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RE-LAUNCHING YOUR RESTAURANT?
UPGRADING YOUR KITCHEN?
Add some extra class. Quality FALK copper cookware: you, your staff, family, patrons, guests will love it.
UPGRADING YOUR KITCHEN?
Add some extra class. Quality FALK copper cookware: you, your staff, family, patrons, guests will love it.
SUMMER OR WINTER. Celebrate every season with the warmth of a fabulous FALK copper masterpiece.
KING OF CURRIES, SLOW COOKING IN KING OF COPPER, FALK
thanks to dubdubdubdude
thanks to dubdubdubdude
Is it sexist or otherwise poor form to suggest the gift of a fine FALK copper pot (or two), as a Mother's Day gift, to a mother who loves to cook?
We just can't see it, but there are apparently those that can. To them, we apologise.
To others, we say do not dismiss the idea. We reckon she will love it and you (even more).
We just can't see it, but there are apparently those that can. To them, we apologise.
To others, we say do not dismiss the idea. We reckon she will love it and you (even more).
Special Mum?
Is she a brilliant chef or an under-appreciated creator of delicious home-cooking?
Is she locked-down and missing you?
Make her Mother's Day. Give Mum a fine piece of FALK copper cookware, Europe’s finest.
· Free delivery? Yes, we do.
· Return or exchange (if you chose the wrong one)? Yes, we do.
· Gift voucher (so she can choose)? Yes, we do.
· What if you decide at the last moment? Think gift voucher.
All these things are possible. Just let us know.
You will be the apple of her eye.
Is she a brilliant chef or an under-appreciated creator of delicious home-cooking?
Is she locked-down and missing you?
Make her Mother's Day. Give Mum a fine piece of FALK copper cookware, Europe’s finest.
· Free delivery? Yes, we do.
· Return or exchange (if you chose the wrong one)? Yes, we do.
· Gift voucher (so she can choose)? Yes, we do.
· What if you decide at the last moment? Think gift voucher.
All these things are possible. Just let us know.
You will be the apple of her eye.
Stuck in the house? #5
Tis the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness (and of cooking those mellow fruits).
Tis the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness (and of cooking those mellow fruits).
Stuck in the house ? #4
How about restarting your home cooking with a fabulous FALK copper masterpiece ?
Try out new recipes (or your old favourites, in a new copper pot), get the rest of the family involved, in a joint effort or a competitive cook off? Take some photos to share, or maybe a video? Would love to see your output.
You know why it has to be a FALK: European craftsmanship, a delight to cook with, designer elegance, lasts forever, easy to maintain, but don't get me started.
What about this saute pan for example??
How about restarting your home cooking with a fabulous FALK copper masterpiece ?
Try out new recipes (or your old favourites, in a new copper pot), get the rest of the family involved, in a joint effort or a competitive cook off? Take some photos to share, or maybe a video? Would love to see your output.
You know why it has to be a FALK: European craftsmanship, a delight to cook with, designer elegance, lasts forever, easy to maintain, but don't get me started.
What about this saute pan for example??
Everyone's hurting
Very many of our FALK copper customers are in the food business: owners who have had to close their hard won, much loved businesses, employees whose jobs have disappeared overnight, and suppliers whose products and services are no longer in demand. Through no fault of their own, our customers and friends are suffering financially and emotionally and are frightened for the future.
We want you to know that we at Copper Kitchen feel the pain and that we are all in this together.
We would love to hear from you if you want to share any of your story, including of course any fightback initiatives which you may be planning or undertaking. If you feel like sharing any of your experience or your bright ideas, we have no doubt these would be greatly appreciated by others.
Very many of our FALK copper customers are in the food business: owners who have had to close their hard won, much loved businesses, employees whose jobs have disappeared overnight, and suppliers whose products and services are no longer in demand. Through no fault of their own, our customers and friends are suffering financially and emotionally and are frightened for the future.
We want you to know that we at Copper Kitchen feel the pain and that we are all in this together.
We would love to hear from you if you want to share any of your story, including of course any fightback initiatives which you may be planning or undertaking. If you feel like sharing any of your experience or your bright ideas, we have no doubt these would be greatly appreciated by others.
Stuck in the house? #1
Stoke the passion?
Do you have a passion for cooking? Are you looking for a project, perhaps a distraction? Is this an opportunity for you to pursue your love of cooking? To teach the kids? Try some new recipes?
You could stoke the passion and enhance the pleasure by adding FALK heirloom-quality copper cookware to your kitchen.
The dollar has plunged, but our prices have not risen. We are still able to despatch orders placed online or by phone.
Free delivery, anywhere in Australia.
Keep safe and keep cooking. ph: 0407 443 454 (David)
COPPER KITCHEN ONLINE STORE
Stoke the passion?
Do you have a passion for cooking? Are you looking for a project, perhaps a distraction? Is this an opportunity for you to pursue your love of cooking? To teach the kids? Try some new recipes?
You could stoke the passion and enhance the pleasure by adding FALK heirloom-quality copper cookware to your kitchen.
The dollar has plunged, but our prices have not risen. We are still able to despatch orders placed online or by phone.
Free delivery, anywhere in Australia.
