If you are interested in Japanese cast iron, you must check out a brand called Vermicular. The company currently manufactures high-end enamelware and takes on French brands such as Le Creuset and Staub. I have to say Vermicular makes some great-looking pots. And because the company uses graphite cast iron for added strength, their cookware…
Have you ever wanted a traditional cast-iron skillet or a trusty Dutch oven but put off by the weight or the need to reseason the cookware? Well, Sanjo Special Cast Co, Ltd. has created two lines of cookware called Unilloy and SSC that are up to 50% lighter than other brands in a comparable size….
Do you have a piece of ironware with the words THE FAVORITE on the back? Then you have antique cast iron from the Columbus Hollow Ware Co. The Favorite skillets and other ironware from the Columbus Hollow Ware Company are scarce compared to other manufacturers such as Griswold and Wagner. So, I hope you consider yourself fortunate…
Do you have a piece of ironware with a word on the base that reads Marion? Then, you have an antique piece of cast iron cookware from the Marion Stove Company. Unfortunately, there is little written about the company. However, some skillets and kettles have hidden markings called ghost marks. And we can use these…
Why settle for a cup of tea brewed in a glass teapot when Japanese teapots look great, are fun to use, and will not break on your kitchen tiles? But what are the best cast-iron teapots? If you decide on a cast iron teapot, it will be a hard choice. After all, you can choose…
We have used cast iron cookware to cook our food for centuries. And for a good reason, cast iron is durable, healthy, and beautiful. No wonder this rather weighty material has made such a comeback in recent years. But have you heard of Japanese cast iron? Table Of Contents History Of Japanese Cast Iron Nambu…
If you are looking for a Japanese cast iron teapot or kettle, you’ll come across a company called Iwachu. Whether you want a bright and cheerful teapot or a traditional kettle, Iwachu has you covered with its wide range of cast iron hollowware. With over 100 years of expertise, Iwachu makes some of the best…
Are you looking for Japanese cast iron? Then, you’ll likely come across two companies, Iwachu and Oigen. Both companies make traditional teapots, kettles, and cookware. In this article, you can learn about Oigen cast iron, its history, its products, and how to use and care for their teapot and kettles. Table of contents Information on…
Are you looking for an authentic Japanese teapot or kettle? Then, you may want to consider one made by Oitomi. Oitomi is one of the few companies that make their products in the famous region of Iwate. And that is available for purchase outside of Japan. Table Of Contents Why Buy Oitomi Ironware? Here is…
Do you start your morning with a nice hot cup of tea? Maybe you like to unwind and relax with a cuppa at the end of the day. But how do you make that perfect cuppa? You will need the right equipment to brew tea like a pro at home. And that is a cast…