We consider the Kai Shun Classic range the best of the best for its high-quality stainless steel blades and comfortable handles. 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…
Made in Italy, the Hestan CopperBond range has been optimised for induction hobs. Every piece features 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 creates a greater contact area with the heat source,…
The Lodge Blacklock Grill Pan is perfect for cooking your steaks and veggies. It’s designed to be up to 25% lighter and easier to manoeuvre than their traditional grill pans thanks to a helper handle. The triple-seasoned surface (with due care and attention) will give you unbeatable results for years to come – a natural…
Mauviel’s M’Cook range outperforms standard stainless steel pans by miles. Every pan in this range has outer layers of 18/10 stainless steel and a flat base, which makes 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…
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…
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 Europe, these Grand Champagne Glasses from Lehmann were designed in collaboration with Sommelier & Champagne Specialist Philippe Jamesse. Jamesse worked for 18 years as Head Sommelier at Michelin-starred Domaine Les Cray’res in Reims, France. These glasses are machine-made from lead-free crystal using a process that approaches the delicacy and transparency of their mouth-blown…
Kinto’s Ceramic Lab range balances orderly, neat design 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…
A pair of 24cm toaster tongs from Pebbly that, thanks to a magnet, stick to the side of your toaster so you have it readily available instead of fumbling around for it in the morning. Made from biodegradable bamboo, they are food safe; hand wash only.
Microplane is a household name across the world for their exceptional blades, which grate ingredients without bruising and tearing them. This multi-purpose fine 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. Perhaps the…
Made in Germany, the HORL 3 Cruise knife sharpener is efficient, precise, and built to last a lifetime. Using it is simple: Attach a knife, blade side up, to the magnetic angle support, and roll the sharpener against the entire length of the blade a few times to sharpen and hone the edge. Repeat for…