Keep safe and keep cooking. ph: 0407 443 454 (David)
COPPER KITCHEN ONLINE STORE
Stuck in the house? #2
Your input.
We would love to have input, your thoughts, your recipes, your images (moving or not) about how you are enduring/taking advantage of this time of isolation and anxiety, so as to feed you and yours: maybe to enjoy, display and enhance your cooking skills.
Instagram: @copperkitchenaustralia
[email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/copperkitchen/
Your input.
We would love to have input, your thoughts, your recipes, your images (moving or not) about how you are enduring/taking advantage of this time of isolation and anxiety, so as to feed you and yours: maybe to enjoy, display and enhance your cooking skills.
Instagram: @copperkitchenaustralia
[email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/copperkitchen/
Stuck in the house? #3
Give them a hand if you can.
Many of our favourite eating and drinking destinations (including our much loved copper cookware customers) face a shockingly uncertain future, through no fault of their own. They have had to slam the doors on their greatly-valued, hard-won patrons. Their income has fallen off a cliff; fixed overheads continue unabated.
Some have rapidly reinvented themselves, to provide meals by takeaway and delivery, in an effort to save the business. They surely deserve our support. If you can still afford to do so in these straightened times, why not place an order, from your favourite eating spot, or from one that you have always wanted to try?
Let us know your experience.
Give them a hand if you can.
Many of our favourite eating and drinking destinations (including our much loved copper cookware customers) face a shockingly uncertain future, through no fault of their own. They have had to slam the doors on their greatly-valued, hard-won patrons. Their income has fallen off a cliff; fixed overheads continue unabated.
Some have rapidly reinvented themselves, to provide meals by takeaway and delivery, in an effort to save the business. They surely deserve our support. If you can still afford to do so in these straightened times, why not place an order, from your favourite eating spot, or from one that you have always wanted to try?
Let us know your experience.
COPPER COOKWARE by FALK
Europe's finest.
It will delight you with its elegance, give your cooking a lift and last a lifetime.
Buy online or give us a call 0407 443 454
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FALK Classic Round Gratin Pan In the oven, on the stove, on the table for all to admire. Europe's finest copper cookware. Make one your new best friend. Here Milawa organic chicken. The verdict? Delicious! |
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FALK AROUND AUSTRALIA
BARMAH FOREST, VICTORIA
FALK copper pots and pans, Europe's finest: loved in kitchens around Australia.
Free delivery to every corner of Australia.
FALK AROUND AUSTRALIA
MANLY, SYDNEY
FALK copper pots and pans, Europe's finest: loved in kitchens around Australia.
TripAdvisor current top 10 eating spots in Manly are:
@hugosmanly
@4pinesbeer
@garfishseafood
@thepantrymanly
@maestroandco
@theherringroom
@theboathousegroup
@belgrave_cartel
@thebavarianau
@sunsetsabimanly
ONE FOR MUM
If she loves to cook and appreciates the very best, it's a no brainer!
FALK, Europe's finest copper cookware for Australia'a best MUM.
BUY from our online store.
Or phone 0407 443 454
FROM THE FOREST FLOOR TO THE FALK COPPER PAN ON THE CAMP FIRE
Saffron Milk Caps, in a pine forest near you.....now.
A little butter in the FALK copper frypan (Europe's finest) heating on the open fire.
YUM!
Belgium is the home of FALK, the esteemed family company that crafts Europe's finest copper cookware. At this time of the year in particular, Belgium holds a special place in the hearts of many Australians.
This is the Belgian town of Ypres taken from near the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing.
LEST WE FORGET
This is the Belgian town of Ypres taken from near the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing.
LEST WE FORGET
BRING A GLOW TO YOUR KITCHEN
Grab your FALK (here a fabulous Classic copper roasting tray). FALK, Europe's finest copper cookware, delivers an enhanced cooking outcome, beauty and durability; and brings a glow to your kitchen.
Choose from the fabulous line up of Autumn produce in the markets right now. Consult your favourite recipe book or go with your heart.
ENJOY!
FALK COPPER, EUROPE'S FINEST
A STAND OUT IN ANY COMPANY
ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS
Garlic from the grower at the Farmers' Market.
FALK 28cm Classic copper Gratin Pan; an essential ingredient in all good kitchens, an all purpose kitchen masterpiece, to lift your cooking and to delight your eye.
IN THE AUTUMN KITCHEN GARDEN
Make sure you have your favourite FALK copper pot handy, ready to take advantage of the bountiful fresh produce which is available at this time of year.
Here we have in this herb garden the elegant 28 cm round FALK Classic Gratin Pan, which is itself a thing of beauty and certainly one of our favourites. Check it out!
FALK copper saute pan on display at Books for Cooks
This is the 18cm FALK Classic spherical sauté pan which is versatile, functional and, we think, eye-catchingly beautiful. Fantastic for a sauté, but also to fry, stir-fry, braise or simmer and whatever else you want to create.
The steady even heat across the FALK sauté pan makes it ideal for reductions.
Here it is on display at our favourite specialist cooking book shop BOOKS for COOKS near Queen Vic Market, Melbourne www.booksforcooks.com.au
This is the 18cm FALK Classic spherical sauté pan which is versatile, functional and, we think, eye-catchingly beautiful. Fantastic for a sauté, but also to fry, stir-fry, braise or simmer and whatever else you want to create.
