To ensure you get the best out of your cookware it is recommended that you season your cookware prior to its initial use. Simply follow the instructions below.

Clean the cookware with hot water and a little dishwashing detergent, dry it thoroughly and oil it with a little cooking oil. The cookware is now ready for use.

Note, for glass ceramic cool top platforms (Ceran cook tops), always check for the remains of dirt on the pan or pot base or on the glass ceramic cook top platform. Even the smallest salt or pepper grains can scratch the glass-ceramic cool top platform as well as the cookware base when sliding the cookware back and forth. Lift the pan when you would like to move it using the helpful opposing handles.

Our products are suitable for all electric, gas, coal and glass-ceramic cooking surfaces.

Turn on your stove to a medium heat; preheat your cookware for 3-4 minutes. Your cookware is now at the ideal temperature.

To check that your cookware is at the correct cooking temperature, add a few drops of water into your pot or pan. If the water dances around on the cooking surface, your cookware is at the right temperature. If the water vaporizes immediately, your cookware is too hot. Add the oil or fat (if preferred) only when the cookware is at the right temperature, and then add your food.

Use only suitable oils and fats, others can burn and blacken at high temperatures and leave a lasting tar residue on the pan. Commercial shortening burns at 220 degrees Celsius, butter and margarine burn at approximately 160 degrees Celsius.

The Thermobasic base is an excellent heat reservoir; therefore, reduce the heat as required. This will save both energy and money.

A tip for fat-free frying: thoroughly rub the frying surface of the pan with a paper towel saturated with 1-2 drops of oil to cover it with a very thin film of oil. Cook as required, remembering to reduce the heat as necessary.

To clean your cookware, use warm to hot water, a little dishwashing detergent and a normal washing brush or sponge. It is not recommended to clean it in the dishwasher. Traces of use can become visible with time on the surface of your cookware. However, this does not influence the cooking characteristics. You should never leave food overnight in your cookware.

To store your cookware, simply place the lid upside down on the pot and stack as required. Pay special attention to ensure that the knobs do not touch the cooking surface. Should the knob and the cooking surface be in close proximity, simply place a paper towel on the cooking surface prior to placing the upside down lid.