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HANDLES INSPIRED BY NATURE Cupboard handles shouldn’t be an afterthought, as they pull together the entire kitchen scheme. We love Alex Monroe’s new nature-inspired designs, £40 each, which are cast in solid brass, for finishing off a classic country look.
The trend for individual designs has found its way onto sinks with the Gallery collection from Shaws of Darwen. Known for its high-quality Belfast sinks, Shaws has updated the style with artworks inspired by nature, from the illustrative Eucalytpus (left) and Wild Grass, to the more abstract Patina and Metallic. From £560. TR I E D & TE S TE D
PALE & INTERESTING Symphony has been busy expanding on its line of kitchens in the build-up to its 50th anniversary. The Princeton kitchen (below) now comes in a gorgeous shade of pale blue, evoking clear skies that foster a sense of peace and tranquillity. Other designs include the Inline, a handleless kitchen that creates a minimalistic, streamlined look, and the Harvard, a modern take on a classic Shaker. Prices start at £4,190.
TOASTIE MAKERS The experts at the Hearst Institute put these gadgets through their paces to bring you the best
BEST INVESTMENT A deep-fill design and recipe booklet make this ideal for those looking to get more experimental. It also has a temperature control for the perfect cook every time. Cuisinart Overstuffed toasted sandwich maker GRSM1U, £59.99, Lakeland
BEST ALL ROUNDER Great for speedy results. It takes two mins to warm up while you prep the filling, then less than five to get it crispy on the outside and hot right through. Breville VST091 Deep Fill two-slice toastie maker, £29.99, Amazon
B E S T VA LU E B U Y An impressive model for under £20, which created evenly cooked, golden toasties every time. Breville VST057 two-slice sandwich/toastie maker, £15.99, Argos
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