Cooking up labors of love

MANILA, Philippines - Everyone has his own comfort food. Whether it’s a home-cooked dish or a restaurant specialty, you’re certain they’re made only with the finest ingredients.

Using the right tools and appliances is just as important as using only the freshest ingredients. That’s why German stainless-steel brand Beka highlights three of its high-quality pots and pans.

As part of Beka’s commitment to quality, its Eco-Logic products are equipped with an innovative environment-friendly, water-based coating that prevents the emission of hazardous chemicals for a cleaner and better environment.

The Beka Eco-Logic Vitapan Fry Pan is made of stainless steel with a non-stick layer best suited for preparing food with high protein levels such as fish, meat or eggs. Its added ceramic coating can resist much higher temperatures than traditional coatings for faster cooking times and well-cooked food.

Double-walled for faster heating and better heat retention, the Beka Eco-Logic ThermiCo is a top-quality stainless steel casserole, which fits perfectly into a black, soft-touch and heat-resistant ceramic bowl. After cooking, the casserole is placed inside the ceramic bowl and will retain the heat for up to two hours while remaining cool to the touch on the outside. It marries style and function as it comes with two extra-handy details: quickly and easily read the exact volume with its inner capacity marks and a lid knob that allows you to rest your dirty spoon or ladle. It is perfect for cooking pasta, rice, soups, stews, or use the ceramic bowl as a serving dish for fruits and salads.

Perfect for Chinese noodles and mixtures of vegetables, meat and fish, the Chef Ningbo Non-Stick Wok is made with stainless steel suitable for all heat sources, including induction. Its high and curved sides allow fast and even cooking, and maintaining the food’s rich color, taste and nutrients, while a functional stainless-steel rack keeps food warm while cooking your other ingredients. Coated with a non-stick layer, a quick rinse with warm water makes cleaning up a breeze.

Beka is exclusively distributed by Rustan Marketing Corporation and is available in leading department stores.