Including a hob on a kitchen island is a style that is seemingly getting more and more popular by the day — but it's not always a good idea. Generally, designers love the idea for a few reasons. It ...

Verity's been grilling appliances for over 15 years, and is the Which? cooking expert. She scrutinises nearly 100 ovens, cookers, cooker hoods and hobs every year, to see which can take the heat.