The steady even heat across the FALK sauté pan makes it ideal for reductions.
Here it is on display at our favourite specialist cooking book shop BOOKS for COOKS near Queen Vic Market, Melbourne www.booksforcooks.com.au
Why a FALK?
- Elegance and durability: in Europe’s finest kitchens
- Lifetime of use and enjoyment: beautiful, practical, heirloom quality
- 2.5mm thick: solid copper plate (2.3mm) and bonded stainless steel interior (0.2mm)
- Brilliant cooking outcomes: superior conductivity means that FALK copper heats quickly and evenly
- Satinated brushed surfaces: for that lustrous look and ease of cleaning
- Beauty: in the oven, on the hotplate or on the table
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FIRST TAKE YOUR FALK COPPER POT, EUROPE'S FINEST Then consult the right cook book. BOOKS for COOKS near Queen Vic Market, Melbourne www.booksforcooks.com.au is a great source of food books, old and new. Special mention to Scott Pickett, noted Melbourne restaurateur www.pickettsdeli.com whose book appears in this image. |
SEASON OF MISTS AND MELLOW FRUITFULNESS
Fresh from the farmers' market with Autumn's bounty, quality organic fruit and vegetables.
FALK copper pot to the fore, to help inspire a bit of magic in the kitchen.
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FALK copper: for a lift and a glow Copper cookware by FALK is Europe's finest. It will give your cooking a lift and add a warm glow to your kitchen. |
Why a FALK?
Each FALK copper cookware masterpiece offers:
Each FALK copper cookware masterpiece offers:
- Elegance and durability, as seen in Europe’s finest kitchens
- A lifetime of proud use and enjoyment: beautiful, practical and indestructible
- 2.5mm solid metal plate: copper plate (2.3mm) bonded stainless steel interior (0.2mm)
- Brilliant cooking outcomes from its responsiveness and conductivity
- Satinated brushed surfaces for lustrous appearance and ease of cleaning
- Beauty: in the oven, on the hotplate or on the table
Are you a fan of Instagram?
We are: @copperkitchenaustralia
Have a look and if you like what you see, follow us or give us a few likes.
We would love to see your images of FALK copper on Instagram. Post photos (or send to us to post in your name) of your fine FALK copper pots, on the stove, on the table or on display in your restaurant or home kitchen.
We are: @copperkitchenaustralia
Have a look and if you like what you see, follow us or give us a few likes.
We would love to see your images of FALK copper on Instagram. Post photos (or send to us to post in your name) of your fine FALK copper pots, on the stove, on the table or on display in your restaurant or home kitchen.
How would you like to have a set of FALK copper cooking masterpieces in your restaurant or home kitchen?
Shop online or talk to us at Copper Kitchen about your needs.
[email protected]
or phone David 0407 443 454
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Jam making this season? If so, you'll need the "Holy Grail" of jam pots, a FALK Classic solid (2.3mm thick) copper jam pan. Available in 2 generous sizes: 28cm (7litres) 32cm (9.5litres). You'll love it forever. Click the link above to go to the online store |
Check the FALK copper wok.
Europe's (and China's?) finest.
Could be just the thing to celebrate the Year of the Rooster!
FALK铜锅做饭和看起来更好，可持续使用一生的时间。
Europe's (and China's?) finest.
Could be just the thing to celebrate the Year of the Rooster!
FALK铜锅做饭和看起来更好，可持续使用一生的时间。
FALK copper in summer |
Match fresh produce from your summer kitchen garden with FALK, Europe's finest copper cookware.
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FALK copper pan in service at exciting new Picketts Deli & Rotisserie at Queen Vic Market Melbourne
Follow us on Instagram @copperkitchenaustralia
Packing another order of fabulous FALK copper pots: off to a good home. A restaurant wanting to make a statement or a foodie who demands the best?
That special gift to reward that special person for that special achievement.
Give a FALK, Europe's finest copper pots.
Give a FALK, Europe's finest copper pots.
Good to see in recent Fairfax Epicure Good Food that Colin Fassnidge of My Kitchen Rules fame (“Sydney’s feisty rock-star Irish chef” according to the Daily Telegraph) includes a FALK copper roasting tray in his essential toolkit. His wife Jane Hyland told Copper Kitchen: “I personally love it and use it for everything.” So do we, of course.
This one is from the Signature range.
We reckon it's hot, hot, hot.
This one is from the Signature range.
We reckon it's hot, hot, hot.
A thing of beauty is a joy forever?
Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but John Keats’ famous line came to us as we looked at this image of a FALK copper Classic 20cm spherical Sauté Pan. In our view, it is an eye-catchingly elegant copper pan, which of course will also bring all the functional versatility and superior performance of FALK copper to your cooking, in your restaurant or your home.
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A Trappist beer with that?What’s a Trappist beer got to do with FALK copper cookware? Well…they are both iconic Belgian products recognised throughout the world as amongst the very best in their fields.
Trappist beer (“divine nectar”) is brewed in a Trappist monastery. One of them, Westvleteren XII, has won Best Beer in the World award several years running. Paul van Achter of FALK has been quoted as saying that FALK makes the Trappist beer of copper cookware. We can but agree, but don’t take out word for it. Buy yourself a fine FALK copper pan and celebrate that purchase with a Trappist beer. Then let us know what you think. |
Papasito goes for FALK copper.
