Christina Chrysostomou
Hi! I'm Christina Chrysostomou, former acting head ecommerce editor at Real Homes. I love hosting friends and family, and believe the best way is through food. It's no surprise that I was the in-house appliances expert and tested everything from coffee makers to air fryers and non-stick pans. Because life is for living, and that includes turning down an instant cup of Joe.
In my spare time, I enjoy yoga, spin classes, and visiting local farmer's markets to create a Greek Cypriot or Mauritian recipe. I'm also guilty of spending way too much time on real estate sites for when my lottery numbers finally come in.
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I've been sleeping on the genius Zamat cervical pillow, and it has cured my back pain
From a cramp-necked caterpillar to a blissful butterfly
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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9 eco-friendly dorm room essentials I wish I had in college — from $14.50
From the wise words of "High School Musical" — we're all in this together
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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These 5 stores have the best back-to-school sales to get you prepped for college this year
Academia on fleek
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9 of the dreamiest dorm room headboards for cozy college digs
Extra AF
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What is a TikTok inflatable tanning pool, and why is this trend blowing up?
Despite what Tay Tay said, it's not going to be a cruel summer with this cool buy
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Creative small home office ideas for a super productive work sesh
Get stuff done 🗸
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I hate lukewarm drinks, so I've spotted 9 of the best ice cube trays for TikTok-worthy beverages — from $3
What's cooler than being cool? Ice cold.
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These are the best toasters for perfectly-browned bread — as reviewed from $24.21
Grab one of the best toasters for the perfect, crunchy start to your day
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6 of the best Keurig coffee makers — highly-rated K-Cup compatible machines to get your caffeine kick
K-Cups 4 lifeee
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The best Nespresso coffee makers to buy — as tried and tested by us
We've ranked the best Nespresso coffee makers, whether you're looking for the Original or Vertuo pod machine. See our top picks with in-depth reviews.
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These cute picks from Urban Outfitters' dorm section make me want to live on campus again — from $12
🎵 "UO" so beautiful, to me 🎵
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How to clean a coffee maker — whether you have a drip machine, pod coffee maker, or French press
Bye-bye nasties 👋
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I've been looking all day, these are my favorite compact appliances from the 4th July sales — from $12.99
Go "fourth" and get those deals girllll...
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The best stovetop kettles that rival electric models — starting from $22
So hot in "herre" 🔥
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As someone who loves hot drinks, these are the 5 best electric kettles to buy RN
That's hot
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These are the 5 best iced coffee makers — as tried, tested, and approved
Recreate your fave iced caramel macchiato with the best iced coffee makers
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The Cosori Pro LE L501 air fryer is an Amazon bestseller — I put it to the test to see if it's truly worth it
The Cosori Pro LE L501 air fryer costs less than $100
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Ninja AF101 air fryer: highly rated and ideal for small kitchens
The Ninja AF101 air fryer has all the perks of its DualZone counterpart model in a small one-basket design
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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I managed to get my hands on the brand new Smeg blender and it's PERFECT for small kitchens
Breakfast smoothie gals, this is one for you
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This just in: Selena Gomez and Our Place have served up MORE oven-proof cookware — here's what's cute
It's gonna "Sel" out, for sure
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These 14 editor-approved kitchen gadgets are must-haves — and prices start from just $8.99
Shoppers are obsessed, and so am I TBH
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How to clean a washing machine, because yes, it totally needs it
Don't be wishy-washy about this
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Pods vs. ground coffee — what's the difference anyway?
Cheers to the weekend (and Monday mornings)
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8 of the best cold brew coffee makers for a refreshingly cool beverage at home
'Cause cold-brew and iced coffee are *NOT* the same
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