Professional Secrets Chef's Grilling Tweezers
These stainless steel tweezers are perfect for outdoor grilling, with long handles and sturdy, serrated pincers that can handle your meatiest steaks and chops. Yet the pointed tips are more precise than unwieldy spring-loaded tongs to reach between grill grates or even spear food when convenient. Whereas some kitchen tweezers will “scissor” when lifting foods, Professional Secrets designed this tool to be slightly wider than some so it won't bend or collapse during use; those with larger hands will find it very comfortable to use. NOTE: Canvas case shown is NOT included with the tweezers.
Professional Secrets Chef's Spatula
Made from one smooth piece of brushed stainless steel, this turning spatula has a thin edge and offset handle designed for sliding under and flipping foods. The slim, compact shape makes it especially nimble and easy to maneuver, but the handle feels sturdy in the hand. And while some spatulas bend too easily under pressure, this model is especially rigid, so it's ideal for pressing and smashing foods. As opposed to spatulas that bend under the slightest pressure and only apply force near the handle end, Professional Secrets' Chef's Spatula distributes pressure evenly along the length of the blade for hash browns, hamburgers or grilled sandwiches. Like any stainless steel utensil, it should only be used on durable surfaces; this one is designed especially for steel pans, with rounded outer edges that help prevent damage to your pan's seasoning or patina.
Professional Secrets Mise En Place Bowls with Tray
In restaurant kitchens, the mise en place is a chef's work station, where all of the ingredients are laid out before cooking; Professional Secrets' stainless steel set recreates this efficient setup at home. The four containers stack compactly for fridge storage, so you can prepare and store ingredients in advance. We like how the silicone lids not only provide an airtight seal but also create a nonslip surface for stacking. Along with the containers, the set includes a brushed stainless steel tray so you can keep ingredients together and transport them all at once—no more going back and forth or fumbling with bowls. And of course, they're great for storing leftovers!
Tojiro Japanese Double-Edged Shirogami Steel Nakiri - 165 mm
Traditionally used to cut vegetables, the Nakiri has a straight blade that makes full contact with surfaces for smooth, fluid cutting motions. The knife's thin construction creates clean cuts and won't tear or damage delicate foods. We also love the authentic magnolia wood handles, made in the Japanese wa style with resin collars; the rounded handles come to a subtle point on their undersides, nestling in the hand for a more secure grip, even when the knife is wet.
Remarkably sharp and lightweight, the Shirogami Nakiri is made from a very pure, high-carbon steel renowned for its ability to take a fine razor edge and maintain its sharpness—Tojiro's knife is an amazing bargain for such a high-grade steel. Over time, the blade will also change color as it develops a patina, a protective layer against rust. It is reactive to moisture and acid, so we recommend cleaning immediately after use, especially when chopping foods like tomatoes or onions.
de Buyer Choc Intense Round Frypans
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Dimensions: 8, 9.5, 11, or 12.5-inch diameters available
- Materials: Nonstick: Ultra-resistant and reinforced inner and outer black coating, guaranteed PFOA- and particles-free | Walls: 4-millimeter forged aluminum | Bottom: Induction-friendly AISI 430 ferritic stainless steel | Handle: Stainless steel
- Use: Suitable for all heat sources including induction. Oven-safe for 10 minutes at 445°F maximum. Do not use metal objects on cookware. Do not heat when empty or overheat. Avoid temperature shocks.
- Care: Hand-wash only, with a non-abrasive sponge.
- Place of Origin: France
de Buyer Choc Intense Crepe Pans
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Dimensions:
10.25 or 12 inches available - Materials: Nonstick: Ultra-resistant and reinforced inner and outer black coating, guaranteed PFOA- and particles-free | Walls: 4-millimeter forged aluminum | Bottom: Induction-friendly AISI 430 ferritic stainless steel | Handle: Stainless steel
- Use: Suitable for all heat sources including induction. Oven-safe for 10 minutes at 445°F maximum. Do not use metal objects on cookware. Do not heat when empty or overheat. Avoid temperature shocks.
- Care: Hand-wash only, with a non-abrasive sponge.
- Place of Origin: France
de Buyer 12-Inch Mineral B Paella Pan
While most Mineral B handles are epoxy-coated and not oven-safe, the handles on this 12-inch carbon-steel pan are made solely with oven-safe stainless steel for recipes that finish in the oven. It’s ideal for any braised dish, even roasts. We love the big surface area, which can handle a boatload of chicken parts or enough food for a party—it’s even great for paella! As opposed to one long handle, the ear-style handles are easier for carrying and fitting inside ovens and grills. Each Mineral B pan has an all-natural beeswax coating that protects against rust and provides a foundation for seasoning. Over time, your pan will transform from its original gray to mottled blues and oranges before developing a lustrous, fully blackened patina. As the seasoning builds, the surface also becomes smoother and more nonstick.
de Buyer 9-Inch Mineral B Omelet Pan
This carbon-steel pan from iconic French company de Buyer has rounded sides that are just the right shape for turning or rolling French-style omelets, then gently sliding them out of the pan when done. And it is by no means limited to omelets: The round sides that help with rolling an omelet are also nice for sautéing and flipping any food. Each Mineral B pan has an all-natural beeswax coating that protects against rust and provides a foundation for seasoning. Over time, your pan will transform from its original gray to mottled blues and oranges before developing a lustrous, fully blackened patina. As the seasoning builds, the surface also becomes smoother and more nonstick.
