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Thermal shock occurs when a pan is exposed to sudden and extreme temperature changes. This can create stress in the material, sometimes leading to cracks or warping.

Wok hei is the smoky, unique flavor of stir-fried dishes. Discover how heat and technique create this magical layer of flavor.

Seasoning oil is a natural oil for seasoning cast iron and carbon steel pans. It is a healthy alternative to pans with synthetic non-stick coating.

Teflon pan is a pan with a non-stick coating made of the synthetic material PTFE.

Natural non-stick layer: forms when you season cast iron or steel pans, creating a strong, durable and PFAS-free surface.

Non-stick pan says it all: with a non-stick pan, you don't have to worry about your food sticking to the pan.

Enamel is a layer of glass applied to certain objects. The reason why enamels are applied varies. For example, it can protect the object or it is used as an insulation layer.

Patina is a thin layer that forms on the surface of certain materials after a while. Consider metal, wood or stone.

Marble coating pan, also called stone coating, is a non-stick pan with a coating that resembles natural stone.

Maillard reaction is also known as non-enzymatic browning. It is a collective term for a complex series of chemical reactions that occur under the influence of heat, between reducing sugars and amino acids (e.g. in proteins).

Aluminium is known to be a good conductor of heat. Perfect for pans, we hear you thinking. Aluminium pans come in two types, namely pans with raw aluminium and anodised aluminium.

Ceramic pan with non-stick coating: who doesn’t have one at home? This non-stick coating is made of a layer of ceramic and does not contain toxic substances such as PTFE and PFOA.