Papasito, organic Mexican restaurant in Northcote (Melbourne), this week took a delivery of FALK copper frying pans for their kitchen. It was gratifying to see the smile spread across the face of owner Khaled Sherbini as he unpacked the delivery and saw the lustrous appearance of the FALK copper and felt the weight and balance of the pans. It will be good to go there for dinner soon to see the new copper pans in action. www.papasito.com.au
From "Spoon University" blog:
“Copper cookware: heavy, expensive, super durable, heats up and cools quickly, and is often used by professionals or those who desire highly precise temperature control.”
We say (apropos of the item below about copper cookware as a design feature) : "It's not just a pretty face."
We say (apropos of the item below about copper cookware as a design feature) : "It's not just a pretty face."
In
our inbox from the “Southeast Missourian”
“Design trends to heighten your home's style”
Quoting Taniya Nayak, “renowned interior designer and DIY television personality” who has forecast the top trends for 2015 that will be sure to enhance and revive any home.
“Copper: "Each year we see a particular metal rise to the top of every designer's list, and this year, it's all about copper.
Copper is a captivating metallic that adds a modern edge to even the simplest scheme. Small pieces make a big statement, so subtly pepper in copper pieces to your decor, such as light fixtures, planters or table settings. Display copper cookware in your kitchen -- it's a great way to add a touch of glamour without being gaudy.”
Our comment, make sure it’s FALK and make sure it’s handy to the stove.
“Design trends to heighten your home's style”
Quoting Taniya Nayak, “renowned interior designer and DIY television personality” who has forecast the top trends for 2015 that will be sure to enhance and revive any home.
“Copper: "Each year we see a particular metal rise to the top of every designer's list, and this year, it's all about copper.
Copper is a captivating metallic that adds a modern edge to even the simplest scheme. Small pieces make a big statement, so subtly pepper in copper pieces to your decor, such as light fixtures, planters or table settings. Display copper cookware in your kitchen -- it's a great way to add a touch of glamour without being gaudy.”
Our comment, make sure it’s FALK and make sure it’s handy to the stove.
COPPER HOT FOR CHRISTMAS
“M” lifestyle lift-out in Sunday Age confirmed what we knew, that copper is the hot colour for the festive dining table this Christmas. Again?
THE FAT DUCK or a FALK?
Loved the story that some finance types engaged an IT guru to scam the online reservation system for Heston Blumenthal's wildly-hyped restaurant, The Fat Duck.
By this devious means they obtained tables for the super sold-out Melbourne opening (at $525 per head): to impress clients.
Nice one: but it led us to think that some clients (and deserving staff?) might prefer the lifetime pleasure to be had from owning and using a FALK copper cookware masterpiece.
What would you/your clients prefer? The Fat Duck or a FALK?
By this devious means they obtained tables for the super sold-out Melbourne opening (at $525 per head): to impress clients.
Nice one: but it led us to think that some clients (and deserving staff?) might prefer the lifetime pleasure to be had from owning and using a FALK copper cookware masterpiece.
What would you/your clients prefer? The Fat Duck or a FALK?
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The brilliant new SIGNATURE range by FALK has arrived.Copper Kitchen is pleased to offer, in Australia for the first time, the sleek new SIGNATURE range of copper cookware by FALK.
The SIGNATURE range offers all the delights of FALK CLASSIC range, together with ergonomic, durable, sleek, shiny, elegant, stainless steel handles. Go to the Copper Kitchen online store to look at the exciting new SIGNATURE range. |
From new customer Sean.
Hi David, Just wanted to say thanks for distributing FALK in Australia as the pots I bought are amazing. Bought them as a gift and my partner loves them.
I know where we will be going for any future copper ware.
Kind Regards Sean
Good on you Sean; enjoy.
Hi David, Just wanted to say thanks for distributing FALK in Australia as the pots I bought are amazing. Bought them as a gift and my partner loves them.
I know where we will be going for any future copper ware.
Kind Regards Sean
Good on you Sean; enjoy.
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"Copper, brass and brushed gold are the hottest looks this winter"We agree with this heading in The Age Epicure recently, at least so far as it concerns copper cookware. However, we looked for a FALK copper cookware masterpiece amongst the pictured products, alas in vain.We therefore wrote in haste to the editor with an image of a FALK copper casserole; pointing out its burnished copper exterior and brushed stainless steel interior...quality built to outlast. It's hot, hot, hot, we said.We anxiously await an article redressing this oversight.
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THERE'S ONLY ONE TO CHOOSEThis is from Gourmet Traveller.
For us, one stands out and that's the FALK 28cm high copper casserole: it positively glows. Think coq au vin, on your stove. |
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IT'S A NO BRAINER...FALK COPPER...NO RISKNo worries about choosing the wrong FALK copper pot (whether for yourself or as a present). Just remember our copper clad guarantee; we will exchange or return it within 30 days, no questions asked. If in doubt, think of a Copper Kitchen gift voucher. Don’t be scared about cleaning your FALK copper cookware. It’s easy with the satinated copper and stainless steel interior. You’ll love the mellow lustre.
