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We have all spent more time in our kitchens over the past year. But there is one product, even more than banana bread, that has really taken off in popularity: coffee. Lakeland, the kitchenware shop, in its annual trends report says that the coffee machine rose from sixth most popular kitchen gadget in 2018 to the No 1 spot last year. Sales of coffee machines were up 22 per cent at John Lewis last year, as more and more consumers tried to recreate cafe cappuccinos and flat whites at home, with Lakeland saying there is no sign of the trend slowing down. Sales of coffee machines and accessories are up 92 per cent in the first two months of this year compared with 2020, according to Lakeland. Customer ambassador Wendy Miranda says: ‘Customers are looking to create the coffee shop experience at home.’ ....