James This is a question that comes up quite often, especially when people are considering purchasing cookware. The answer depends on what you intend to use the cookware for and your personal preference. Hard Anodized Brief Overview The hard anodized is the most popular and widely used type of cookware. It’s made from aluminum that has … Read more
Seasoning a wok in the oven is the best method because the oven will contain the toxic fumes generated from the oils reaching their smoking point, in this guide we will teach you exactly how to season a wok in the oven perfectly everytime. Why Season a Wok Seasoning a wok is a technique that … Read more
My grandmother had only two pans she used for most of her life, heavy cast iron and stainless steel. Each had a specific set of tasks it was meant for, and she took great care of them. However, once she hit her 80s, she switched to non-stick. As a child, I thought nothing about it. … Read more
You know you are a proper grownup when you get around to buying woks, tajines, smokers, and all other specialized cooking equipment. Now, a wok is an awesome multitasker, but they are one of the most misused cooking vessels in our kitchens. Not to mention that the contemporary stovetops are not able to accommodate a … Read more
When Godzilla and King Kong clash, who do you root for? Ell, as long as you don’t have to be caught in the middle of that melee, of course, you would just sit back and enjoy to show. No need to pick a side, right? But, what happens when you pit two very popular cookware … Read more
Sometimes, doing these showdowns is very easy. When an average home-use cookware brand has to compete with pots and pans that are meant for use in commercial kitchens, it’s easy to see who will come out on top. It’s no secret that Calphalon is one of my favorite cookware brands, and it takes a lot … Read more
I remember getting excited about the Ninja blender when it first came out. I mean, it had that second tier of blades – a brilliant idea, surely it was going to pulverize even kale and celery into nothingness. I still think it’s a spark of genius and wonder why there are not more blenders with … Read more
When New Yorkers think of Macy’s, they think of a traffic-blocking parade. When everyone else thinks of this classic American retailer, they think of quality. And the traffic-blocking parade. When Macy’s released their Belgique cookware line, customers were delighted by well-made and good-looking pots and pans. Years passed and some changes came along, so did … Read more
When you think about it, there hasn’t been that much innovation when it comes to the cookware we use. Sure, we’ve seen new materials and design concepts in the past century or so, but the pans were and they are still round. Is there a reason for it? Come to think of it, a 9-inch … Read more
Does everyone remember that awkward moment a few years ago when some people online thought that Jay-Z was cheating on Beyonce with Rachael Ray? I’m just putting this first to remind the fans of this celebrity cook that things could be a lot worse, so please don’t start World War 3. All joking aside, it’s … Read more
