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…
Opinel’s signature folding knife is an ideal tool for cutting fruit, cheese, and other foods when camping or on a picnic. This special version includes an embedded corkscrew, making the knife even more versatile, without taking up any extra space. The 10cm blade is made of Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel, which is anti-corrosive thanks…
Opinel knives are known for being effective, reliable, and beautiful.Each knife in this four-piece set features an 11cm blade made of martensitic stainless steel,which is extrahard due to the addition of nitrogen (0.15%). Witha high chromium content (16%), the blade is highly resistant to corrosion as well. The olive wood handle on each knife has…
Made in France, Staubcookware is loved byprofessional chefsand home cooks alike. This cocotte is madeof 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, and the barbecue.Unlike traditional cast…
Since 1892, French company Berard has specialised in wooden products for the kitchen and table. This olivewood bowl can be used to serve salad or as a fruit bowl, adding rustic charm to any table. It’s difficult to break, making it great for houses with young children and pets. To restore sheen, simply rub the…
Creative bakers love the Multisize Cake & Bread Pan from Silverwood Bakeware. The two dividers can be placed to make four 6″ squares. With just one divider, oblong cakes such as traybakes, Battenberg and Swiss rolls can be made. The pan also is easy to store. Resilient and heavy-duty, this will not warp, rust or…
This compact cake tester, with a loop for easy storage, lets you check the doneness of your cake the traditional way ‘ by seeing how many crumbs attach to the metal end. Just pierce the tester into the deepest part of the cake and at the tip, you’ll see a purple band that will become…
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…
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 steak or reputation-saving Brussels sprouts. It can go on all hobs including induction,…
The Mauviel M’Cook Frying Pan is no ordinary pan’and the added value of PFOA-free non-stick coating makes it even more remarkable. The pan is made of five layers of metal (two layers of stainless steel on the outside, three layers of heat-responsive aluminium in the centre), which extend to the sides and tops of the…
Mauviel’s M’Cook range outperforms standard stainless steel pans by miles. Every pan in this range has outer layers of 18/10 stainless steel and a flat base, which makes 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…
This Marcato Biscuit Press allows you to prepare 20 different styles of biscuit with delightful ease. One fill of biscuit dough in the cylinder will make35-40 small biscuits and up to 20-25 large ones. To use, justplace the end of the cylinder onto your baking tray, pull down the lever, lift the cylinder, and the…