Our Brands
Berndes Removable Handles Emile Henry Flame Gastrolux Mauviel M'Cook (was Cook'Style) Mauviel M'Heritage (was Cuprinox) Paderno Paderno Grand Gourmet PEJ SKK Induction SKK Premium Plus Staub Swiss DiamondWhich Brand Should I Buy?
Why Berndes Removable Handles?
Berndes are a world leader in cast aluminium cookware.
Their cookware ranges have grown remarkably in the UK market in recent years with a reputation for not only quality but really good prices for that quality.
We think that less has been spent on marketing than other brands - one reason why the prices are lower than comparable pan ranges.
The Removable Handles range is a Berndes best seller, primarily because it is so practical and flexible. A great design idea.
- Suitable for gas electric, radiant and ceramic hobs
- Removable handles so can use the pans in the oven as well
- Very popular with Aga and other range cooking customers
- Dishwasher proof
- Cast aluminium non stick
10 year guarantee
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Why Emile Henry Flame?
Emile Henry is a family run international company dating back to 1850. It still manufactures in France, in Marcigny in Burgundy, employing 200 craftsmen. Marcigny is a small town nestling between the hills of Southern Burgundy and has been home to Emile Henry for the past 150 years. Faithful to its origins, the entire production is carried out here. It now exports to more than 50 countrie, producing over 6 million pieces per year
The Emile Henry Flame range is a brand new innovation combining classic French style ceramic kitchenware and high tech innovation. It is the first ceramic casserole that can be used in direct contact with a flame. I think it is a fantastic, versatile range.
Emile Henry Flame® has a unique ceramic which can be used in the oven, microwave, dishwasher or freezer. It is amazingly strong, highly resistant to thermal shocks (-20°C -> +250°C) and mechanical shocks (ie chip resistant). The hard glaze makes it possible to any metallic utensil inside or to cut directly on the inside with a knife without scratching.This is on top of the traditional benefits of ceramic cookware, which diffuses heat slowly and evenly.
All dishes in the range can be used on stove tops, in the oven and microwave, and can also be easily cleaned in the dishwasher.
Emile Henry is certified according to the international standard ISO 9001.
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Why Gastrolux?
Gastrolux are at present leading the European market in the development of fat free healthy cooking technology
It is one of the best selling ranges in Denmark and also sold in 8 other European countries... and now available in the UK
The Healthy Frying Pan!
Rather than use a traditional non stick material which includes the compound PTFE (used in Teflon for example), Gastrolux use a patented extra strong titanium/ ceramic surface called Biotan. The water forms pearls of liquid on the pan surface like water drops on a plant leaf.
This avoids the potentially carcinogenic fumes that some believe PTFE can give off at high temperatures.
2 year domestic warranty and 1 year commercial warranty
Lifetime warranty against distortion
Its healthy, fat free cooking claims are confirmed by being backed by:
- Danish Heart Foundation
- Danish Diabetic Association
- Danish Technological Institute, Food Safety Approved
Titanium, aluminium compound base, making it very strong, but also lighter than pure aluminium base pans.
Quality Track Record
Gastrolux have a proved quality track record as well, being used by:
- The Hilton Group
- P&O Cruise Ships
- The National Trust
Why Mauviel M'Cook (was Cook'Style)?
Mauviel M'Cook (formerly Cook'Style) is a 7 ply stainless steel cookware range from the famous Mauviel factory in Normandy, France.
- Layer One - 18/10 stainless steel for cooking on - easy to clean
- Layer Two, Three and Four - Aluminium for good and even heat conduction
- Layer Five - 18/10 stainless steel
- Layer Six - Magnetic stainless steel for induction hobs
- Layer Seven - 18/10 stainless steel exterior with a polished finish
The M'Cook is both contemporary in design and strong and practical in construction, with a continuous non-drip rim on all the range.
Whilst not as famous as the Mauviel M'Heritage (Cuprinox) pans, M'Cook is nevertheless a good quality pan with the 7 ply being an EXCELLENT invention.
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Why Mauviel M'Heritage (was Cuprinox)?
Mauviel M'Heritage (formerly known as Cuprinox) is a premium brand from the world renown Mauviel French family business still based in Normandy France.
Established in 1830, Mauviel has over 170 years of experience in producing the finest kitchen ware for the best chefs and most prestigious hotels in the world. They also supply such famous cook schools as the Ferrandi and Mederic schools in Paris.
