Best professional quality piping bag: Schenider Standard 11", £6.58 Best piping bag for first-timers: ProCook piping bag with nozzles, £4 Best piping bag for thick icing: Lakeland Professional piping set, £14.99 Best silicone piping bag: Lakeland Silicone piping bag, £12.99 Best piping bags to buy 2024 Lakeland 12” cotton piping bag Available from Lakeland (£1.99) Best piping bag for hot and cold ingredients Star ra…

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Best tart tins
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date: 2024-03-21T10:33:29.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
subject: best tart case
subject: best tart dish
subject: best tart tin
description: With crisp, flaky pastry and a delicious filling, a well made tart makes a showstopping dessert. To make a fabulous tart you need a great tart tin, so we put a range of metal, glass and stoneware designs to the test.
encoded: The very best tart tins are versatile. They offer tall sides for different types of bakes and can effortlessly move from oven to table, or even freezer to microwave. These tins can make a host of dishes, from classic sweet pastry desserts like nutmeg custard tart or an easy treacle tart, to showstoppers like chocolate and peanut caramel tart or a decadent butterscotch banoffee tart. They can be used to bake savoury dishes, such as our delicious pumpkin pesto tart or vegan tomato tart with olive oil pastry. Not just reserved for tarts, many of the tins we've tested can also be used to rustle up flans and quiches – for inspiration read our best quiche recipes. Above is just a selection of the tart recipes we have on olive, head over to the recipes section of the site for more. For more baking equipment, read our best tarte tatin tins, best brownie tins and best stand mixer review. For more appliance reviews, we've been busy testing coffee machines: read our best coffee machine review, best bean to cup coffee machines review, best coffee pod machines review and best espresso machines review. If you’re a fan of baking, you’ll already have a cupboard well stocked with the best springform cake tins, the best loaf tins and even the best bundt tins. But when it comes to baking pastry and tarts, there are many different types of tart tin, pan and dish to choose from. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Best tart tins at a glance Best easy-to-use tart tin: Circulon Ultimum loose based flan tin, £12.79 Best tart tin: Masterclass Crusty Bake quiche tin, £8.49 Most versatile tart dish: Peugeot Ceramic tart dish, £36.99 Best heavy duty tart tin: Judge round flan/quiche tin, £8.80 Best budget tart tin: ProCook tart tin loose bottom, £5 Best tart tin for eco credentials: Mermaid fluted flan tin, £16 Best glass tart tin: Kuhn Rikon easy quiche and tart glass pan, £21.21 Best tart tin for a range of sizes: Stellar hard anodised fluted flan tin, £12 Best tart tins to buy 202…

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Best nakiri knives
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date: 2023-04-26T10:08:19.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: A nakiri is a Japanese vegetable knife with a rectangular body and flat blade. These knives make light work of veg, fruits and greens – find out which came out on top.
encoded: In Japanese, “nakiri” means “leaf cutter”. Unsurprisingly, therefore, this knife is ideal for prepping greens, fruits and vegetables. Nakiri knives look a bit like a miniature cleaver. They’re rectangular in shape and characterised by their square tip, flat cutting profile and tall blade. Each of these features shows you exactly how the knife is meant to be used: the blade height allows you to guide the knife up and down accurately while resting against the knuckle. The flat blade means chops are direct, and either done in an up-and-down or 45-degree chopping motion. And, the blade’s large surface area means chopped foods can be easily scooped up. A nakiri is the knife to reach for when you’re prepping fruits and veg. Have crudités with chipotle aïoli ready in a flash, chop through ingredients for this radish and peanut salad, or perfectly slice garnishes for Swedish mushroom soup. Gochujang roasted root veg and sticky miso roast sprouts also call for lots of vegetable prep, which a nakiri knife can do quickly. Due to the flat blade and square tip, a nakiri knife isn’t one to use when cutting meat – opt for a chef’s knife instead. All the nakiri knives we tested are made from either carbon or stainless steel. Carbon steel is sturdy and robust, but prone to rusting if not taken care of correctly. Stainless steel is budget-friendly and not as high maintenance. Nakiri knives have short, stout blades; all the models we tested have blades between 16-17cm long. The optimal blade length for these knives is down to personal preference, but we think between 15-17cm is more than enough; remember, you don’t slice with these knives – you chop – so you really don’t need a long blade. A nakiri knife isn’t an essential, but it's a versatile workhorse of a knife that will make a welcome addition to your kitchen if you eat a lot of vegetables. Jump to section: Best nakiri knives at a glance Best nakiri knives to buy 2024 What is a nakiri knife used for? What to look for in a good-qu…

