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Rebecca Ciaramidaro

I joined CHOICE in 2008 as a work experience student while studying my Bachelor of Science (Nutrition and Food) at the University of Western Sydney. I've been with CHOICE ever since.  My first job was in a room full of muesli, collecting all their nutritional data. When I completed my course, CHOICE offered me a full-time position as a Test Officer in the Kitchen Lab. In 2009, I moved into the role of household content producer. I write about a wide range of children's and household products, ranging from cots and strollers to ovens, BBQs, espresso machines and electric blankets. I even write about grocery items such as nappies, sanitary pads and laundry detergents. I love my job and the extremely talented and passionate group of people I work with. I love knowing that our research, testing and results go a long way to helping consumers with their buying decisions by highlighting great products – and singling out poorly performing ones. You can find me on LinkedIn.

Buying the right tampons and sanitary pads for your needs

September 1, 2025November 2, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
shopper deciding between tampons and pads buying guide

Everybody’s different, and so is every body. Here’s how you can choose period protection that works for you.

Categories Health and Body, Reproductive Health, Womens Health

Is the Zega Digital self-cooking pot worth it?

August 30, 2025November 2, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
Zega_First_Look_lead

This supposedly autonomous, energy-saving piece of cookware failed to impress our experts.

Categories Cookware, home-and-living, kitchen Tags Article single product

What to look for in a ceramic cooktop

September 1, 2025August 1, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
a ceramic cooktop with four hobs on a blue background

We run through features, costs, energy efficiency and more.

Categories Cooktops, home-and-living, kitchen

How we test tampons

July 27, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
person_holding_a_tampon

Here’s how we find out which tampons are best for absorption.

Categories Health and Body, Reproductive Health, Womens Health

Should you buy the Aldi Stirling Thermo Cooker?

August 30, 2025May 17, 2022 by Pru Engel | Rebecca Ciaramidaro
Aldi Stirling thermo cooker sitting on a white kitchen benchtop with food beside it

Aldi’s budget all-in-one thermal cooker sold for just $249. Can it rival the pricier Thermomix?

Categories All in One Kitchen Machines, home-and-living, kitchen Tags Article explainer

How we test pizza ovens

April 13, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
person checking the temperature of an outdoor pizza oven

Here’s how our experts put pizza ovens to the test to tell you which ones cook the perfect fresh pizza.

Categories Outdoor, Outdoor Entertaining, Pizza Ovens Tags Article explainer

How to buy a great pizza oven

September 1, 2025April 13, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
rustic pizza being cut with a pizza slicer

How well do pizza ovens create an authentic pizza? We explain how they work and what to consider before buying one.

Categories Buying Guide, Outdoor, Outdoor Entertaining, Pizza Ovens

How to buy a great induction cooktop

September 1, 2025April 11, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro | Fiona
induction_cooktop_buying_guide

We explain how induction cooking works and look at the pros and cons.

Categories Cooktops, home-and-living, kitchen Tags Video

How to buy the best safety gates and barriers

September 1, 2025February 9, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
mother puts up safety gate for child

Keep your toddler out of harm’s way.

Categories Babies and Kids, Child Safety Devices, Children and Safety

How to buy the best stick blender

September 1, 2025February 3, 2022 by Rebecca Ciaramidaro
how to choose a stick blender stick blenders with accessories

Also known as a hand blender, this nifty device is a good alternative to a full-sized blender.

Categories Food Processors Mixers and Blenders, home-and-living, kitchen
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