Lots of people ask me about the pots and pans I find most useful – but the truth is I am constantly switching, so it’s hard to come up with just one answer!
There are a few old favourites though – and I think when you are shopping for high quality kitchen utensils, old is the word. And by this I don’t mean you resolve to only use your oldest, rusty pot for the rest of your life – I simply mean it is important to choose a brand that has stood the test of time.
Newer company’s may offer high tech solutions to cooking dilemas, but without a brand history there is no way to know if the product is going to last.
There is nothing worse than having to throw out a pan after just a year or two of use – and if it has deteriorated this quickly chances are the quality of the meals made with them have gone down at the same rate.
Most chefs look to the modern products of classic brands for the best results, and by doing this you can ensure that the company really know what they are doing. Take Prestige Pans for example, they have been around for 50 years but are still constantly evolving to keep up with the latest technology. Now most of their pans are non stick, but they are also very stylish.
And while you should look for value for money when buying pots and pans, it is best not to buy the cheapest option. Research the brand, ask friends for advice or even go to some demonstrations at cookery shows before deciding which ones to buy. Pots and pans affect your productivity in the kitchen on a day to day basis, so they are worthwhile investing in.
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