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Everyday frypans, sauce pans and stockpots remain a necessity for any kitchen. However, if you are at the stage of your cooking education where you want to branch out a little, more specialised pieces of cookware are required. Some of the many options available include chef’s pans, egg poachers, fondue sets and terrines.

Pasta is one of the world’s most common dishes. Whilst a fundamental saucepan can be used when cooking Italy’s signature dish, a pasta pot and insert is just so much easier. Tall and durable, pasta pots from Scanpan, Esteele, Jamie Oliver or any other leading manufacturer also double as a sturdy stock pot. If you are feeling adventurous, risotto might even end up on your family’s weekly menu.

The French are famous for their cuisine, so it’ll come as no surprise that they have a few pieces of cookware that are equally well known. Crepe pans, French ovens and terrines will give your repertoire a decidedly Continental edge. The last item is used for making pâté, that delicately rich dish that says elegant hors d’oeuvre like no other. Le Creuset and Le Chasseur make extraordinarily high quality cast iron French ovens and terrines. The best crepe pans are traditionally made by Scanpan and Jamie Oliver. We also have the French to thank for saute pans. The most sought after saute pans are made by Scanpan, Woll, Swiss Diamond and Circulon. For those who want a decidedly greener option, GreenPan manufactures their saute pans in a more environmentally responsible fashion.

Woks are amongst the most used pieces of cookware in the kitchen. Although commonly used for stir-frys, woks are also used to steam, braise and make soup.  A good quality wok that heats well is required when cooking such dishes. That’s where traditional cookware giants Scanpan, Anolon, Circulon and Calphalon excel.

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