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…
Mercer Culinary offers high-functioning, professional-grade German steel knives at more approchableprice points. This Boning Knife from their Genesis range features a full tang, which means the steel extends the full length of the handle, improving durability and blade-to-handle balance. Fully-forged from superior, high carbon, stain-free German steel, the taper-ground blade is very strong and resilient…
Made in Seki, Japan, a city known for its 700-year-old history of samurai sword-making, Miyabi knives are equal parts style and substance. Every knife in their most popular, and thus most extensive, 5000MCD range has a CRYODUR blade that’s ice-hardened at -196’C for strength and corrosion resistance, then tempered for flexibility. The core micro-carbide steel…
TheStaubBraiser/Saute Pan with Glass Lid is made from thick cast iron, a hard-wearing material that retains high levels, and then coated in three layers ofenamel’this makes it possible to clean normally without any need to season (like you would raw cast iron). The enamel has been sprayed on rather than bonded, which makes itmoredurable. This…
This Nordic Ware Naturals Baking Sheet is constructed of durable natural aluminium for even heat distribution andconsistent baking results. Ideal for baking small batches of cookies, brownies, and bars, this tray is also perfect for reheating leftovers. Use the 1/8 sheet pan for meal prepping, marinating, breading foods before frying or transferring food to and…
Lodge, America’s oldest cast iron manufacturer,makes 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 Brussels sprouts. It can go on in the oven, on the barbecue, andall hobs except induction (due to…
Due to Netherton Foundry’s unique manufacturing process, this traditional, durable spun iron pie dish is relatively lightweight, but also, like more mainstream cast iron cookware, retains heat exceptionally well and can withstand high temperatures for extended periods of time. This means faster cooking times, consistently even cooking, and perfectly browned crusts. It’s also safe on…
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…
The Mauviel M’CookB Casserole outperforms standard stainless steel pots by miles because of the way it’s designed. It has outer layers of 18/10 stainless steel, which make 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 weakens…
This set of two knives from the Kai Shun Premier collection features two of the most versatile knives in any chef’s collection. The 18cm santoku knife has an almost straight edge, making it ideal for slicing, dicing, chopping vegetables, and mincing herbs. The slender 16.5cm utility knife is perfect for on and off-board work, from…
This delightful and easy-to-use Strawberry Huller from Chef’n will appeal to both children and kitchen gadget fanatics alike. The simple push-button mechanism hulls strawberries quickly and its fun design makes it easy to find in the drawer.
This heavy-duty carbon steel paella pan from Valencian brandVaello Campos is designed toachieveperfect ‘socarrat’, a Spanish term that refers to the crispy, toasted rice closest to the pan. This is because carbon steel is a hard-wearing material that can holdthe high temperatures required to sear meat, vegetables, rice, and more perfectly’and it only gets better…