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DON'T BE NERVOUS; FIRST TIME USER OF COPPER
I must say upfront that I am David’s mum. But, I was not a user of copper cookware ….that is until David gave me a brand new FALK copper 28cm round gratin pan. He’s a good boy!
I was thrilled. I had wanted to upgrade from my old non-stick pans with their worn surfaces and uneven heat distribution. But I was a bit nervous. Would I like it as much as David said I would? Would it be hard to clean?
I had selected three prime porterhouse steaks from my favourite organic butcher. I marinated them for an hour or two in a small amount of olive oil, garlic and salt and pepper.
I tentatively placed the gleaming new copper pan on the gas flame with a little olive oil and waited for it to smoke a bit. I gently placed the marinated steaks in the hot oil and stepped back to watch them sizzle and sear…..beautiful aroma.
I turned the steaks after five minutes, without drama; they looked great, with excellent caramelisation. I turned down the gas and gave them another five minutes (I like mine reasonably well done…I know…it’s not cool). Covered them in foil and let them rest for 15 minutes. Served with mushrooms, white wine sauce, nicola potatoes and spinach. Simple, but very well received.
The pan felt really solid, but not too heavy. Great to look at on the bench, on the stove or even on the table.
I was a bit nervous about cleaning of the pan, especially as I had burnt spatters of oil on the sides. Turned out to be easy….using the recommended pad. My old pans have exited via recycling bin. Don’t be nervous, you’ll love it too. Pol
I was thrilled. I had wanted to upgrade from my old non-stick pans with their worn surfaces and uneven heat distribution. But I was a bit nervous. Would I like it as much as David said I would? Would it be hard to clean?
I had selected three prime porterhouse steaks from my favourite organic butcher. I marinated them for an hour or two in a small amount of olive oil, garlic and salt and pepper.
I tentatively placed the gleaming new copper pan on the gas flame with a little olive oil and waited for it to smoke a bit. I gently placed the marinated steaks in the hot oil and stepped back to watch them sizzle and sear…..beautiful aroma.
I turned the steaks after five minutes, without drama; they looked great, with excellent caramelisation. I turned down the gas and gave them another five minutes (I like mine reasonably well done…I know…it’s not cool). Covered them in foil and let them rest for 15 minutes. Served with mushrooms, white wine sauce, nicola potatoes and spinach. Simple, but very well received.
The pan felt really solid, but not too heavy. Great to look at on the bench, on the stove or even on the table.
I was a bit nervous about cleaning of the pan, especially as I had burnt spatters of oil on the sides. Turned out to be easy….using the recommended pad. My old pans have exited via recycling bin. Don’t be nervous, you’ll love it too. Pol
Copper jam pan season
“Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness” which conspires with “the maturing sun” to “fill all fruit with ripeness to the core”.
Not sure if John Keats used a copper jam pan, but he was certainly aware of the fruitful bounty of autumn.
We at Copper Kitchen see it as an ideal time to get out the FALK jam pan and load it up with luscious, inexpensive, seasonal fruit.
Vicorian Farmers Market Association says the fruits in season in March are:
“apples, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, figs, feijoa, grapes, lemons, limes, honeydew melon, rockmelon, watermelon, nashi, nectarines, oranges, passionfruit, peach, pears, persimmons, plums, pomegranate, rhubarb”.
Plenty there to choose from to make some beautiful jams and jellies to see you through
the winter. (Don’t be deceived, it will come. As the man said of the bees: “.. they think warm days will never cease”).
Not sure if John Keats used a copper jam pan, but he was certainly aware of the fruitful bounty of autumn.
We at Copper Kitchen see it as an ideal time to get out the FALK jam pan and load it up with luscious, inexpensive, seasonal fruit.
Vicorian Farmers Market Association says the fruits in season in March are:
“apples, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, figs, feijoa, grapes, lemons, limes, honeydew melon, rockmelon, watermelon, nashi, nectarines, oranges, passionfruit, peach, pears, persimmons, plums, pomegranate, rhubarb”.
Plenty there to choose from to make some beautiful jams and jellies to see you through
the winter. (Don’t be deceived, it will come. As the man said of the bees: “.. they think warm days will never cease”).
Nigella,we’re with you… but not quite all the way
Number 9 on the list of “20 Ways to Cook Better” by the luscious Nigella in The Age Epicure this week is:
“Be extravagant when it matters
A good copper roasting tin is an incredible cooking vessel. It doesn’t stick, the flavours are wonderful, the way it conducts heat is fantastic. They don’t cost as much as a car, but they are not far off. It so happens that’s where I like to spend my money. If you asked me if I would rather buy a designer dress or a copper roasting tin, I’d have the roasting tin”.
Nigella,up to there, we are with you 100%.
Where we diverge is that the picture in The Age (obviously not chosen by Nigella) is
not a FALK. Why?.. We cannot imagine.
To correct the balance, the picture above is of a genuine FALK roasting pan, with its lustrous satin finish to complement its sinuous lines. You will find that a FALK costs a lot less than most cars, is amazingly economical to run and will continue to impress you and your dinner guests long after the designer dress has gone to the Salvos.
