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Why Chefs Love Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware

Your favourite celebrity chef uses tri-ply stainless steel pans. Fact. Not just for boiling food, but for searing, making sauces and more. Using these heavy-bottomed, silver-coloured pans can genuinely make...

April 15, 2024

How to cook on our three favourite pan types

Our three favourite pan types - iron, stainless steel and enamelled - are durable enough to last the rest of your life. And they can be quite an investment too, so you don’t want them to be relegated to the back of the cupboard.

To ensure you can use your lifelong cookware with confidence, we’re going to take you through some tried-and-tested methods to cook on these three different pans perfectly.

February 02, 2023

Cooking with a Dutch Oven (from a beginner)

First of all here’s a disclaimer: I’m not a trained cookware critic, an expert in anything kitchenware or to be quite frank particularly ‘skilled’ in the kitchen. But what I am... is busy (as we all are). So convenience is key when preparing the daily meals. Join me as I discover the beautiful versatility of cooking & baking with a Dutch Oven.

May 03, 2022

The best buy-for-life pepper grinders, reviewed.

So - you’ve decided it’s time to invest in a really good pepper grinder. Since pre-ground pepper isn’t your thing, you’re obviously someone who cares about food. And as all foodies know, having the right tool for the job really can make a difference to your cooking.

March 08, 2022

Cast iron pans: 10 common myths

Cast iron isn’t a dark art. Not only is seasoning and maintenance very straightforward, these pans are tough as nails, and it's hard to ruin them. We wanted to address some of the common misconceptions surrounding cast iron, so that you can do more cooking and less googling.

January 27, 2022

Crushing it with iron

If you’d like to work out some frustration on an unsuspecting peppercorn through the medium of cast iron, we'll take you through some options.

October 23, 2020

Six reasons why our customers love Solidteknics

Each of our fantastic range of Solidteknics AUS-ION™ pans is the epitome of a Buy Me Once product. Every aspect of the design, materials and construction has been carefully considered, combining performance and strength to make it one of the best frying pans on the market.

August 03, 2020

How to season your new cast iron skillet

Follow this guide for straightforward advice on how to season, wash and use your cast iron pan. You’ll be passing down the knowledge - and the pan! - to future generations.

June 30, 2020

How to maintain a razor-sharp knife

In this guide we cover different kinds of sharpening tools, as well as top tips for keeping your knives in great condition for longer - so that your blades can last for life.

June 09, 2020

TOG knives: Japanese craftsmanship, British design

This small British company takes ancient Japanese craftsmanship traditions, and uses them to make beautiful knives for the modern kitchen. Prepare to get a bit nerdy with us as we delve into exactly what makes these knives so special, from the unique materials and designs, to the amazing story behind them.

May 28, 2020