Cookware & Bakeware

Look for the induction symbol on the pan or packaging. A quick check is to hold a magnet to the base: if it sticks firmly, the pan should work on an induction hob.

Cook on low to medium heat, use wooden or silicone utensils and hand wash with a soft sponge. Avoid metal scourers and plunging a hot pan into cold water.

Only if they are marked oven safe, and check the maximum temperature given. Plastic or wooden handles often limit oven use.

Most recipes state the tin size, such as a 20cm round tin for a classic sponge. A different size changes the baking time, so check the cake earlier or later than the recipe says.

Thin trays can buckle when heated quickly or rinsed while hot. Heavier trays are more stable, and letting trays cool before washing helps prevent warping.