The Best Cookware Sets for Every Kitchen, Backed by Years of Rigorous Testing
At Bon Appétit, our newsroom and test kitchens are filled with people who hold remarkably strong opinions about cookware. Because our editors spend years curating and building their own ideal…
The Realities of Nonstick Cookware: Why Even the Best Pans Have an Expiration Date
The appeal of a nonstick pan has always been rooted in convenience. A well-designed skillet promises effortless cooking, crisp searing, easy food release, and a swift cleanup. Yet, in actual…
The Stainless Steel Renaissance: Why Professional and Home Cooks Are Returning to Classic Cookware
Stainless steel cookware is experiencing a cultural renaissance. This is not to say that the category of cookware ever truly disappeared from the market, but during the height of the…
The Truth About HexClad: Why Professional Cookware Testers Remain Skeptical of Trendy Hybrid Pans
Odds are you have encountered a HexClad pan before. Even before Gordon Ramsay’s substantial $100 million cash infusion through Studio Ramsay Global in 2024, the company had successfully saturated the…