Since 1857, Jars Ceramistes has specialised in handcrafted tableware that is elegant yet playful, adding a touch of refinement to any table setting. Made in France, their ceramics are remarkably durable, able to resist cracks, fading, and the stress of dishwashers and microwaves. (You can warm these plates and bowls in the oven, set to…
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…
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…
John Julian has mastered the art of English ceramics, from DNA to design. The clay, predominantly dug in Cornwall, is made in Stoke-on-Trent and then hand-thrown in a Wiltshire studio by skilled artisans. At John Julian, ceramics are made in small batches and fired once at a high temperature as opposed to the more common…
Cast iron pans are beloved for their ability to retain extremely high levels of heat, resulting in perfectly browned steaks, cornbread, pies, and so much more. They are suitable for all hobs including induction, in the oven, and on the barbecue. What makes a Finex skillet so unique is its coiled stainless steel handle; it…
The Mauviel M’Cook Frying Pan is no ordinary pan. Every part of the pan, right up to its rim, has five layers of metal: outer layers of 18/10 stainless steel for induction hob’compatibility and easy clean-up, plus three inner layers of heat-responsive aluminium. The middle layer of that aluminium is pure, meaning there is no…
This OlivewoodSpoon is ideal for many cooking tasks but particularly good when using non-stick cookware as it will not scratch. Olivewood is non-porous, so it will not absorb odours. An environmentally conscious choice, each spoon is sourced from trees that no longer produce fruit. This spoon is great for mixing batters, stirring hot sauces,oatmeal or…
This Mauviel M’CookB stockpotis made from robustferritic stainless steel and is suitable for all hobs, including induction.Polished on the outside but brushed on the inside,it features a curved rim that allows easy pouring. It will last a lifetime. Mauviel M’CookB pans, including handles, are polished and finished by hand; this may result in minor abrasions…
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…
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…
This Nylon Turner from Triangle has a slotted head to allow excess oil to drain and a thin front edge that slides easily under food. Able to withstand temperatures up to 270’C makes it ideal for use with non-stick cookware. A small groove on the back of the handle prevents the spoon from sliding into…
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…