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…
Located in a small workshop under an archway in South London, Blenheim Forge’s Japanese-style carbon steel knives are handmade and unique. Each knife is crafted with a core of premium Aogami super steel, clad with rust-proof stainless steel until the tip of the blade. This steel is known not just for its sharpness, but its…
A heavy-duty carbon steel tray, the MasterClass 24 Hole Mini Madeleine Pan (21 x 27 cm) is built to last for 20+ years. Carbon steel (a 1mm layer) retains heat very well, resulting in perfectly browned cookies and resistance to warping. Two layers of PFOA-free non-stick coating helps release cookies easily (for madeleines, we recommend…
WuSTHOF knives have been manufactured in the city of Solingen, Germany since 1814. The company, which is still run by the founding family, takes quality very seriously ‘ which explains why their knives consistently feature in ‘best of’ lists. Every knife in the Classic Ikon range is fully forged from a single piece of stainless…
Every knife in Kai Shun’s Nagare range undergoes a highly sophisticated process which involves bonding flexible VG2 steel with hard VG10 steel, surrounded by 72 layers of Damascus steel that form a radial pattern. Besides looking beautiful, this construction provides excellent durability and prevents food from sticking to the sides of the blade as you…
Shropshire-based Netherton Foundry pans have all the advantages of cast iron cookware, with half the weight. This spun iron lid, which retains heat beautifully, is designed to be placed over bread as it bakes on a griddle, sheet tray, or baking stone, in order to trap steam and keep the dough moist while developing a…
The Scizza Pizza Scissor by Dreamfarm is a neat, easy way to slice and serve pizza. The nylon base will not scratch non-stick surfaces, protects the blades when used on a pizza stone, and is heat resistant up to 205’C. The unique spatula tip slides easily under crusts, even deep-dish. The extra-long blades are made…
The Mauviel M’CookBFrying Pan 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 Staub Grill Pan from Staub features some thoughtful design features which elevate it above its competitors. The square shape and raised corners allow you to easily and accurately pour away excess fat, while the non-pourous enamel provides protection for the cast iron and eliminates the need for reseasoning. A practical, resilient and versatile grill…
Microplane is a household name across the world for their exceptional blades, which grate ingredients without bruising and tearing them. This multi-purpose coarse 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. Use it…
This Deglon Straight Palette Knife has a strong but flexible stainless steel blade that comes in handy for a variety of baking tasks. Its ergonomic handle makes it perfect for smoothing icings as well as spreading batter, creams, butter, and fillings. Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
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…