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…
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…
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…
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. This is a simpler, more modern take on their original design, and it’s quickly become a classic in its own…
Elia works with designers around the world to manufacture simple and practical tableware. This 18/10 stainless steel Leila cake server has a bright, polished finish and a strong V-shape, great for effectively slicing cakes and pies. The subtly curved handle is comfortable to hold.
This Urban Bar Biloxi Double Strainer both strains and fine strains cocktails, providing control and convenience. Crafted from premium Japanese stainless steel with a polished finish, it works like a regular Hawthorn strainer but includes a fine mesh that can slide forward to remove the tiniest ice chips and bits of fruit for a perfectly…
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.
Opinel knives, which are made in France, are known for being effective, reliable, and beautiful.The blades are forged from martensitic stainless steel, which has a high hardness due to the addition of nitrogen (0.15%) and superior corrosion resistance due to its high chromium content (16%). The light beech handle is durable and comfortable to hold,…
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…
A kitchen scale is a constant companion in any discerning cook’s kitchen, and this one from Zwilling is made to withstand heavy use. Sleek and cordless, it features touch control and a hidden display when off. It has a large weighing surface and an LCD display that remains visible even when weighing large containers, as…
This Flour Dispenser from Marcato will be a trusted friend in your kitchen for preparation of bread, biscuits, cakes, and pasta, and more. The body is made of food-grade anodised aluminium alloy, and it comes topped with a stainless steel mesh sievethat allows you to dust flour evenly for easy handling of dough. The rounded…
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…