Two meals, One Kitchen, Zero Stress - with AO and Hotpoint appliances

AO has an established reputation as the UK’s most trusted electrical retailer and it’s easy to see why. With unbeatable service, expert installation, and next-day delivery on thousands of products, AO takes the stress out of upgrading your kitchen. We don’t often talk about the appliances that our food team use behind the scenes. However, today, you’re in luck. Jess and Jen, from the woman&home food team are ready to show you why they swear by Hotpoint, the most trusted appliance brand’s latest generation of innovative, feature-packed appliances, all available from AO.

While it never hurts to work on your knife skills or perfect your pasta sauce, there’s an easier way to make sure every meal turns out beautifully. Hotpoint’s clever cooking and cleaning innovations are designed to take the guesswork out of food prep, helping you get delicious results with less effort and more time to relax. And when you shop with AO, you get complete peace of mind from trusted customer service to expert advice, and flexible delivery slots that fit around real life.

Whether it’s an oven that knows exactly what you’re cooking, a fridge that keeps your ingredients fresher for longer, or a dishwasher that handles the post dinner clean up quietly and effectively in the background. Hotpoint and AO prove that the right tech can turn everyday cooking into something effortless. With AO’s Price Match Promise and easy returns, it’s never been simpler to bring premium performance into your kitchen.

Jen’s Lighter Classic Chilli

For her dish, Jen went for a lighter take on a classic chilli, full of fresh vegetables, lean mince, and a vibrant kick of spice. The Hotpoint Dual No Frost Fridge Freezer with VitalCare, which can be ordered through AO, kept her vegetables in peak condition. Its VitalCare technology mimics natural daylight cycles, helping ingredients stay crisp and rich in antioxidants for longer. And thanks to Dual No Frost, cool air is circulated evenly to prevent moisture and icy build-up, meaning every tomato and pepper came out as fresh as the day she bought them.

Over on the Hotpoint Heat Control Induction Hob HTX6014DCF, available at AO, Jen started by softening her onions and browning the mince. With 18 responsive power settings, the hob offers total control, from a gentle simmer to a powerful sear in seconds. It’s fast, efficient, and incredibly intuitive to use. And with AO’s expert delivery and installation, setting it up was just as effortless.

Once her chilli base was ready, she transferred the pot to the Hotpoint Class 6 Oven (HOI68PPT2SBUK), also stocked at AO, to finish cooking. With 60 preset programmes, this oven makes light work of everything from slow-cooked stews to golden bakes. Its Active MultiFlow technology evenly distributes heat across every shelf, so you can cook multiple dishes at once without worrying about hotspots or uneven results.

When it came to the clean-up, Jen simply loaded everything into the Hotpoint H7FHS41UK Full Size Dishwasher, another AO favourite. The Maxi Space tub gives 10% more room for bigger pans and casserole dishes, while 3D Zone Wash tackles the toughest burnt-on sauces. Best of all, it’s quiet enough to keep chatting while it runs and the ActiveDry function automatically opens the door at the end of the cycle for perfectly dry, spotless dishes. And if you ever need support, AO’s friendly customer service team is only a call away, seven days a week.

Jess’ Spiced Lamb Pasta

Meanwhile, Jess prepared a fragrant spiced lamb pasta, a warming, hearty meal packed with depth of flavour. Her secret? Precision and control, courtesy of the Hotpoint Heat Control Induction Hob from AO. Its ultra-responsive heating brought water to a rapid boil in seconds, while the CleanProtect coating made wiping away splashes and smears effortless, just a damp cloth and a splash of water makes it look as good as new.

To finish her pasta bake, Jess used the same Hotpoint Class 6 Oven from AO, relying on its preset functions to roast, grill, and bake to perfection. The multilevel heat distribution meant every layer of pasta came out evenly golden, bubbling, and delicious, no rotating trays required.

After dinner, Jess simply loaded her plates and pans into the Hotpoint Dishwasher, available at AO, leaving it to handle the hard work while she caught up with Jen over a glass of wine. And when it was time to tackle the laundry, the Hotpoint HBCA 93 Freestanding Washing Machine and Hotpoint C HD 94M WBS UK 9kg Fabric Care Tumble Dryer stepped up. Both can be found at AO and they use gentle drum movements and precise temperature control to keep fabrics looking new for longer: the perfect combination for busy home cooks who don’t have time for high-maintenance washing.

Cooking for someone else should be fun, not stressful. With Hotpoint’s intelligent kitchen range, now available at AO, everything from keeping food fresh to cleaning up afterwards becomes effortless. With AO’s trusted delivery, professional installation, and award-winning service, it’s never been easier to upgrade your home with confidence.

These are appliances designed to think ahead, saving time, energy, and effort while helping you enjoy the moments that matter. Whether you’re testing new recipes, hosting friends, or simply making a midweek meal, Hotpoint and AO make it easy to cook, clean, and live a more seamless life.