Mauviel M'Heritage is the best known brand on the UK market today for copper cookware. It has of exceptional quality
- 25 year guarantee
- 18/10 stainless steel interior
- Extra thick 2.5mm gauge copper
A favourite of aspiring amateur cooks and professional chefs alike. You won't go wrong with this one.
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Why Paderno?
Paderno have been making some of the worlds finest cookware since 1925, with a range that's now specified by many of the worlds leading chefs. But what makes them so popular?
Quality
Each pan is made using a stainless steel sandwich base with a thick aluminium sheet for better heat conductivity and is finished with a stainless steel base sheet for stability. Handles are watertight and heat resistant and are specially welded for extra strength. Unusually for pans of this type most pans are suitable for conventional and induction cooking.
Choice
With over 40 items in our range there is so much choice available.
Value for Money
Paderno without doubt gives you outstanding value for money compared with other leading brands. No other make gives you such choice, quality and value in one range.
Why Paderno Grand Gourmet?
The Italian company Paderno have been making some of the world's finest cookware since 1925 - The Grand Gourmet range is specified by many of the worlds leading chefs. It is Europe's most popular range of stainless steel cookware.
But what makes them so popular?
Quality
Each pan is made using a stainless steel sandwich base with a thick aluminium sheet for better heat conductivity and is finished with a stainless steel base sheet for stability. Handles are watertight and heat resistant and are specially welded for extra strength. Unusually for pans of this type most pans are suitable for conventional and induction cooking.
Value for Money
Paderno without doubt gives you outstanding value for money compared with other leading brands. There is a huge choice of sizes too. We only stock the best sellers on our site. Please call if you want to know whether larger or smaller sizes are available.
"Real value for money - outstanding quality for the price" Nigel Haworth, Northcote Manor Hotel
"Solid, reliable and outstanding value for money" Glynn Windross, Head Chef, Marriott Forest of Arden Hotel
Why is Paderno not well known in the UK?
Paderno have primarily been geared up to the professional kitchen market - as Staub and other leading brands have been before them. But unlike Staub, the manufacturers have not yet promoted their product to the discerning general public! So the magazine cover, the promotional material etc etc is just not there. The professional kitchens in the UK know Paderno well. Its time that us aspiring amateur cooks got wind of this well kept secret as well!
1 year warranty
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Why PEJ?
P.E.J is an innovative design company creating and developing a sophisticated range of home ware and kitchen accessories. With Danish design and heritage P.E.J is part of a strong tradition of designer talent, creativity and ambition to provide you with the very best.
We love their stylish solutions as typified by their Kitchen Roll Holders, and their design flair; who would have thought the humble rolling pin could be redesigned as a thing of beauty?
P.E.J. have pulled it off with a beautiful piece of tapered beechwood, which actually makes for greater ease of use than a traditional shape.
Currently the majority of the P.E.J. range we stock has been designed by Marcus Vagnby who belongs to the new generation of Danish designers. Marcus is still studying design, yet his work with P.E.J. is testament to his prodigious talent.
Why SKK Induction?
The SKK Induction Range is a high performance pan range, with a metallic magnetic layer to make it suitable for use on Induction Hobs
It has a slightly different composition from the new SKK Premium Plus range, being based on the SKK Premium Titanium range that went before the Premium Plus. Not quite so high spec a pan as the SKK (for example, the non stick so not quite so durable), but it is still a very good pan range. It still has the 5 year guarantee and the ceramic base layer, plus the primer layer to ensure that the non stick layer will still to the pan.
- extremely scratch resistant, hard-wearing non stick coating
- superb frying qualities, food will not stick
- healthy low fat cooking
- trouble free cleaning, inside and outside
- extremely strong min 8 mm aluminium base
- no bowing on pan bases at high temperatures
- rapid and even heat distribution, right up to rim
- suitable for gas, electric, glass ceramics and traditional solid plate range hob and ovens
- high grade Bakelite removable handles
- handles and knobs are suitable oven use to 260°C
This is what SKK say about themselves:
The SKK's philosophy is "... to offer a high quality product to the customer which will provide them the proper tools for many years of cooking pleasure and satisfaction."
