A COOK'S KIT

ESSENTIALS FOR A WELL-EQUIPPED KITCHEN

Heat Up Staub

Cast iron distributes heat evenly and holds it for a long time, while Staub's tight-fitting Cocotte lid makes sure all evaporating moisture is dripped back on the food, resulting in juicy meat and tender vegetables, £259. zwilling.com

Knives Out Stellar

Stellar has just launched Poise, its most precision-led range of knives to date. The Santoku Knife has a scalloped blade that creates air pockets allowing it to glide through meat, fish and vegetables for clean, precision cutting, £35. stellar.co.uk

In The Bag Zwilling

Sous-vide cooking doesn't have to be complicated. The compact and handy ZwillingEnfinigy sous-vide stick not only takes control of the water temperature and cooking time, but is also easy to use, £129. zwilling.com

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Zest For Life Microplane

The Microplane Premium Classic Zester is a cult classic and the latest limited series of handles includes this stylish Ombre design. Why not match your zester to your outfit? £24.95. hartsofstur.com

On Tap Plank

Armstrong is a dynamic, compact tap design for the modern home. Shorter than other taps and designed to save space, it has an angular crane shaped neck and a contemporary silhouette, £139.95. plankhardware.com