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…
Since 1953, Tojiro has produced high-quality cutlery in Tsubame-sanjo, a craft centre in Japan specialising in metallurgy. They were one of the first Japanese companies to prove stainless steel knives could be just as effective as carbon steel for culinary use, and their passion for melding traditional Japanese techniques with modern industrial technology has won…
Made in the UK, the ETI Superfast Thermapen ONE Digital Thermometer can display the temperature of food or liquid in just one second. The thermometer turns on when the probe is extended, and shuts off when the probe is back down ‘ no buttons. It measures temperature across the range of -49.9 to 299.9 ‘C,…
Since 1953, Tojiro has produced high-quality cutlery in Tsubame-sanjo, a craft centre in Japan specialising in metallurgy. They were one of the first Japanese companies to prove stainless steel knives could be just as effective as carbon steel for culinary use, and their passion for melding traditional Japanese techniques with modern industrial technology has won…
Kinto’s Ceramic Lab range balances orderly, neat designs with the warm patterns of sandstone native to the Nagasaki prefecture of Japan, where it is manufactured. Many transformations occur in this unique porcelain, which is ultra-sensitive to temperature and humidity when firing. This results in a speckled, ‘scorched’-looking pattern called ‘yo-hen’. The natural unevenness of this…
These Cuisipro Silicone Locking Tongs handle both cooking and serving tasks with ease. They feature a patented locking mechanism, push to open and pull to lock. The loop can be used for hanging. The non-stick silicone ends are heat resistant to 220’C.
Made in Italy, Hestan ProBond tri-ply stainless steel pans have a core of heat-responsive aluminium for optimum performance. Expect quick, even heat distribution and lifetime durability. The rims are flared for drip-free pouring, as well as sealed ‘ which means they can be cleaned in the dishwasher without any risk of the edges becoming sharp…
Located in a small workshop under an archway in South London, Blenheim Forge’s Japanese-style carbon steel knives are handmade and unique. Each knife is crafted with a core of premium Aogami super steel, clad with rust-proof stainless steel until the tip of the blade. This steel is known not just for its sharpness, but its…
Loft is a collaboration between two titans of the ceramics industry: Rosenthal, the 140-year-old German porcelain manufacturer, and award-winning British design group Queensberry Hunt, whose work is in the collections of many museums around the world including London’s Victoria & Albert. Every piece is made from high-fired vitrified white porcelain that results in a glossy…
Established in 1947, Mepra is a family-run business dedicated to imbuing Italy’s rich tradition of food, lifestyle and design into their silverware. Their Stile collection was designed by Pininfarina, automobile designers known for their work with Ferrari, Maserati and Rolls Royce. It is made frommirror-polished 18/10 stainless steel and stands out for its simple, clean…
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…
This Mauviel M’Tradition Copper Fish Kettle with a hammered finish quite the statement piece. The kettle is lined with tin and the bronze handles are securely fitted with copper rivets. High sides making it possible to cook a whole fish, and it comes with a grid that makes it easy to lift fish out of…