“Be extravagant when it matters
A good copper roasting tin is an incredible cooking vessel. It doesn’t stick, the flavours are wonderful, the way it conducts heat is fantastic. They don’t cost as much as a car, but they are not far off. It so happens that’s where I like to spend my money. If you asked me if I would rather buy a designer dress or a copper roasting tin, I’d have the roasting tin”.
Nigella,up to there, we are with you 100%.
Where we diverge is that the picture in The Age (obviously not chosen by Nigella) is
not a FALK. Why?.. We cannot imagine.
To correct the balance, the picture above is of a genuine FALK roasting pan, with its lustrous satin finish to complement its sinuous lines. You will find that a FALK costs a lot less than most cars, is amazingly economical to run and will continue to impress you and your dinner guests long after the designer dress has gone to the Salvos.
Obstacles to your buying decision?
Cost: FALK pots perform brilliantly, they are beautiful and they are for life. As Bob R, our old retailing mate, used to say: “The quality remains long after the price is forgotten”
Unsure of which FALK to give as a gift: What about a gift voucher?
Fear of buyer remorse: Read our customer testimonials; we think it will be love at first sight for you too. But if you do get cold feet, remember our 30 day return policy – no questions asked.
Buying online sight unseen: Don’t hesitate to email or phone 0407 443 454 if you have any queries
Unsure of which FALK to give as a gift: What about a gift voucher?
Fear of buyer remorse: Read our customer testimonials; we think it will be love at first sight for you too. But if you do get cold feet, remember our 30 day return policy – no questions asked.
Buying online sight unseen: Don’t hesitate to email or phone 0407 443 454 if you have any queries
Who deserves a copper Christmas?
Can't think of anyone?
Then what about you?
Get Santa to give you a FALK copper masterpiece, handcrafted in Belgium, for Christmas and for life.
A weighty copper DIY project
We were taken by this photo which appeared in the DIY column in the The Telegraph (UK). We copy it here because we like the photo and, who knows, there may well be some Australian fans of FALK who have a similar problem.
The Telegraph reader wanted to know.
"What will hold my saucepan rack in place?"
Q I have bought a wood and metal saucepan rack to fix to my kitchen wall…….and I am at a loss to know what fixing to use for the metal brackets.
A If you wanted to hang up something light like tea towels or oven
gloves, I’d say use a proprietary fixing, such as Rawlplug’s Selfdrill Plasterboard Fixing ........ But with the heavier weight of your saucepans, you will need to fix through into the blockwork. You might need to buy a long masonry drill bit – say 150mm. Then use 75mm screws (or longer if needed) and ordinary expanding plastic wall plugs.
This answer sounds good to me, but don't take my word for it.
The Telegraph reader wanted to know.
"What will hold my saucepan rack in place?"
Q I have bought a wood and metal saucepan rack to fix to my kitchen wall…….and I am at a loss to know what fixing to use for the metal brackets.
A If you wanted to hang up something light like tea towels or oven
gloves, I’d say use a proprietary fixing, such as Rawlplug’s Selfdrill Plasterboard Fixing ........ But with the heavier weight of your saucepans, you will need to fix through into the blockwork. You might need to buy a long masonry drill bit – say 150mm. Then use 75mm screws (or longer if needed) and ordinary expanding plastic wall plugs.
This answer sounds good to me, but don't take my word for it.
Gourmet Traveller (for copper devotees)
We were delighted to get a mention (above a picture of Heston Blumenthal) in Gourmet Traveller, November party issue.
Are you a devotee?
Are you a devotee?
Have a look at this
A 32cm FALK copper stew pan (and lid): a heavyweight (4 kg+) contender with a huge capacity and film star looks. What will your dinner guests think when you serve from this?
We have not previously stocked this in Australia, but we got one in for a customer. I was so blown away when I saw it that I immediately ordered one for my sister’s birthday.
Let us know if you are interested.
David (Copper Kitchen)
We have not previously stocked this in Australia, but we got one in for a customer. I was so blown away when I saw it that I immediately ordered one for my sister’s birthday.
Let us know if you are interested.
David (Copper Kitchen)
Copper Kitchen in The Age Epicure
It was good to get a mention in the Desirables section of the Epicure, the Tuesday foodie supplement in the Melbourne Age. It has stimulated a buzz of interest on our website and some pre-Christmas orders. I disagree however with the assessment that the FALK brushed copper appearance diminishes the razzle dazzle factor. I think it enhances the feel of European quality, beautifully understated. Other opinions welcome.
Well loved, well used copper |
SLOW magazineTo the left is an extract from SLOW magazine. We received the following email from Jacqui, the editor. Like most people who get a FALK copper pan in their hands, she is hooked. Hello David, While the next edition of Slow Magazine is at the printers, we organise the return of products - however I have fallen in love with the Falk pot and also want to use it (with credits to Falk of course!) in our photo shoots, best regards Jacqui Jacqui Mott Editor Slow Magazine Australia |
When we put this photo of our own FALK copper pans on our Facebook page.............
Barry wrote: "Lovely,..... I used the Falk 20cm Saucier last night to make a veggie/bean, dijon and herb sauce to go with pork fillets. Even heated up soup in it a few days ago. We call it our do everything pan :)"
Barry wrote: "Lovely,..... I used the Falk 20cm Saucier last night to make a veggie/bean, dijon and herb sauce to go with pork fillets. Even heated up soup in it a few days ago. We call it our do everything pan :)"
Rivets anyone?