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Smeg stand mixer SMF03
type: item
date: 2022-10-07T10:25:16.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
description: We put the Smeg SMF03 stand mixer to the test using much-loved olive recipes – read our full review to find out how it performed
encoded: Smeg stand mixer SMF03 summary Smeg is well-known for its iconic fridges and colourful 50s-inspired design, and the Smeg SMF03 stand mixer is in keeping with the brand's retro aesthetic. Available in a range of colours from muted cream, black or white to pastel pink, green or red, you’re sure to find a colourway that suits your particular style. Latest Deals This model comes with a 4.8L mixing bowl, as well as four attachments: a wire whisk, flat beater, dough hook and an anchor-like flex edge beater. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Smeg stand mixer SMF03 to use? There wasn’t too much to set up when we first removed this stand mixer from its box. This is a straightforwardly designed model that, if you’ve used a stand mixer before, you’ll have no problem working your way around; if you haven’t, a clear and informative manual is provided. The bowl locks into place with a twist, the speed dial can be found on the top of the tilt head and the tilt head release mechanism sits at the back of the head. There are 10 speeds to choose between. The speed dial moves smoothly up and down with no aggressive jolting, increasing and decreasing in speed in a controlled and gentle manner. This stand mixer is distinctly high quality. It’s sleek, sturdy and finished to a high standard. We found the tilt head button a little stiff: it requires a good amount of force to release, though this may well loosen up with use. But the tilt head locks into place when fully extended, meaning you’re able to scrape down the bowl with ease. We found we needed to scrape the bowl often, particularly on our meringue and cake tests. Unfortunately, we also felt that this model – despite its 800W motor – lacked some much needed oomph. Our meringue took a long time to come together, as did our enriched dough. A good selection of attachments come with the SMF03; they’re hardy and built to last. However we were left a little perplexed by the anchor-shaped flex edge beater. Despit…

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Best loaf tins
type: item
date: 2022-04-05T10:53:37.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
subject: Loaf tin
description: A good quality loaf tin is an endlessly versatile piece of bakeware and every cook should own at least one. We tested a variety of tins to help you find the very best
encoded: A good quality, versatile loaf tin is a piece of kit every cook should have in their arsenal. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so there’s actually quite a bit to consider before you buy. We tested these 2lb loaf tins using olive’s delicious Amalfi lemon loaf cake recipe, but loaf tins are endlessly versatile and can be used to make a whole range of sweet, savoury, hot and cold foods. There are loaf cakes, of course – try lime and pistachio loaf cake, Maltesers marble cake or Vietnamese coffee loaf cake. Or, as the name suggests, use them for your loaves of bread, like sweet potato, chestnut and apricot loaf or seeded rye bread. You can also use loaf tins as moulds: for sweet and savoury terrines, including this chocolate and raspberry terrine or a nougat terrine with caramel sauce. Or, for classic savoury terrines such as ham hock terrine and duck, chicken and sour cherry terrine. For even more inspiration for recipes that require a loaf tin, take a look at our best loaf cake recipes. A delicious cup of coffee makes the perfect accompaniment for a slice of cake: for the very best, read our best coffee machines round-up. And for more essential baking kit, read our best brownie tins, best tart tins and best stand mixers summary. Best loaf tins at a glance Best loaf tin: Netherton Foundry Black Iron 2lb loaf tin, £39.90 Best easy to use loaf tin: Circulon Momentum loaf tin, £10.50 Best special occasion loaf tin: Nordic Ware Wildflower Loaf Pan, £45.67 Best loaf tin for professional results: KitchenAid loaf tin, £20 Best colourful loaf tin: Nadiya x Prestige loaf tin, £7.19 Best budget loaf tin: ProCook loaf tin, £7 Best wide loaf tin: Stellar James Martin loaf tin, £10.95 Best basic loaf tin: Judge loaf tin, £12 Best loaf tins 2024 Netherton Foundry Black Iron 2lb loaf tin Available from Netherton Foundry (£38) Best loaf tin Score: 5/5 Gorgeous form meets impeccable function with this Netherton Foundry loaf tin. Made in Shropshire, this beautifully designed …

