Stone Bowl / Kyocera Knives

Category: Cookware
Product Name: Crazy Korean Cooking Stone Bowl (Dolsot)
Experience Level Needed? Home Cook
Features:
1. Great for Traditional Korean Soups and Stews and even rice and risotto (great for crisping texture)
2. Ceramic Bowl with no seasoning or pre-soaking necessary.
3. Use directly on gas or electric stovetops, in ovens, broilers and microwaves.
Why do I recommend it?: It’s the right serving size for 2+ people and is great for crisping/browning that other cookware won’t do.
Area for Improvement: Lid should be included with price. (it’s extra).
Alternatives - Cast Iron (similar but doesn’t crisp meats/grains the same).
Price Range: $17-$27

Category: Cookware
Product Name: Kyocera Advanced Ceramics – Revolution Series 3-Piece Set
Experience Level Needed? Novice
Features:
1. Lightweight and balanced design that’s easy-to-clean
2. Keeps the sharpness 10x than a traditional stainless steel knife
3. Food doesn’t oxidize or brown on a ceramic knife so food stays fresher.
Why do I recommend it?: When it comes to a daily use knife, ceramic knives are easy to use for all purposes and a great value as a set. The utility knife included is also great for tomatoes (and other tough skin fruits and veggies) and bread.

Area for Improvement: Have to be careful not to drop onto the floor as ceramic knives will chip.
Alternatives - N/A
Price Range: $90-$110