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…
Every knife in Kai Shun’s Nagare range undergoes a highly sophisticated process which involves bonding flexible VG2 steel with hard VG10 steel, surrounded by 72 layers of Damascus steel that form a radial pattern. Besides looking beautiful, this construction provides excellent durability and prevents food from sticking to the sides of the blade as you…
Though Jars Ceramistes is a family-run company that’s been around since 1857, their tableware is perfectly suited to contemporary needs. Their ceramics are very hard-wearing, able to resist cracks, fading, and the stress of dishwashers and microwaves. This is a result of an energy-saving manufacturing process that fires only once at 1285’C rather than the…
Founded in 1946 in the American state of Minnesota, where most of their goods are still produced, Nordic Ware rose to fame when a national prize-winning cake was made in one of their bundt pans. The pan is made of high-quality cast aluminium for perfect heat distribution, plus an easy-release coating that helps ensure your…
This OlivewoodSpatula is ideal for many cooking tasks but particularly good when using non-stick cookware as it will not scratch. Olivewood is non-porous, so it will not absorb odours. An environmentally conscious choice, eachspatulais sourced from trees that no longer produce fruit. The spatula is available plain or with holes for draining excess fat or…
In 1954, Bamix made the first blender and food processor designed to go directly into the pot or bowl with your ingredients, skipping the need to juggle between containers. Most stick blenders have two main parts that attach: the top has the motor and the bottom has the wand you can immerse. The Bamix, on…
Established in 1857, Jars Ceramistes makes ultra-durable plates, bowls, cups, and serving pieces in distinct colours and shapes. They fire clay just once at the high temperature of 1280’C rather than the standard three times ‘ an eco-friendly practice that results in hard-wearing ceramics that resist cracking, chipping and fading. They hold up to frequent…
Kai Shun adapts centuries-old samurai blacksmithing to make exceptional Japanese knives for the modern cook. Every knife in their world-renowned Classic range has a steeply tapered blade, which makes it much sharper than a Western knife. A core of hard VG MAX steel, surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel, makes it extremely durable and…
Established in 1857, Jars Ceramistes makes ultra-durable plates, bowls, cups, and serving pieces in distinct colours and shapes. They fire clay just once at the high temperature of 1280’C rather than the standard three times ‘ an eco-friendly practice that results in hard-wearing ceramics that resist cracking, chipping and fading. They hold up to frequent…
The innovative All-Clad G5 range has achieved a remarkable feat: It has the quick, even heat responsiveness of a five-layered metal pan, but the lighter weight of a three-layered metal pan. The secret to its success is a disc of graphite at the base of a pan, sandwiched within its core layer of aluminium, 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,…
WuSTHOF knives have been manufactured in the city of Solingen, Germany since 1814, and are recognised around the world for superior craftsmanship. Every knife in the Classic Ikon range is fully forged from a single piece of stainless steel so it has a full tang, which creates excellent blade-to-handle balance. The high-carbon blade undergoes a…