This is why you’ll often find brunch spots serving their big breakfasts in a cast iron skillet. Yes, it isn’t simply for the aesthetics, even though that does play a part.

No matter which piece of cookware you initially lean toward, it’s important to look at a few key factors before you purchase your skillet or sauté pan.

Interactive Presentation: The sizzle and steam emanating from the hot plate or platter create an interactive and sensory dining experience, engaging diners and adding an element of excitement to the meal presentation.

    When repairing enamel cookware, it's important to address the problem promptly to prevent further damage.  A common way to repair enamel cookware is to use food-safe epoxy or an enamel repair kit.  These kits often include a special adhesive that can be used to fill in chipped areas and restore the Enamel cookware's smooth surface.  

Bacon Press: A cast iron bacon press is a heavy, flat weight with a handle, designed to be placed on top of bacon strips or other meats as they cook. It helps to prevent curling and ensures even cooking by applying consistent pressure to the meat.

How to Clean a Cast Iron Skillet

Benefits of Cast Iron Dutch Ovens:

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No, most professional chefs do not use non-stick cookware, especially non-stick fry pans. Before knowing why, let’s understand what non-stick cookware is. Non-stick cookware refers to utensils with surfaces from which the food simply slides off.

Typically, a layer of Teflon makes up the non-stick surface of a non-stick fry pan.

Restaurants don’t have non-stick pans as they do not match the basic demands of a busy kitchen. For a chef who has to send a dish out every two minutes, non-stick cookware is not a viable option as it wouldn’t last longer than a week.