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Kate Hilpern

As a freelance journalist with over 28 years of experience, Kate Hilpern has contributed to various newspapers, websites and magazines nationwide. Kate holds a Master’s degree in Journalism with distinction. Her work has been published in the The Guardian, The Independent, Good Housekeeping, Woman & Home and more. Kate also worked as a lecturer in Journalism.

Recent articles by Kate Hilpern

Our favourite tequilas for cocktails and neat sipping
Food & Drink

Sharp, smooth, fruity and oaky, here’s our selection of the best tequila for every occasion

The best washing powders you can buy
Home & garden

Learn how to beat tough stains with our handy buying guide

The best foot creams to buy
Skincare

Keep feet cool, fresh and soft with our favourite foot treatments from £6

Best brandy: The best Armagnac, Cognac and more from £16
Food & Drink

Whether your drinks budget is under £30 or over £100, this is the best brandy in every category

Make a better martini with the best vodkas you can buy
Food & Drink

Shake, stir and save with the best vodkas you can buy

Best foundation for combination skin
Beauty Makeup

We've rounded up the best foundations for combination skin, for a perfect complexion

Our pick of the best port for every budget and occasion
Food & Drink

We help you sort your Ruby from your Reserve and your Single Quinta from your Crusted in our guide to the best port

The best umbrellas to buy
Clothing Sports & leisure Travel

These trendy and practical umbrellas will make you wish for rain… well, almost

The best sewing machines you can buy
Home appliances

Get sewing, stitching, repairing or tailoring with our pick of the best sewing machines

Our pick of the best manuka honey
Food & Drink

We help sort the good from the bad when choosing the best manuka honey