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…
Due to their unique spun iron construction, Netherton Foundry pans are ideal for high-heat searing, everyday cooking in the oven or on the hob, and everything in between, all without straining your wrists. Black iron is highly magnetic, thus induction hob’friendly. This two-handledroasting pan is ready to handle both roasting and baking.Wide rims running down…
John Julian has mastered the art of English ceramics, from DNA to design. The clay, predominantly dug in Cornwall, is made in Stoke-on-Trent and then hand-thrown in a Wiltshire studio by skilled artisans. At John Julian, ceramics are made in small batches and fired once at a high temperature as opposed to the more common…
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…
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…
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…
The Mauviel M’Urban4 Frying Pan features three layers of metal from base to edge and conducts heat exceptionally well. Expect to sear food beautifully in a pan that cooks evenly and goes on all hobs, including induction and the oven. The pan’s handle stays cool as you cook, making it easy to manoeuvre from oven…
Lodge, America’s oldest cast iron manufacturer, is recognised around the world for its reliable, virtually indestructible cast iron skillets. Cast iron is prized for its ability to get extremely hot and retain that heat, resulting in gorgeously browned foods, whether that’s seared scallops or macaroni and cheese. It can go on all hobs including induction,…
Made in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, this natural linen tablecloth which depicts wildflowers, has been block printed onto the linen, using hand-carved blocks of pearwood (the same technique used in the Renaissance), resulting in a deeply pigmented colour and unique design. Protecting the environment is at the heart of the Bertozzi workshop, which operates on solar…
GIR’s Ultimate range is made with platinum silicone to withstand temperatures up to 218’C and is safe to use on nonstick cookware. The fibreglass core provides superior heat resistance, and its unibody design makes it hygienic and easy to clean. The 5-Piece Ultimate Tool Set includes: Ultimate Ladle – for soups and sauces Ultimate Spatula…
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…
Made in Germany, the HORL 3 Cruise knife sharpener is efficient, precise, and built to last a lifetime. Using it is simple: Attach a knife, blade side up, to the magnetic angle support, and roll the sharpener against the entire length of the blade a few times to sharpen and hone the edge. Repeat for…