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…
These Offset Plating Tweezers from Triangle delicately hold fine ingredients to help with exact plating. The double-cranked tweezers feature micro-serrated inner edges and a pointed tip to lift and place food without damaging it. The strong hold and comfortable grip make carefully decorating dishes easy, letting you handle micro-herbs or garnish with precision. They can…
Since 1953, Tojiro has produced high-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…
All-Clad’s Copper Core range adapts copper for modern kitchens. This saucepan, from base to rim, heats quickly and evenly because it is clad with five layers of metal: 18/10 stainless steel on the outside, two supportive layers of heat-responsive aluminium, and a core of copper, making it induction-compatible. A vented, stay-cool handle ensures a comfortable…
Designed for Opinel by Swiss-based design studio BIG GAME, this Set of 4 Facette Steak Knives combines comfort, efficiency and beauty. The knives feature full tang blades of martensitic steel, which is known for its strength and corrosion resistance. The faceted ash handles are thermally modified to make them more water-resistant, thereby darkening the wood’s…
All-Clad is a pioneer of multi-ply cookware, in which metals are bonded together not just at the base but throughout the pan. The d5 range was designed with the high heat of induction hobs in mind, as its five layers of indestructible metal’18/10 stainless steel exteriors, with two heavy-gauge layers of heat-responsive aluminium in the…
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…
The Silverwood Bakeware Deep Fluted Flantin is perfect for avid bakers. Resilient and heavy-duty,it 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…
Made in Germany, the HORL 3 Pro knife sharpener is 3x more efficient than the HORL 3, due to an intricate planetary gear mechanism. It also comes with a magnetic angle support that allows you to sharpen knives to a wider range of degrees (25′, 22′, 20′, 15′, 13′, 10′). It is ultra-precise and durable….
Made in Italy, the Hestan CopperBond range has been optimised for induction hobs. These pans have 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 on each pan creates a greater contact area with…
Made entirely by hand in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, this round serving platter from Bertozzi is made of Limoges porcelain, considered the finest in the world. Its unique mix of kaolin, feldspar and quartz allows it to be fired at extremely high temperatures for durability and a luminous glaze associated with royal china. It is glazed…
A saucepan that takes care of your boiling, stewing, poaching, and sauce-making needs, this Mauviel M’Cook piece outperforms standard stainless steel saucepans by miles. 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…