A professional chef, who wants to buy FALK copper cookware, wrote to us to say
that he thought the FALK rivets holding the handles look a bit smaller than the
competition and questioning their longevity in a hardworking professional
kitchen. I know the answer, but nevertheless referred the question to Jan Van
Achter, hardworking director of the FALK family company in Wespelaar in Belgium.
I quote his response:
“Since more than 25 years we deliver to professional chefs in Benelux and since more
than 16 years we deliver to professional chefs in the USA. who never complained
the handles had loosened. Instead, the riveting of smaller rivets was highly appreciated:
* no detached handles
* small rivets for easy cleaning inside out
* small rivets are less disturbing during cooking
* small rivets look better on the pans like big rivets only look good on the Brooklyn bridge and the Eifel tower.
We heat up the 3mm stainless steel rivets and pressed them on to the handles with a pressure of 10tons per cm2. We deliberately decide to make 3 holes and to smash 3 rivets for extra safety the handles are attached longer than a lifetime.
We make them this way since more than 25 years. We get about 5 defected pieces back on the approx 10,000 pieces we make on a yearly basis. The defects can numerous things but never have we had a serie of broken rivets or loose handles that
could convince us to work out the riveting differently than today's way.”
I could not have put it better myself.
that he thought the FALK rivets holding the handles look a bit smaller than the
competition and questioning their longevity in a hardworking professional
kitchen. I know the answer, but nevertheless referred the question to Jan Van
Achter, hardworking director of the FALK family company in Wespelaar in Belgium.
I quote his response:
“Since more than 25 years we deliver to professional chefs in Benelux and since more
than 16 years we deliver to professional chefs in the USA. who never complained
the handles had loosened. Instead, the riveting of smaller rivets was highly appreciated:
* no detached handles
* small rivets for easy cleaning inside out
* small rivets are less disturbing during cooking
* small rivets look better on the pans like big rivets only look good on the Brooklyn bridge and the Eifel tower.
We heat up the 3mm stainless steel rivets and pressed them on to the handles with a pressure of 10tons per cm2. We deliberately decide to make 3 holes and to smash 3 rivets for extra safety the handles are attached longer than a lifetime.
We make them this way since more than 25 years. We get about 5 defected pieces back on the approx 10,000 pieces we make on a yearly basis. The defects can numerous things but never have we had a serie of broken rivets or loose handles that
could convince us to work out the riveting differently than today's way.”
I could not have put it better myself.
More old copper, French this time (Spanish see below)
From a recent piece in viamichelin about the Élysée Palace in Paris (occupied by President Sarkozy at the time of posting):
“The first thing that one notices upon entering the kitchen fitted into the old stables of the Republican Guard is the abundance of brightly polished copper cookware : pots, pans, moulds, casseroles… They come from the Tuileries, Fontainebleau, Compiègne and St. Cloud, and the daily fare of Louis-Philippe and Napoléon III was cooked in them. But they are not hung there for decorative
purposes. ‘We use them every day,’ Vaussion (executive chef) explains.”
“The first thing that one notices upon entering the kitchen fitted into the old stables of the Republican Guard is the abundance of brightly polished copper cookware : pots, pans, moulds, casseroles… They come from the Tuileries, Fontainebleau, Compiègne and St. Cloud, and the daily fare of Louis-Philippe and Napoléon III was cooked in them. But they are not hung there for decorative
purposes. ‘We use them every day,’ Vaussion (executive chef) explains.”
Copper down the Otway coast
Last weekend, I took the trusty FALK 28 cm copper casserole, and the family, down the Otway coast. To Lorne actually, or to be more precise, Allenvale Cottages, in the forest just behind the town. Atmospheric timber cottages with all mod-cons, in the most magic setting, beside the creek (in which a platypus lives).
Being Lorne, it was a no-brainer to buy fish from the Co-op on the pier for the family dinner on Saturday night. I chose a selection of beautiful rockling fillets, gummy shark and squid, which came together to make a very well received fish-dish (Provencale? – olives, tomatoes, aubergine etc). The big, solid, copper pot made it a breeze, even on the unfamiliar stove, and we accompanied the meal with a nice, crisp, fairly local, 2009 Granite Hills Reisling, from Baynton in the Macedon wine growing region.
Being Lorne, it was a no-brainer to buy fish from the Co-op on the pier for the family dinner on Saturday night. I chose a selection of beautiful rockling fillets, gummy shark and squid, which came together to make a very well received fish-dish (Provencale? – olives, tomatoes, aubergine etc). The big, solid, copper pot made it a breeze, even on the unfamiliar stove, and we accompanied the meal with a nice, crisp, fairly local, 2009 Granite Hills Reisling, from Baynton in the Macedon wine growing region.
FALK in the bush
At the weekend, we took our FALK frying pan into the pine forest near Beechworth. Under the guidance of Guy who knows his wild mushrooms, we gathered a basketful of Saffron Milk Caps and Slippery Jacks which we cooked over a camp fire at the edge of the forest.
