Cast iron develops a personality over time, unlike nonstick or stainless steel pans. The more you use it, the better it gets.

Picking the perfect pan for cooking might seem simple enough. A frying pan for scrambled eggs and burgers. A huge pot for boiling pasta or sweet corn. If you want to cook well, though, choosing the ...

Ever wondered the difference between sautéing and stir-frying? Or a skillet and a saucepan? Our cooking terms glossary to the rescue! Every craft has its own language, and that includes cooking.