Before you use your de Buyer carbon-steel pan for the first time, clean it with very hot water and rub down the entire surface to remove excess beeswax. Heat oil in your carbon-steel dish on the stovetop—enough to cover the bottom—until it starts to smoke, then discard the oil and rub the cookware down with paper towels. Before the cookware develops a fully blackened patina, we recommend adding a little more oil or butter to start, and ensure the pan is fully preheated and evenly coated in fat before adding ingredients.
In case of stubborn, stuck-on bits of food, scrub the pan with kosher salt moistened with oil, which will simultaneously season the pan. We also recommend wiping a thin coat of neutral oil across the pan’s surface for storage (with use and time as the patina improves, this will become unnecessary).
- Net Weight: 2.9 pounds/3.2 pounds
- Dimensions: Diameter: 9 inches/11 inches, Depth: 1.5 inches
- Use: Compatible with all cooktops, including induction
- Care: Hand-wash only
- Place of Origin: France
de Buyer Bain Marie/Double Boiler
French company de Buyer's compact stainless steel bain marie is a double boiler with a convenient built-in water chamber for gently heating foods. Simply fill the water chamber through an opening in the handle, and when heated the bain marie applies gentle, indirect heat to foods. It's ideal for melting chocolate, heating sauces or making custard. We like its pressure valve and heat-resistant silicone handle, which make for safe and easy handling. Plus, de Buyer has measuring marks for the pot's internal volume (in quarts) and a clear window in the handle that allows you to keep an eye on the water level of your double boiler.
de Buyer Choc Intense Rounded Sauté Pans
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Dimensions: Medium:
9.5 inches with 2.75-inch wall, Large: 11 inches with 3-inch wall - Materials: Nonstick: Ultra-resistant and reinforced inner and outer black coating, guaranteed PFOA- and particles-free | Walls: 4-millimeter forged aluminum | Bottom: Induction-friendly AISI 430 ferritic stainless steel | Handle: Stainless steel
- Use: Suitable for all heat sources including induction. Oven-safe for 10 minutes at 445°F maximum. Do not use metal objects on cookware. Do not heat when empty or overheat. Avoid temperature shocks.
- Care: Hand-wash only, with a non-abrasive sponge.
- Place of Origin: France
de Buyer Copper Eggwhites bowl
This stunning bowl from French company de Buyer is as beautiful as it is functional, made of 100% solid copper. This style of half-round mixing bowl is the classic tool used by bakers to whip egg whites into stiff peaks to incorporate into desserts and beyond, as the shape adds extra air the the mixture and the copper keeps the peaks glossy and supple through its ability to promote a certain type of bond between the egg proteins. A side handle adds stability, while the open-rolled edge makes for easy cleaning.
de Buyer Mineral B Egg Pan
Unlike nonstick pans that need to be replaced every year or two as their coating wears off, carbon-steel pans are designed for the long haul and actually become more nonstick over time. This durable egg pan from French company de Buyer's Mineral B line is thicker than other brands and can be used in the oven as well as on the stove. This compact pan is the perfect size for everyday use, when you want the benefits of carbon steel but don't want to deal with cleaning a large pan; it's also great for toasting small amounts of spices or blooming spices in fat to make infused oils. And with each use, the pan develops more of a protective surface coating that has nonstick properties.
de Buyer Mineral B Oval Roasting Pan
Unlike nonstick pans that need to be replaced every year or two as their coating wears off, carbon-steel pans are designed for the long haul and actually become more nonstick over time. This durable roasting pan from French company de Buyer's Mineral B line is thicker than other brands and can be used in the oven as well as on the stove. We love its generous size (about 14 inches by 9.5 inches) and sturdy construction. The sleek stainless-steel handles are also more ergonomic than others we've come across and large enough to accommodate oven mitts—perfect for your next vegetable gratin or casserole. The dish is shallow to allow air contact for evenly roasting meats, but it will also catch juices and drippings better than a baking sheet. And with each use, the pan develops more of a protective surface coating that has nonstick properties. De Buyer even coats its pieces with a layer of beeswax to resist rust and provide a foundation for seasoning the pan. Before you use your de Buyer carbon-steel pan for the first time, clean it with very hot water and rub down the entire surface to remove excess beeswax. Heat oil in your carbon-steel dish on the stovetop—enough to cover the bottom—until it starts to smoke, then discard the oil and rub the cookware down with paper towels. The cookware's surface will go through a mottled stage before developing a perfectly smooth, fully blackened patina—in the meantime, we add a little more oil or butter to start and ensure the pan is fully preheated and evenly coated in fat before adding ingredients. In case of stubborn, stuck-on bits of food, scrub the pan with kosher salt moistened with oil, which will simultaneously season the pan. We also recommend wiping a thin coat of neutral oil across the pan’s surface for storage (with use and time as the patina improves, this will become unnecessary).
de Buyer Mineral B Steak Frypan
J. Catma Upcycled Kantha Apron — Black Color Way
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