Years of experience, the use of the best materials and tradition manufacturing methods, many tests and strong controls guarantee the highest level of quality. That makes sure that the SKK products fulfil the high standards of quality in regard to materials and workmanship which have been part of the SKK tradition since 1985. The SKK cookware can be recognised by the quality seal in the thermocore bases - a guarantee for German handmade products. All used materials have the specifications for food, conform to recommendations of the Federal Food and Drug Authorities (FDA) and Bundesgesundheitsamt (BGA). The products are equipped with the symbols "by TÜV and GS" for checked German safety standards.
Why SKK Premium Plus?
SKK Premium Plus is the very latest excellent range from the German manufacturers, SKK, famous for the quality of its non stick surface. SKK has rocketed in popularity since Delia Smith used them in her popular TV series.
We are all too familiar with traditional non-stick surfaces which crack and peel after a few months. SKK's non stick surface is guaranteed for 5 years. They have 4 layers of non stick, beneath which is 100% ceramic base to ensure durability and scratch resistance. According to The Independent Newspaper, it is:
"Best ever range of non-stick pans"
The Premium base is hand moulded from heavy gauge aluminium - hand moulding increases the heat conductivity properties of pans.
The SKK Premium Plus has an even thicker non-stick coating than its predecessor and new anit-corrosion and primer layers to protect the body of the pan.
Guarantees
5 year guarantee on the non-stick coating
Life time guarantee on the body (excludes commercial use)
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Why Staub?
The Staub family business was launched as a cookware store in Alsace, France in 1974 by the charismatic Francis Staub. Now over thirty years later, the company stands as the undisputed leader of culinary cast iron in France and Europe, and its products are sold in over 50 countries worldwide.
Used by some of the most celebrated chefs in the world including Paul Bocuse, Thomas Keller, Jean Joho and Joel Robuchon, the Staub cookware combines the traditional cast iron material, with the modern technology. Its technically advanced design actually helps to enhance the flavours of the dish.
Staub cookware is completely unique:
- black mat enamel coating makes it indestructible and highly chip resistant and keeps it from discolouring
- cast iron cookware retains the heat beautifully, keeping the dish warm long after the cooking process
- retains heat and distributes it evenly, making the food more consistent in texture and taste.
- special ceramic bottom makes it suitable for all types of cooking surfaces
- attractive appearance make it possible for the dish to go straight from the stove to the table.
Staub products undergo some of the most rigorous tests possible in order to guarantee their long-lasting performance.
Each product is unique in terms of close detail and appearance. Slight imperfections may therefore appear.
These imperfections are not in any way flaws, but simply reflect the qualities of enamel craftsmanship, combining handmade artistry with modern, sturdy production. The flavour of your food will not be affected.
Lifetime warranty
Why Swiss Diamond?
Swiss Diamond produce pots and pans made with real diamonds! Swiss Diamond have harnessed their unique physical properties to come up with a new non-stick coating, which even scooped a Gold medal at the Geneva Inventors Fair.
Lifetime warranty
The secret behind the brilliance of Swiss Diamond is the unique physical properties of diamonds that provide the non-stick cooking surface with dazzling benefits not found in any other cookware. Not only are diamonds the hardest natural substance but they also possess the highest thermal conductivity, four times that of copper. Numerous other special properties have seen diamond used in industrial, medical and scientific applications. Now Swiss Diamond have found a way to take advantage of this impressive material in non-stick coating.
The non-stick surface is far more cut, chip and abrasion resistant than anything else out there. The secret is combining industrial diamond crystals with a non-stick composite to create a virtually indestructible cooking surface.
This composite gets fused to the pan, rather then layered on, as with most other non-stick surfaces. Swiss Diamond invented this technology and is the only one in existence who uses it.
But it is not just the non-stick coating which makes these pans so special.
- The reinforced pan edges offer a high level of shock resistance.
- The comfortable stay-cool handles are engineered for good balance, have finger and thumb grips and are heat resistant in the oven up to 450°F.
- Cast brass threaded inserts ensure the handles are firmly attached.
- The interior pan colour is a steel grey rather than the more traditional black, which allows better visibility of what's going on in the pan such as when caramelising pan juices.
Swiss Diamond non stick has no harmful compounds. Swiss Diamond has a nano-composite extra thick layer of traditional PTFE non-stick (as used by Teflon) AND diamond crystals which they claim is 25% better than titanium at giving a lifetime of smooth non-stick surface. The quantity of PTFE used is small compared to other non stick pans and Swiss Diamond confirm that the harmful PFOA component in the PTFE is NOT present in the pans. This has been confirmed by the Danish Technology Institute.
Please contact us if you need to know more.
