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…
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, 5000 MCD 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…
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…
Made in Portugal since 1951, Silampos pans anticipate the needs of home cooks. This saucepan is clad, from base to rim, with three layers of metal: non-reactive and induction-compatible stainless steel on the outside with a core of heat-responsive aluminium. This construction heats food uniformly and retains that heat well. The stainless steel is polished…
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, Hestan ProBond tri-ply stainless steel pans have a core of heat-responsive aluminium for optimum performance. Expect quick, even heat distribution and lifetime durability. The rims are flared for drip-free pouring, as well as sealed ‘ which means they can be cleaned in the dishwasher without any risk of the edges becoming sharp…
Founded in 1963, Cutipol is a family-run company that specialises in cutlery with sober, fine lines that are pleasant to the touch. Each piece is handmade in Portugal, which allows for great attention to detail and quality control. Like the art movement it is named after, the Bauhaus collection embodies a sleek, functional aesthetic that’s…
Made from high-quality non-stick-coated steel, this Fluted Tarte Tin from De Buyer is perfect for baking traditional tarts, tart bases, pies and quiches. The tin disperses heat evenly for uniform results, while its fluted edge ensures a beautiful presentation.
The Mauviel M’150S saucepan is made from 1.5mm thick French copper (90%), which maximises the unparalleled heat responsiveness of copper while being light enough to manoeuvre easily. 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 every few years…
Mercer Culinary offers knives of a high professional grade at a very reasonable price. This Utility Knife from their 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 is…
Made in France, Staubcookware is loved byprofessional chefsand home cooks alike. This cocotte is madeof thick cast iron ‘ a hard-wearing material capable of retaining high levels of heat,which allows for excellent browning and steam retention. Cast iron is also very versatile, suitable for all hobs including induction, the oven, and the barbecue.Unlike traditional cast…
Located in a small workshop under an archway in South London, Blenheim Forge is a jewel in Britain’s culinary landscape, beloved by chefs like Gordon Ramsey and Francis Mallmann. We collaborated on a collection of knives made with a core Japanese super blue carbon steel’known for its long-lasting durability and unparalleled sharpness’clad with rust-proof stainless…