Tools worth keeping. Built to outlast the recipe.
A short shelf of pieces we actually reach for in the test kitchen -- cast iron from Tennessee, knives forged in Seki, copper from a French foundry. No filler, no rebrands.
Eighteen pieces, grouped by what they do
From the skillet that sears the steak to the jars that hold your flour.
Cookware
Heritage Cast-Iron Skillet (12 in)
Pre-seasoned American cast iron that goes from stovetop to oven to table.
Copper-Core Saucepan Set
Three-piece copper-core saucepan set for precise, even heat from rice to risotto.
Copper Stovetop Tea Kettle
A 2.5-quart hammered copper kettle with a porcelain-lined interior and ergonomic handle.
Enameled Cast-Iron Dutch Oven (6 qt)
A 6-quart enameled Dutch oven that braises, bakes, and roasts with equal grace.
Cast-Iron Reversible Griddle
A double-burner cast-iron griddle with a flat side and a ridged grill side.
Cutlery
Hand-Forged Chef Knife 8 in
A balanced 8-inch chef knife in high-carbon Japanese steel with a walnut handle.
Prep
End-Grain Walnut Cutting Board
A self-healing 18 by 12 in end-grain walnut board that is gentle on knife edges.
Studio Ceramic Mixing Bowl Set
A nesting set of four hand-thrown ceramic bowls with non-slip silicone bases.
Precision Measuring Cups (Set of 6)
Stainless steel measuring cups in 6 graduations from 1/8 cup to 1 cup.
Olivewood Cooking Utensil Set
Five hand-carved Tunisian olivewood utensils that will not scratch your non-stick pans.
Pantry
Pantry Glass Storage Jars (Set of 12)
Twelve airtight glass canisters with bamboo lids and silicone gaskets for dry goods.
Crystal Wine Glass Set (Set of 6)
Six lead-free crystal wine glasses for any varietal -- balanced bowl, pulled stem.
Hand-Thrown Ceramic Teapot
A 32-oz hand-thrown ceramic teapot with a built-in infuser and dripless spout.
Spice Storage Jar Rack (12 Jars)
Twelve glass spice jars on a magnetic stainless rack that mounts under a cabinet.
Appliances
Counter Stand Mixer (5.5 qt)
A 500-watt 5.5-quart tilt-head stand mixer with whisk, paddle, and dough hook.
Pour-Over Coffee Kit
A complete pour-over kit -- ceramic dripper, glass carafe, gooseneck kettle base, and 100 filters.
Multi-Function Food Processor (14 cup)
A 14-cup food processor with reversible discs, dough blade, and pulse-precise motor.
Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine
A 15-bar espresso machine with PID temperature control and a 4-hole steam wand.
What you get when you buy from our kitchen store
Tested in our kitchen
Every piece is cooked on, sliced with, or stored in by our test team for at least six weeks before it earns a spot on the shelf.
Free shipping over $75
Order a skillet, a knife, or a copper kettle and the box arrives at your door at no extra cost anywhere in the continental US.
30-day returns
Cook on it, hold it, slice with it. If it does not earn its place in your kitchen within 30 days, send it back for a full refund.