It is interesting how quickly things can change. In the 1970s, microwaves were considered revolutionary – never before had people been able to reheat food at whim or defrost meat in a machine.

Alongside the usual microwave and top-bottom oven heat, the Panasonic Combi will steam and grill ingredients too, offering four functions in one. Use it to low-fat fry veg to get them crispy ...

Panasonic's CS89 combination microwave (or, 4-in-1 combination steam oven NN-CS89LBBPQ as you might see it listed) costs £469.99 in the UK and is available from all the usual electrical retailers.

Anova Culinary has announced the launch of its new connected combi oven, the Anova Precision Oven 2.0. It boasts an array of impressive features, ranging from steam injection to an integrated ...