Reviewing practical cookware for everyday use is a broad category. In fact, choosing the perfect cookware depends on what you intend to cook. Steel, cast iron, enamelled and non-stick models are all popular. It really is quite a choice! In our range you will find, for example, the ZWIEGER VIRTU pot set, which includes six different pieces. Why should you trust this brand? Zwieger pots are characterised by their excellent heat conductivity. They are also resistant to mechanical damage. Add to this the fact that these models have lids with vents, which allow you to control the degree of cooking and minimise evaporation. Add the fact that you will find a variety of different types of pots from Zwieger in our range!
Practical everyday pots - which materials are best?
One way to divide practical everyday pots is by the material they are made of. What is worth knowing about them?
1. stainless steel pots:
- are the most popular in modern kitchens,
- traditional pots, saucepans, milk pots, asparagus pots, steaming pots are made of this material,
- resistant to rusting, mechanical damage and dents,
- withstand high temperatures and food acids well,
- food does not stick to the bottom,
- are easy to clean,
- not suitable for people with allergies,
- slow to heat up,
- may carry a metallic taste when stored for long periods of time.
2. aluminium cookware:
- conduct heat well and distribute it quickly,
- resistant to damage,
- relatively lightweight,
- can withstand detergents well,
- can be coated with non-stick or other coatings,
- are inexpensive,
- acidic products can release chemicals,
- they retain heat for a short time.
3. cast iron pots:
- are resistant to damage and scratching,
- resistant to high temperatures,
- distributes heat well,
- keeps food warm for a long time,
- are suitable for use in the oven and for frying without fat,
- are heavy,
- take a long time to heat up,
- require appropriate care,
- do not have non-stick properties,
- are more expensive.
4. glass pots:
- have antibacterial and anti-allergenic properties,
- do not absorb dyes, odours or fats,
- resistant to chemical reactions,
- resistant to high and low temperatures,
- suitable for use in the oven and microwave,
- are less resistant to breakage and scratching,
- are heavy,
- do not keep food warm for very long.
5. copper cookware:
- conduct heat brilliantly and heat up evenly,
- holds the temperature of food for a long time,
- resistant to mechanical damage,
- quite heavy,
- expensive,
- if not coated in steel or tin, require appropriate care.
6. earthenware pots:
- are designed for cooking without fat,
- resistant to high temperatures, but cannot withstand sudden changes in temperature,
- suitable for gas cookers and ovens,
- are natural, harmless to health,
- are relatively heavy,
- absorb odours and dyes,
- require appropriate care,
- are prone to cracking and chipping.
Which everyday pots do we recommend?
In our range you will find many practical everyday pots. Amongst the available suggestions, you will find for yourself, for example, pressure cookers, pots with a straining spout or those with a thermometer in the lid.In addition, we have includedinduction pots such as the ROTO 26 cm 5 l model or the ZWIEGER BIGPOT 8.5 l pot made of ANSI 304 stainless steel in our assortment. Also look out for non-stick pots. Its advantages include the ability to fry with little fat and resistance to high temperatures, including when used in the oven. So you can easily replace a traditional baking tray with a modern pot. Feel free to take a look at all the suggestions on our website - you're sure to find something to your liking with ease.
Also read other blog posts and check out the selected products: