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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22 Elf on the Shelf ideas – cute and quirky looks to copy in 2024
Entertain kids and adults alike with these Elf on the Shelf ideas
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Breville One-Touch CoffeeHouse II review: perfect for homemade lattes, with the flexibility of ground or pod coffee
The Breville One-Touch CoffeeHouse II offers a quick and simple way to get cafe-quality coffees at home
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5 of the best furniture stores to buy chic and affordable fixtures for your apartment
Having a go-to list of the best furniture stores can be helpful when kitting out your apartment.
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How to make a Christmas garland — a foraged design perfect for a mantel
Learn how to make a Christmas garland with this 7-step tutorial
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I tried the Christmas tree vertical lights hack — and now I'm converted
I gave the Christmas tree vertical lights hack a go on our own tree to decide which way really is better
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How to fix Christmas lights in five easy steps — and, with just two tools
Our simple 5-step guide on how to fix Christmas lights will get your tree looking bright and beautiful this holiday season
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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Best small kitchen appliances: 9 compact buys for even the coziest cook spaces
Nine of the best small kitchen appliances to have in a cozy cooking area
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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How we test coffee makers: our coffee machine testing process explained
How we test coffee makers is a skill. So we break down the tests we conduct to give a fair and honest review
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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How we test vacuum cleaners
Wondered how we test vacuum cleaners? We put these appliances on trial in a house instead of a lab so you know which models will suit your home best.
By Eve Smallman Published
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How our experts review air fryers
A detailed breakdown of how we test air fryers, both in the Future Plc test kitchen and at home.
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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Love TikTok's viral cloud bed? These six lookalikes give luxe on a budget
The dreamiest cloud bed alternatives ☁️
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COSORI Air Fryer review
Does the COSORI Air Fryer deserve a spot in your kitchen?
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Which of these COSORI air fryers should I buy? Six chic models to suit all kitchens
Cook up a storm in one of these top-rated COSORI air fryers
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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Sodastream Terra: This sparkling water maker can make fizzy favorites (including Kombucha) for less
The Sodastream Terra sparkling water maker turns plain ol' H2O into soda, tonic, or Kombucha in under 10 seconds
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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Cuisinart grind & brew single-serve coffee maker review
The Cuisinart grind & brew single-serve coffee maker serves up a cup that's just as fresh as my local coffee shop — from bean to cup in under two minutes.
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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How to smooth walls without plastering, according to design experts
No skim coat needed: we spoke to the pros about how to smooth walls without plastering, and it's all doable
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The Ninja Foodi hot and cold blender has turned my kitchen into a fancy no-waste restaurant
Using the Ninja Foodi cold and hot blender, I've made hearty soups from just 65 cents per serving
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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Coastal Christmas decor: how to bring the sea breeze into your home over the holidays — from $8.95
These coastal Christmas decor ideas and buys are quirky, chic and affordable
By Eve Smallman Published
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The 9 best Wayfair rugs, starting from just $23
We love these stylish Wayfair rugs, and have perused thousands to bring you the best budget-friendly buys
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8 of the best Wayfair couches we're currently obsessing over right now
Snap up the best Wayfair couches, including sectionals, budget-friendly, and convertible sleepers
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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The De'Longhi Rivelia coffee maker made me catch flights *and* feelings for this Brad Pitt-endorsed machine
The De'Longhi Rivelia coffee maker remembers your name and your order — providing that famous coffee shop experience, with 16 drink options to choose from.
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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8 budget fixes for drafty windows — including a $2.99 beauty product I use every single day
Affordable methods to stop drafty windows fast (without replacing them)
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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14 Halloween window ideas for a spooky but stylish display
Get in the spooky season with these Halloween window ideas
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How to keep squirrels from eating pumpkins — 3 methods from $3
Learn how to keep squirrels from eating pumpkins this spooky season
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