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Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker KVC65.001 review
type: item
date: 2022-02-24T11:40:25.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: Kenwood Chef Baker review
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: This entry-level model from Kenwood's Chef range is a powerful piece of kit. Read our full review to find out how it performed in test
encoded: Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker summary Kenwood is one of the leading brands in the world of stand mixers, and the Chef range is considered one of the most impressive. At £350, the Baker is the cheapest model in this range, making it an enticing entry-level option compared to some of the more expensive ones in the collection. Latest Deals Despite being the cheaper option, Kenwood haven’t skimped on the design. The Chef Baker comes with some useful design elements, like the in-built scales and gentle speed control dial. It’s compact, meaning it takes up very little space on the kitchen counter. It comes in a range of muted tones, but pops of colour can be added by changing the PopTop panel on the top of the machine. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker to use? Assembling this stand mixer is relatively intuitive. Like many other machines, the bowl needs to be twisted to secure it to the base, and it's clear how the attachments lock into place on the underside of the tilt head. If you’ve never used a Kenwood mixer before, you’ll find the tilt head release button at the back of the machine. Once pressed, the head will lift slightly. The Chef Baker is equipped with Kenwood’s LightLift head, which means only the lightest touch is required to fully engage the head. This model is compatible with Kenwood’s large range of 25 different attachments. The speed dial is large, and it's gentle when increasing and decreasing the speed. The addition of the highly responsive in-built scales are a welcome one. They weigh in either pounds and ounces or grams and kilograms, so there’s no need to worry about converting your favourite recipes. Results Equipped with a 1200 watt motor, the Chef Baker powered through our meringue test, quickly whipping egg whites into stiff peaks. The bowl allowed us enough space to tip spoonfuls of sugar into the mix without sending sugar flying. The motor had no problem working through the enriched dough for …

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Kenwood kMix review
type: item
date: 2022-02-23T17:28:02.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: Kenwood kMix review
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: We thoroughly tested the iconic Kenwood kMix. Read on to discover how it fared in our tests.
encoded: Kenwood kMix summary The kMix stand mixer is more affordable than most, but Kenwood have not scrimped on the design. It’s equipped with a generously-sized balloon whisk, dough hook and iconic K-beater, all made from ultra-sturdy stainless steel. undefined The boxy frame of the kMix is reminiscent of Kenwood’s original 1950s design, with a few modern upgrades. This model is available in a range of different colours, so you can be confident of finding one that suits your kitchen. Plus, the kMix is compatible with Kenwood’s expansive list of attachments. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Kenwood kMix to use? Weighing in at just over 11kg, this is not a stand mixer you want to be lugging out of the cupboard too often. Thankfully, it’s attractive enough to deserve pride of place on the kitchen counter. The pared-back mechanics of this model means there’s very little to get to grips with. The speed dial is intuitive, and the tilt-head release button is found just underneath the head – where one would expect it to be. The controls are chunky and clearly built to last. There are just six speeds to play with on the kMix, plus a ‘fold’ setting to get mixes started. We were a little perturbed by how few speeds there are, but we were quickly reassured when the 1000-watt motor powered through the tests. Like many stand mixers on the market, the kMix features a planetary action rotator, but this feature really came into its own on this model. At no point during the testing did we have to interfere with the mixtures as the planetary rotation confidently incorporated every ingredient into the 5-litre bowl. Results The generously-sized balloon whisk took our egg whites to stiff peaks in no time at all. The gap between the tilt head and the bowl offered enough space for us to tip in heaped spoonfuls of sugar without sending it flying or having it collect around the sides of the bowl. The kMix beater hugged the sides of the bowl on the cake test, bringing e…

