All-Clad pioneered multi-ply cookware in the 1970s with the d3 (also called TriPly) series, when they layered aluminium’an excellent conductor of heat’with stainless steel, which is excellent at being non-reactive, oven-safe, induction hob-compatible, and extremely durable. These pans feel light to lift but are sturdy and warp-resistant, with comfortable handles that mould to an underhanded…
This Finex Cast Iron Grill Pan gives great grilling results, indoors and out. Great for steaks, chops, salmon and vegetables. The thick-walled design heats evenly and holds heat extremely well and the true BBQ-width grill ribs produce the best grill marks. This cast iron grill pan was made for the popular reverse sear technique. If…
Made in Seki, Japan, a city known for its history of samurai sword-making, Miyabi knives are equal parts style and substance. Every knife in the 5000FCD range has a fine carbide steel core with a 61HRC hardness, which ensures the blade glides through ingredients, making meal prep more efficient. The FRIODUR blade is frozen and…
A household name in Sweden, where all their products are still manufactured, the Ankarsrum Assistent Originalstand mixer is a robust machine thatcan mix up to 5kg of dough gently, as if by hand.The Ankarsrum will rarely overheat or overwork doughs, batters and creams, thanks to apowerful 1500-watt motor at the base of the machine. This…
Made in Germany, the HORL 3 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 the…
This individual Yorkshire pudding tin isheavy-duty, and will not warp, rust or peel. The alloy core spreads heat fast and evenly, producing perfect baking in a reduced time. The anodised aluminium surface, which is completely food-safe, will release cakes easily (but should still be greased, as with all baking tins). Not dishwasher safe, but very…
The Mauviel M’150B Casserole with a copper lid is made from 1.5mm thick French copper (90%), which maximises the unparalleled heat responsiveness of copper while being light enough to manoeuvre. 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…
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…
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…
If you want the kind of sharp knife blade that will cut through ingredients with the utmost ease and precision, this set will do the trick. It features two interchangeable whetstone discs ‘ fine (#3000 grit) and extra-fine (#6000 grit) ‘ that affix to the roller of the HORL 3 knife sharpener, as well as…
This MasterClass Non-Stick 6 Hole Giant Muffin Pan (27 x 18 cm) is made from robust, commercial weight 1mm carbon steel to ensure it will not chip, peel or warp. Carbon steel has the benefit of retaining very high levels of heat, resulting in better browning. A double-coated non-stick finish makes for easy release (but…