Guy had come fully equipped with butter, chilli flakes, salt and pepper, as well as some fine olive oil and red wine vinegar.We cooked and ate the Saffron Milk Caps within an hour of picking, in the bush by the fire, on slabs of toasted bread with a cup of billy tea. They were sensational!
Guy had come fully equipped with butter, chilli flakes, salt and pepper, as well as some fine olive oil and red wine vinegar.We cooked and ate the Saffron Milk Caps within an hour of picking, in the bush by the fire, on slabs of toasted bread with a cup of billy tea. They were sensational!
A Melbourne foodie's week
Caffe Latte: Market Lane Coffee Prahran Market
Brunch/Piccolo: Salford Lads Club Port Melbourne
Wine: Greenstone Sangoviese enjoyed with a good mate
Wine and nibbles: Melbourne Wine Shop
Cheese Platter: Amazing spread of European cheeses at a mate’s 40th birthday
Foodie activity: Picking walnuts with my boys from a neighbour’s tree
This week I am hankering for: Spagetti Vongole with extra garlic, chilli and parsley
This week I am eating: Kid friendly Spag Bol with a small mountain of Parmesan and chilli sauce on top followed by a suprisingly good slab of Rocky Road dark chocolate made by my sons
Brunch/Piccolo: Salford Lads Club Port Melbourne
Wine: Greenstone Sangoviese enjoyed with a good mate
Wine and nibbles: Melbourne Wine Shop
Cheese Platter: Amazing spread of European cheeses at a mate’s 40th birthday
Foodie activity: Picking walnuts with my boys from a neighbour’s tree
This week I am hankering for: Spagetti Vongole with extra garlic, chilli and parsley
This week I am eating: Kid friendly Spag Bol with a small mountain of Parmesan and chilli sauce on top followed by a suprisingly good slab of Rocky Road dark chocolate made by my sons
Foodie adventures in North America
Without doubt, the standout dish on my recent trip to USA and Canada was (see photo)
Seared Monterey squid with blistered favas and oregano, with sides of long cooked chard, escarole and green olives, and grilled asparagus, aragula and parmesan; accompanied by warm corn bread and a pint of Anchor Steam,at Nettie’s Crab Shack, Union Street, Cow Hollow, San Francisco. No sign of any copper in the kitchen; but imagine what the chef could have done if he had a FALK!
I spent some time in Quebec, Canada and loved most of the food (notably excepting the local favorite, Poutine; which is a bit heavy duty for mine; it is a dish of chips covered in gravy and cheese curd). Had a great local coffee variety: Quebecois Vrai: sirop d’erable (maple syrup), espresso, et creme fouette
Seared Monterey squid with blistered favas and oregano, with sides of long cooked chard, escarole and green olives, and grilled asparagus, aragula and parmesan; accompanied by warm corn bread and a pint of Anchor Steam,at Nettie’s Crab Shack, Union Street, Cow Hollow, San Francisco. No sign of any copper in the kitchen; but imagine what the chef could have done if he had a FALK!
I spent some time in Quebec, Canada and loved most of the food (notably excepting the local favorite, Poutine; which is a bit heavy duty for mine; it is a dish of chips covered in gravy and cheese curd). Had a great local coffee variety: Quebecois Vrai: sirop d’erable (maple syrup), espresso, et creme fouette
Old Spanish copper pots
Visiting a friend the other day, we noticed that she had on display some fine old copper saucepans.Under questioning she said that she had bought them from an antique dealer, intending to use them for display.
They certainly fulfilled that objective admirably, showing off the elegant burnished patina of the old copper. They have obviously been well used and are redolent of fine Spanish cooking. The internal “tinning” was worn through in parts, although the copper is of course still in great condition.One of the beauties of Falk is that the copper has bonded to it on the interior a fine layer of indestructible stainless steel.
One of the saucepans is stamped as having been made in Madrid and bears an old imprinted logo of “Hotel Nacional”. A bit of research reveals that the Hotel Nacional in the centre of Madrid was built in about 1920 and is a stately building, recently renovated.I haven’t yet been able to find out whether Ernest Hemingway stayed there, or perhaps more likely, Franco. I hope to go there one day soon, to find out.
They certainly fulfilled that objective admirably, showing off the elegant burnished patina of the old copper. They have obviously been well used and are redolent of fine Spanish cooking. The internal “tinning” was worn through in parts, although the copper is of course still in great condition.One of the beauties of Falk is that the copper has bonded to it on the interior a fine layer of indestructible stainless steel.
One of the saucepans is stamped as having been made in Madrid and bears an old imprinted logo of “Hotel Nacional”. A bit of research reveals that the Hotel Nacional in the centre of Madrid was built in about 1920 and is a stately building, recently renovated.I haven’t yet been able to find out whether Ernest Hemingway stayed there, or perhaps more likely, Franco. I hope to go there one day soon, to find out.
Estelle & Falk copper "Very Good"
Noted that “Estelle by Scott Pickett”, new addition to Northcote, Melbourne fine dining, scored 15/20 (“Very Good”) in recent The Age Epicure review. “The work of a chef who favours all things rich, luxe and showy.” The good mark was probably not solely due to the FALK copper they cook with, but in our view it was clearly a factor. Got to be worth a visit.