Shows like My Kitchen Rules and Masterchef have got all of us – including myself – a bit hooked on the idea of getting more creative in the kitchen. But plating a dish worthy of a top score is never going to happen if you’ve not got the proper tools to work with.
(Brought to you by Nuffnang and Lorraine Lea.)
In today’s post, I’m showing you some fab new kitchen essentials from my friends at Lorraine Lea, and they’re going to transform the way you cook this winter and beyond. And yes – Lorraine Lea does cookware (they’re about so much more than fabulous bedding!).
What’s so amazing about the pieces you see in this post is that they perfectly blend form and function; they not only look great (so you don’t have to hide them away) but they perform wonderfully too. I always say that any piece you need to use regularly should feature a combination of form and function – and these really do!
Let’s take a closer look at what makes these new pieces so good.
Ceramic Cookware: Why it’s Better than Teflon
Teflon was a bit of a cooking buzzword in years gone by and it’s safe to say that we all got swooped up in the hype. The problem with Teflon, though, is that using it under high heat conditions can cause the coating to crack and release toxic fumes.
What makes this ceramic cookware so special is that it’s made from raw clay and water. This means that it won’t crack, it’s completely non-stick and you won’t need to use as much oil when you’re cooking. So not only is it safer, but it’s healthier too (and coming into winter I can use all the extra healthy-eating help I can get!).
The other great thing about Lorraine Lea’s ceramic cookware is that it cooks your food far more evenly than other pans and is a much better hear conductor. When it comes to cleaning, that’s pretty easy, too; just let the piece cool down and clean with warm soapy water and a sponge (no need to crack out the scourer here!).
The 9-piece ceramic coated cookware set you see in this post (that you can win below) from Lorraine Lea comes with a 12-month warranty against manufacturing fault, which gives you added peace of mind when purchasing!
To find out more about this new ceramic cookware range, click here.
Schmidt Bros Knives; Designed for Lorraine Lea
When Crocodile Dundee said, “that’s not a knife”, clearly he hadn’t discovered these bad boys from Schmidt Bros. The popular German brand has partnered with Lorraine Lea to release a range of top-end knives that are not only rust-resistant, but stain resistant too.
What makes these German steel knives so superior is that they’re made from higher quality materials and feature a full tang.
What is a full tang? Well, a full tang means that the metal of the blade runs all the way to the tip, through the handle and right to the end of the knife. Having a single piece of steel like this prevents the knife from breaking at the tip, ensuring its longevity and durability.
From a design perspective, I love the grain you can see in the rare ash wood handles. They not only look on-trend but they feature a soft grip too, making them super-easy to handle. Because the knives look so sleek, you can display them on your bench top, so they’re within easy reach but look good when not in use.
The knives also feature the patented Schmidt Brothers Curve for superior quality and safety, meaning you can rock some of them back and forth on your chopping board to finely dice herbs and veggies.
To see all the knives available from Lorraine Lea, click here.
If you’d like to stay in the loop when it comes to cooking, decorating and keeping your home super-stylin’, click here to jump onto the Lorraine Lea blog and get inspired.
And if you’re keen to secure some of these divine pieces from Lorraine Lea for your own home, see the competition below for details on how you can win!
Win a 9-Piece Ceramic Cookware Set
To go in the draw to win the 9-piece ceramic cookware set you see above, valued at $499, simply:
Drop a comment below telling me what you love about this Lorraine Lea set and why?
** Please note, this competition has closed. The winner was Bridgette Clark **
Open to Australian residents only. Full T&C’s for this competition can be found here.
I love that with this set I won’t have cooking disasters like I did last night, thanks to a ‘non-stick’ pan that is no longer ‘non-stick’. I didn’t realise something could be burnt and raw at the same time…
I love the form, and the appeal of practical (stove & oven!) but non-toxic cooking equipment is so compelling!
This set has a timeless look, It also seems to be the most useful size/shapes to use for multiple types of cooking! I also love that minimal oil is required to cook in them .
I love reading tlcinteriors, you always seem to expand my horizons! This cookware looks like an amazing alternative; no matter how much we have previously spent on other nonstick pieces, we always find that they deteriorate and need regular replacing. I would love to use the ceramic cookware, please! 🙂
I love this set! It’s completely non stick and the no need for much oil sold it to me!
I would love this set as the only set I own is a homemakers set from Kmart from when I first moved out of home.
I like the non toxic coating, the high sides on the pan will be useful for cooking risotto and they look sturdy enough for a lifetime of wear and tear.
After reading the story on the cookware i am completly hooked. The cookware set would allow me to be able to do so much in the kitchen. From first course to dessert plus much more. The cookware would look very nice in my kitchen as well.
I did a course earlier in the year trying to reduce unnecessary toxins in everything from food, to personal care and homewares. After moving home this week and ditching the Teflon pans, I’m definitely keen to go ceramic. Only … Will they work on the induction cooktops? And bonus, buy once, buy well. Happy to invest when it lasts!
I was wonder the same thing!
You’re in luck Suzanne, they work on all cooktops and can even be used in the oven!
I love mine Cassie, best thing since sliced bread I tell everyone lol I can’t enter as I’m a stylist and I’m not disappointed I’m just very happy someone will be able to win a set of these amazing cookware….they’ll fall in love like I have….xx
Yes they do honey 🙂
I love that Ceramic cookware set because it looks slick enough for steak, shiny enough for desserts and solid enough for self defense! ;o)
Haha! Good one!