Cookware
Cookware advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Cookware
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Lakeland's Only Pan is a dead ringer for the Always Pan for lessIt's available in grey, beige and an on-trend green
By Molly Cleary
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I've never seen this space-saving Joseph Joseph pan at a better price than in the John Lewis sale – it's perfect for small kitchensI can finally fit pots and pans in my small cupboards
By Holly Cockburn
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This online marketplace has been my hidden gem for buying high-quality pans for years now – I'm ready to share the secretIf you're looking for pans that will go the distance
By Molly Cleary
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Are non-stick frying pans safe? Experts explain everything you need to know to stay safe when using non-stick cookwareWith ‘forever chemicals’ coming under scrutiny, are your non-stick pots and pans safe? We’ve asked the experts
By Sasha Muller
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Ditch your pan collection for this all-in-one pan that can do it all — as approved by Jamie OliverTight on kitchen cupboard space? This all-in-one pan can stew, roast, fry, poach and bake — it's ideal for families and batch-cooking
By Annie Collyer
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I've been testing this stainless steel cookware set from GreenPanPFAS-free and safe to use with metal utensils? I'm sold!
By Annie Collyer
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HexClad's knife range is a thing to behold – here's whyWhilst HexClad is best known for its chef-favourite pans, don't overlook the brand's knives if you're looking to upgrade your kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi's £20 cast iron casserole dish is back - after owning one for 5 years, it's the specialbuy I'd recommend over all othersI picked up a three-piece cast iron set from Aldi over five years ago, and I still use it weekly
By Rebecca Knight
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Le Creuset is selling all of your viral faves (including the fruit pots) at a pop-upFor one month only, you can shop Le Creuset limited edition fan favourites in the brand's Covent Garden pop-up
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi is selling a £15 alternative for Gordon Ramsay's favourite £100 HexClad pans - they're also metal utensil safeIf you want that stainless steel chef's look without the price-tag, these Aldi alternatives might do the job
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja StaySharp vs Joseph Joseph Elevate - which knife set is best?Both of these knife sets have built-in sharpeners. But which should you buy?
By Molly Cleary
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I wish I'd known these tips on buying a Japanese knife before my trip to Tokyo – here's how you can buy the best for you from homeThis is what you need to know to shop for the ultimate Japanese knife for your kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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I've found it: this is THE ultimate saucepan set for families with minimal kitchen cupboard spaceThis set can do it all
By Annie Collyer
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How much do you need to spend to get good kitchen knives? I asked 2 professional chefs and they unanimously agreedYou don't need to spend more to get the best. It's all in the maintenance
By Molly Cleary
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I've been using IKEA's 7-piece stainless steel cookware set for three weeks - it's completely upgraded my cookware gameFor under £100, IKEA's 7-Piece Cookware set is a bargain. But is it worth investing in? I tested it to find out
By Katie Sims
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Want to cook like Jamie Oliver? Here's the top-rated pan from his collectionJamie's collaboration with Tefal has led to this casserole dish getting the best user reviews I've ever seen
By Molly Cleary
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I’ve found a stunning £40 buy that rivals Le Creuset at Wilko - this casserole dish is a dead ringer for one of the most summery colourwaysYou just can't beat finding a great Le Creuset alternative
By Kezia Reynolds
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This beautiful mixing bowl is the unexpected star of so many kitchens – including Mary Berry's and the Bake Off tentThis earthenware bowl proves that you don't have to spend a huge amount for a classic kitchen addition
By Molly Cleary
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I asked a MasterChef winner how to pick the right frying pan for a kitchen - this was his adviceChefs and cookware experts share the three things you need to consider
By Molly Cleary
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Everything you need to know about HexClad cookwareGordon Ramsay swears by this brand for his at-home cookware, but what makes it so special?
By Molly Cleary
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Le Creuset's new shade is an ode to its OG best-selling colourFlamme Dorée is the brand's new limited edition colourway
By Molly Cleary
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Stellar Eclipse Chef's Pan reviewI tried the brand's bestselling pan
By Frances Daniels
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I wasted so much money on baking trays until I found this oneHere's how you can shop for a better oven dish too
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean a non-stick frying pan – the tricks for removing burnt-on food and greasy residueKeep your non-stick pans in top condition without relying on the dishwasher
By Amy Hodge
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I wish I'd known about these 4 things before I bought my Le Creuset – here's how you can learn from my mistakesHere's how to make sure your Le Creuset will still be your most-used pan in a decade
By Molly Cleary
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Le Creuset's newest collection isn't made for the kitchen but still features the brand's iconic sell-out colourwaysIs this the most stylish way to take your lunch to work?
By Molly Cleary
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Can you put Le Creuset in the dishwasher? Experts share key facts that will help prolong the life of your cookwareKey do's and don'ts when it comes to washing your Le Creuset pieces
By Katie Sims


