CHEFS Catalog

With cookware, you want to buy the best you can afford because it’s not simply a purchase but an investment. Your treasured set of pots and pans enables you to prepare delicious meals for many years to come.  You also need to think about what pieces you really need. If you cook a lot, you may find it to be an economical decision to buy a cookware set instead of buying each piece individually to complete your pots and pans set . The best cookware sets are versatile and durable without compromising on style. Another factor to consider is what types of materials do you want your pots and pans to be made of? There are a lot of options out there to choose from, including aluminum, cast iron, copper, stainless steel, or a combination of different metals. Let’s take a look at a few options to help make your decision a little less overwhelming.  What Kind of Stove & Oven Do You Have? Okay, we’re not diving into the materials cookware sets are made of just yet , but it’

Since moms make us meals as a way to show love, it makes sense for you to return the favor on Mother’s Day this year. Use the day—May 12—as a chance to channel your inner Julia Child and prepare your mom a really delicious meal from the heart. She works hard, and her job as a mom can be thankless sometimes. A special lady deserves a special day, so get to cooking with the following ideas.  Make Her Breakfast The quintessential Mother’s Day breakfast or brunch usually includes eggs benedict of some sort. If you really want to impress your mom with a perfectly poached egg atop an English muffin that’s then bathed in buttery hollandaise sauce, you’ll have to look for a friendly recipe unless you’re already an “eggs benny” pro. You can find tips online for how to easily poach eggs in a simmering water bath as well as foolproof hollandaise sauce recipes. For an added touch, or if you think she’d prefer something sweet instead, you could bake her some delicious lemon bl

This Mother’s Day, give your favorite home cook a special gift she’s had her heart set on, but might be too shy to ask for. Or maybe she doesn’t even know she needs what you’re about to give her. If the mom you are buying for loves cooking, you want to get her something practical and that she’ll use often, but also an item that looks classy on the counter and is a natural conversation piece when she’s entertaining.To celebrate the mom in your life, here are some unique ideas that are sure to make her feel special on May 12. Copper Cookware Copper pots and pans are attractive with a distinct shiny look, which is why people proudly display them on open hanging racks in their kitchens. Not only do many copper cookware pieces look great in the kitchen, but they also make a statement on the table. Other cookware sets just don’t have the same flair. Beyond beauty,copper is an excellent heat conductor. It’s very responsive to temperature changes, which is why many cooks us

Anyone who’s ever done any serious cooking, would like to do serious cooking, or has binge-watched cooking shows (and hopefully, been inspired by them), is aware of the importance of a chef’s knives. Chef knives are the chef’s toolbox, their primary food-preparation solutions for before and after every course of a meal is cooked. As such, for cooking enthusiasts and home chefs alike, a set of quality knives is indispensable.  With that in mind, here are the knives and supporting tools that every amateur chef needs in the kitchen. Chef’s Knife Dependable, high-quality knives can be relatively expensive. But,reliable, quality knives are absolutely a worthy expense. And, if you’re willing to make that investment, the chef’s knife should be the priority. As the name suggests, it’s the chef’s sidekick, go-to blade. The most versatile of the knives, the chef’s knife is used to slice, dice, cube, mince, and otherwise cut up meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, and anything el

Sometimes the only thing holding back an amateur chef from really digging into a culinary hobby is the right equipment. That doesn’t necessarily mean one needs to stock their home kitchen like they’re trying to run a restaurant. But, it is important to have the basics, such as a dependable cookware set, to help craft masterful dishes. That said, the lack of proper equipment can hobble a home chef’s embracing of the next level of cooking in a few ways. Not having the appropriate kitchen gear obviously limits what one can do in the kitchen, but having inappropriate or subpar kitchenware can actively discourage culinary aspirations. Conversely, upgrading this equipment can actively encourage a would-be chef to lean into some kitchen adventures. Here’s some kitchen equipment every home chef should consider to add to or upgrade in their kitchen. Copper Cookware A good copper cookware set is considered essential among many of the finest restaurants in the world. That