Choose the Right Cookware to Make the Best Meal for Him

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. Among the many choices are pasta pots, pasta inserts, colanders, paella pans, crepe pans, woks, roasting racks – the list just goes on and on.

When sampling the world’s foods, the first port of call is often Italy. After all, noodles and spaghetti are pretty much a regular in our diet nowadays, and trying one’s hand at authentic Italian fare isn’t a huge stretch. Scanpan, Calphalon and Anolon are just a few brands that offer pasta pots and inserts. The beauty of a these cookware combos is that you essentially have a built in colander, so draining the pasta is very simple. And these pots can do double-duty when you decide to give risotto a go.

Some of the most delicious recipes come from the French. Crepes, tartines, croissants – the French have it all. To replicate these famous dishes effectively, specialty cookware is paramount. If crepes are preferred, a crepe pan from De Buyer, Scanpan or Jamie Oliver will have you making those light and fluffy treats in no time. If you prefer something more substantial, a French oven from Le Creuset or Le Chasseur will have you exploring a whole new region of fine food in no time.