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Ankarsrum Assistent Original food mixer review
type: item
date: 2022-02-23T15:21:18.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: Ankarsrum stand mixer
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: Sporting an impressive 1500 watt motor, the Swedish-manufactured Ankarsrum Assistent comes with a wealth of useful accessories. Read our review to find out how it performed.
encoded: Ankarsrum Assistent Original summary Hailing from Sweden, the Ankarsrum Assistent food mixer is one of the most unique-looking stand mixers we’ve tested. This stout but sturdy machine is available in a variety of different colourways, from muted tones like cream, navy and black to sunbeam yellow and fluorescent orange, so you’re sure to find one that suits your style and aesthetic. Unlike traditional stand mixers that feature rotating beaters/whisks/dough hooks, it is the actual mixing bowl that rotates on the Ankarsrum. Available from Borough Kitchen (£649), Amazon (£655) This model comes supplied with many useful attachments for everyday baking, cake making and patisserie tasks, but there are also a wealth of accessories available to buy for everything from pasta making to smoothies, making this a truly multifunctional piece of kit. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Ankarsrum Assistent Original food mixer to use? Whether you’re used to traditional stand mixers or not, you’ll need to consult the manual to work out how to put this machine together. Thankfully, a comprehensive and detailed manual is supplied. All parts slot together with absolute ease. For any dough making tasks, you’ll need to choose the 7-litre branded stainless steel bowl and for meringues and cake mixes, use the 3.5-litre clear plastic bowl. The control panel is a simple two-dial affair. One dial turns the machine on and doubles as a timer that automatically runs the Ankarsrum for up to 12 minutes. The second dial controls the speed of the machine, which, as the dial is turned, gradually and smoothly accelerates. The machine gets up to an impressive speed when on high thanks to its 1500 watt motor, making it ideal for quick whipped meringues and cream. The wide, open bowl makes adding ingredients while the machine is running a breeze. Though take care to keep the speed down low when adding light ingredients like flour and sugar to ensure the spinning bowl doesn’t shoot…

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Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL review
type: item
date: 2022-02-23T12:05:17.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL review
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: The Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL is a powerful stand mixer that impressed us on a variety of tests – read our full review
encoded: Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL summary Kenwood offers a number of models in its Chef range but as we move to the XL models, we also head towards some serious pieces of kit. This is the big brother of the previously tested Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker, the differences being the longer body and the addition of the large 7-litre mixing bowl. Latest Deals As standard, the Chef Baker XL includes Kenwood’s high-quality attachments (K-beater, balloon whisk and dough hook) as well as a 5-litre bowl. It’s powered by a 1200 watt motor and is customisable owing to the interchangeable PopTop covers. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL to use? There’s no two ways about it: this is a hefty machine. It’s tall and relatively slim but we’d recommend checking the dimensions (40cm x 22.5cm x 37cm) to ensure that it’ll fit under the kitchen cupboards. And don’t forget the fully extended tilt head will add extra height to the stand mixer, too. It’s not overly heavy (11.5kg) but frequent bakers won’t want to be transporting this model to and from the kitchen for use, so we believe the Chef Baker XL deserves a spot on the counter. A quick scan of the instruction manual is all that’s needed to get started. This is a pretty intuitive piece of kit, from using the tilt head, fitting the attachments and bowls to using the speed dial, operating this machine is done with absolute ease. A nifty addition comes in the form of the in-built scales. They’re accurate and responsive, and weigh ingredients in both pounds and grams. Plus, they save on the washing up. There are no pre-set speeds on the dial, rather the robust dial just needs to be rotated until you reach the optimum speed for the ingredients being worked with. The slowest speed is ideal for starting mixes and gently folding ingredients together, while the fastest speed packs a punch. Results To put the Chef Baker XL to the test we made recipes that required each of the attachments. Th…

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Cuisinart Precision stand mixer review
type: item
date: 2022-02-23T11:59:39.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: Cuisinart stand mixer
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: This simply designed, but impressive machine shone on our basic cake making test, but how did it perform overall? Read on for our review.
encoded: Cuisinart Precision stand mixer summary Modest and unassuming, this Cuisinart stand mixer is available in just two colours: black or white. It’s simply designed and doesn’t come with all the high-tech features of some of its more expensive counterparts. Rather, Cuisinart have focused solely on creating a simple, accessible stand mixer that gets the basics right. It comes with everything a home baker would need: a generously sized 5.2-litre bowl, balloon whisk, dough hook and flat paddle beater. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Cuisinart Precision stand mixer to use? Compared to some of the high-tech (and high priced) stand mixers we’ve tested, the Cuisinart Precision is a doddle to use. The attachments are reassuringly weighty and require little more than a small push and twist to load them. Just like many other models, the bowl twists and locks onto the base of the unit. There are 12 speed controls to play with, which we felt was a little excessive, but the range of speeds offers a great deal of control over the mixes - a mixer that lives up to its name. The Precision stand mixer is not difficult to use at all, with simple but effective features making this one of the more intuitive models on the market. Results It’s equipped with a relatively low-wattage motor (500W) and we found that it struggled a little when kneading large quantities for a prolonged period. But the lower speed settings were particularly useful when bringing together the dry ingredients for our cardamom bun recipe. The highest speed settings were equally useful when whipping egg whites for meringue. The whisk had good range and picked up all the sugar from around the sides of the bowl, to produce a glossy, stiff-peaked meringue. On the chocolate fudge cake test, the powerful beaters coupled with the impressive speed, worked through lumps of butter and sugar with absolute ease. After mixing the batter, the accompanying handle on the bowl allowed us to easily portion i…

