Established in 1857, Jars Ceramistes makes ultra-durable pieces for the kitchen and table, in distinct colours and shapes. They fire clay just once at the high temperature of 1280’C rather than the standard three times ‘ an eco-friendly practice that results in hard-wearing ceramics that resist cracking, chipping and fading. They hold up to frequent…
It takes two and a half months to make a single Miyabi 5000 MCD 67 knife’that’s how fine the craftsmanship is in this premium range. The CRYODUR blade is frozen and hardened at -196’C for corrosion-resistance, then tempered for flexibility. The core micro-carbide steel blade scores 67 on the Rockwell scale, meaning it has exceptional…
Kinto’s Ceramic Lab range balances orderly, neat designs with the warm patterns of sandstone native to the Nagasaki prefecture of Japan, where it is manufactured. Many transformations occur in this unique porcelain, which is ultra-sensitive to temperature and humidity when firing. This results in a speckled, ‘scorched’-looking pattern called ‘yo-hen’. The natural unevenness of this…
MasterClass’s award-winning bakeware is designed for both professional and domestic use, thanks to its heavy-duty 1mm steel construction. A double non-stick coating makes sure your baked goods release easily (as an addition to greasing the pan, not in lieu of it). It is dishwasher, oven, fridge and freezer safe. The deep capacity of this pan…
Loft is a collaboration between two titans of the ceramics industry: Rosenthal, the 140-year-old German porcelain manufacturer, and award-winning British design group Queensberry Hunt, whose work is in the collections of many museums around the world including London’s Victoria & Albert. Every piece is made from high-fired vitrified white porcelain that results in a glossy…
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…
This Mauviel M’Passion Copper Sugar Pan is essential for pastry fanatics. This unlined copper pan is ideal for caramelising sugar and heating sauces, as copper conducts heat efficiently enough to melt sugar without clumping. The spout makes it easy and safe to pour the hot sugar. Suitable for all heat sources except induction, this stay-cool…
Mercer Culinary offers knives of a high professional grade at a very reasonable price. This utility knife from the Mercer Culinary Genesis range features a full tang which means the steel extends the full length of the handle. Fully-forged from superior, high carbon, stain-free German steel, the taper-ground blade is very strong and resilient and…
The Meater Plus Meat Thermometer is a wire-free probe with dual sensors to measure food’s internal and ambient temperature, which you can monitor from the Meater app on your phone. It is simple to use: Insert the probe into a piece of meat and select which meat you are cooking on the Meater app ‘…
Made in Italy, Hestan NanoBond cookware has a stainless steel base, aluminium core, and titanium surface that’s four times harder than stainless steel ‘ they are built for a lifetime of heavy use. This hardness makes NanoBond pans highly resistant to warping, and heat-safe up to a staggering 565’C. They are suitable for any home…
Renowned Japanese knifemakers Kai Shun teamed up with German chef Tim Mlzer to create the Kai Shun Premier range, featuring multi-textured steel blades that are both hard and flexible at once, plus symmetrical wooden handles that are suitable for both left- and right-handed cooks. In this series, every blade’s back down to its middle has…
Microplane is a household name across the world for their exceptional blades, which grate ingredients without bruising and tearing them. This medium-thickness ribbon grater is fitted with a comfortable soft-grip handle, as well as a no-slip rubber base that lets you stand it up at an angle over a plate or cutting board. It’s perfect…