There is a good reason so many chefs idolise copper: It conducts heat impeccably. In chef-speak, that means quickly and evenly, responding to changes in temperature in an instant. But because copper does not naturally attach to magnetic induction hobs, it takes a bit of expert engineering to make induction-friendly copper work’and Mauviel, with their…
Made in France, Staub cookware is loved by professional chefs and home cooks alike. This cocotte is made of thick cast iron ‘ a hard-wearing material capable of retaining high levels of heat, which allows for excellent browning and steam retention. Cast iron is also very versatile, suitable for all hobs including induction, the oven,…
The Lodge Blacklock skillet was designed to be 25% lighter and easier to manoeuvre than their traditional skillets, which are recognised all around the world for their versatility and durability.Cast iron is prized for its ability to get extremely hot and retain that heat, resulting in gorgeously browned foods, whether that’s seared steak or reputation-saving…
Cast iron pans are beloved for their ability to retain extremely high levels of heat, resulting in perfectly browned steaks, cornbread, pies, and so much more. They are suitable for all hobs including induction, in the oven, and on the barbecue. What makes a Finex skillet so unique is its coiled stainless steel handle; it…
This cast iron griddle from Finex can retain sky-high levels of heat, ensuring any food you cook in it gets perfectly browned. Pre-seasoned with flax oil, this two-hob pan is ready to use right out of the box. Like all cast iron pans, you should not use soap to clean it’just water and, if needed,…
De Buyer’sMineral Brangeof carbon steel pans are favouritesin restaurant kitchens becausetheyare intended for frequent and intense use, and only become better, and more stick-resistant, with time.(The pan will go from grey to black’the darker it is, the more non-stick.) Similar to cast iron, carbon steel is known for being indestructible, able tohold sky-high levels of…
This De Buyer Prima Matera SS Induction Splayed Saute Pan blends everything you love about copper with the practicality of being fully induction compatible. It has a rounded base ideally suited to reducing sauces and stews. Copper provides excellent thermal conductivity, allowing you greater control over your cooking. The heat distribution is extremely even and…
Mauviel’s M’CookBrange outperforms standard stainless steel saucepans by miles. It has outer layers of 18/10 stainless steel, which make it induction-compatible, plus three inner layers of heat-responsive aluminium. The middle layer of that aluminium is pure, meaning there is no adhesive agent in it that slightly weakens its power. Unlike a lot of saucepans which…
Made in France, Staub cookware is loved by professional chefs and home cooks alike. This cocotte is made of thick cast iron ‘ a hard-wearing material capable of retaining high levels of heat, which allows for excellent browning and steam retention. Cast iron is also very versatile, suitable for all hobs including induction, the oven,…
Made in Italy, Hestan NanoBond cookware has a stainless steel base, aluminium core, and titanium surface that’s four times harder than stainless steel ‘ they are built for a lifetime of heavy use. This hardness makes NanoBond pans highly resistant to warping, and heat-safe up to a staggering 565’C. They are suitable for any home…
Staub is a household name in France and around the world for their black enamelled cookware, which has all the benefits of cast iron’namely the ability to absorb and retain intense heat, resulting in gorgeously browned food’but there is no special clean-up required. The enamelled finish prevents the pan from rusting, reacting to acidic foods,…
All-Clad pioneered multi-ply cookware in the 1970s with the d3 (also called TriPly) series, when they layered aluminium’an excellent conductor of heat’with stainless steel, which is excellent at being non-reactive, oven-safe, induction hob-compatible, and extremely durable. Thisfrying pan feels light to lift but is sturdy and warp-resistant, with a comfortable handle that moulds to an…