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Kenwood Titanium Chef Patissier XL review
type: item
date: 2022-02-23T11:52:55.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: Kenwood Titanium Chef Patissier XL review
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: Kenwood's Titanium Chef Patissier XL is a luxury piece of kit with plenty of useful additions. Read on for our full review.
encoded: Kenwood Titanium Chef Patissier XL summary The sophisticated Titanium Chef Patissier XL has been designed for the home-baker who wants a lot more from their humble stand mixer. Although it is a stand mixer first and foremost, the Patissier XL features a range of additions that can transform this mixer into your own personal sous chef. Latest Deals Aesthetically, there’s not much to get excited about unless you’re into the industrial look. Kenwood’s focus is purely on performance. And perform it does. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Kenwood Titanium Chef Patissier XL to use? To begin with, all the technical additions on this stand mixer can make it feel like an intimidating piece of kit. But all the features aim to make life much easier. But what are the additions? As well as all the classic accessories (5-litre bowl, K-beater, dough hook, balloon whisk) this model comes with a creaming beater and 7-litre EasyWarm bowl. The EasyWarm function can be used for a variety of different patisserie tasks, including making Swiss meringue or melting chocolate and prove dough. Like some of the other Kenwood models we’ve tested, the Patissier XL comes with inbuilt scales, which even work with Kenwood’s optional attachments, like the blender and food processor. Plus there’s a touchscreen control panel that features a range of different key baking pre-sets, including all-in-one cake, egg-white whisking, and the aforementioned EasyWarm bowl functions. Keep the manual on hand until you’re fully acquainted with the machine as there are lots of functions to familiarise yourself with. Thankfully many are clearly labelled and intuitive to use. Results If we had to describe the way the Patissier XL works in one word, it would be methodical. When kneading the enriched dough for cardamom buns, we watched as the planetary mixing function carefully and thoroughly gathered all the ingredients into a plump, soft ball. We employed the bowl warm function and allowed…

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Bosch CreationLine MUM5XW10 review
type: item
date: 2022-02-23T11:30:38.000Z
creator: Lydia Anderson
subject: Reviews
subject: bosch stand mixer
subject: hybrid machine
subject: Lydia Anderson
subject: stand mixer review
description: We put Bosch's hybrid stand mixer to the test using tried and tested olive recipes, read our full review to find out how it performed.
encoded: Bosch CreationLine MUM5XW10 summary Bosch don’t consider the MUM5XW10 just a stand mixer, rather it’s an all-round kitchen machine. As well as all the usual stand mixer suspects (flex beater, balloon whisk, dough hook and splash guard), this model comes with a variety of accessories for a range of food processing tasks: slicing and shredding discs and a food processor attachment. Sitting landscape on the counter, its design and appearance steer away from traditional stand mixers, but that’s one of the reasons why we like it. Read the full olive best stand mixers review. How easy is the Bosch CreationLine MUM5XW10 to use? A quick scan of the manual is all that’s needed to get started. Features like the speed dial are conveniently placed and the tilt head release button is clear to see, but unobtrusive; it sits flush to the neck of the machine. The bowl and attachments are all simple to fit. There’s a touchscreen control panel on the front of the machine which doubles as a weighing scale display and timer. Initially we were excited by the scales, which weigh in grams or pounds, but we were disappointed to see that it displays in increments of five grams, as this may be too vague for some recipes. Baking and pastry often require a precision level of measuring that this Bosch model simply won’t be able to provide. The count-up timer is useful, though. All the accessories including the main bowl are dishwasher-safe for fuss-free clean up. We tested out the food processor attachment to see how it fared: it blitzed through cheese, potatoes and carrots with absolute ease. It’s definitely a useful accompaniment for bakes like carrot cake. Attractive on the counter, Bosch also included a nifty automatic cable rewind feature to keep your work surface clear from annoying cables. Results All the stand mixer attachments move rhythmically around the bowl. Bosch have dubbed this 3D PlanetaryMixing and it’s designed to reach all around the bowl, incorporating every ingredient. This …

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