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Rachael Penn

@rachaelphillips

Rachael Penn is a journalist writing about product roundups, lifestyle, travel, tech and food and drink. She has been writing for IndyBest since 2021, covering tech, kitchen gadgets, food, drink and household appliances, from air fryers to pet vacuums and microwaves to floor mops. She writes reviews, buying guides and features for a range of publications, including The Spectator, Real Homes, Gizmodo, The Evening Standard, Metro, TechRadar and CreativeBloq

<p>From snacks to desserts, it’s time to widen your air fryer repertoire</p>

Eight of the best air fryer cookbooks

<p>From pizza to chips, and joints of meat, the humble air fryer can do it all</p>

Kitchen Appliances

Best air fryers 2026, expert-tested for quick meals

<p>I’ve been using a slower cooker for years</p>

Kitchen Appliances

Best slow cookers for homemade meals 2026, tried and tested

<p>Wood, tile and vinyl flooring scrub up a treat with the right tools</p>

Household Appliances

Best floor mops for 2026, tried and tested

<p>We creamed butter, whisked egg whites and kneaded dough, to find the ones that stood out </p>

Kitchen Appliances

Best hand mixers 2025, tried and tested

<p>During testing, we used the woks to cook a variety of dishes, including rice, vegetables and meat </p>

Kitchen Accessories

Best woks 2026, tried and tested in real kitchens

<p>From hearty stews to delicious, slow-cooked meats, we tried the dishes on the hob, in the oven and under the grill</p>

Kitchen Accessories

10 best casserole dishes for stews, chillies and other wintry delights

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