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…
Family-run for over 100 years, Arthur Price of England is synonymous with stylish, timeless design and the highest quality craftsmanship. This 3-piece silver-plated cobbler Cocktail Shaker combines form and function for a sophisticated and efficient way to mix drinks. Made in England with luxury and craftsmanship in mind, this striking shaker will add a touch…
This Kai ShunSantokuKnife comes from their Classic White series which combines centuries-old Japanese Samurai blacksmithing with modern and sophisticated manufacturing processes. The blade is ground on both sides and made of VG MAX steel with a hardness of 61 (‘1) HRC and is enclosed within 32 layers of Damascus steel. It is this combination that…
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…
The Victorinox Swiss Classic Paring Knife Set with Peeler covers a lot of ground. Included are two paring knives: one with a straight edge and a pointed tip for removing cores and seeds and a Tomato & Table Knife with a serrated edge for slicing through firm peel with minimum pressure. In addition, the ultra-sharp…
The Mauviel M’150B frying pan is made from 1.5mm thick French copper (90%), which maximises the unparalleled heat responsiveness of copper while being light enough to manoeuvre easily. The other 10% is made of stainless steel; unlike old-fashioned copper pans which are lined with tin, stainless steel does not need to be re-tinned every few…
This Triangle Angled Pastry Spatula, or palette knife, is ideal for icing or filling cakes and pastries. The angled, or offset, blade is particularly helpful for smoothing batter or for lifting all types of food. Made from hardened stainless steel and is dishwasher safe.
Every knife in Kai Shun’s Nagare range undergoes a highly sophisticated process that 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…
Shropshire-based Netherton Foundry specialises in spun iron cookware ‘ a more lightweight and heat-responsive alternative to cast iron. This material’s best feature is its ability to retain high levels of heat, which is key if you want to achieve beautifully crisp edges on your baked goods. The second best feature It lasts a lifetime. In…
Made in Italy, the Hestan CopperBond range has been optimised for induction hobs. Every piece features five layers of metal: outer layers of stainless steel, supporting layers of aluminium, and a core of copper, a metal that provides unparalleled temperature control. The wraparound stainless steel base creates greater contact area with the heat source, which…
Microplane is a household name across the world for their exceptional blades, which grate ingredients without bruising and tearing them. This multi-purpose coarse grater is ideal for grating cheese, hard vegetables, garlic, ginger, and more into broad, delicate shreds. A non-slip base provides stability as you grate against the surface of a cutting board, and…
Since 1953, Tojirohas producedhigh-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 them multiple…