New: Fat Daddio's 2012 Bakeware

Fat Daddio's Flat Bottom Mixing Bowls

We added to Chef Tools last Thursday a host of new bakeware by Fat Daddio’s. Fat Daddio’s has always been a bakeware innovator, but they’ve introduced a couple of new products this year that are particularly exceptional. My favorite is the line of flat bottom mixing bowls: they don’t move or rock like round bottom bowls, and they’re super easy to use with spatulas (also, if you buy a couple of different sizes, they stack on top of each other really well). 

Here are some other highlights from the new 2012 Fat Daddio’s line:

Silicone Veiners (molds) in multiple shapes

Silicone veiners: Use these veiners – or, more simply, molds - to form beautiful fondant shapes quickly and easily. Simply press your fondant into this mold and remove. The silicone is naturally nonstick, so your shape will release easily every time. Made of durable, FDA-approved silicone. 

3-Cup sifter: Perfectly sift your dry ingredients with this sifter. A squeeze handle operates it, so you can sift with one hand.  This design also reduces tension on the sifting blades, which means this sifter will outlast others – no more sticking (or stuck) sifting blades.

Silicone string molds: Ever see a professional wedding cake outlined with pretty little fondant pearls? Now you can do that at home. Simply add a thin rope of fondant to this mold and squeeze shut. You're left with a string of beautiful pearls. Comes in a variety of sizes and shapes, too (pearls, roses, braided rope). 

Balloon whisk (multiple sizes): These are the most solid, comfortable whisks ever produced. Fat Daddio's manufactured these whisks in response to customer requests for a better, higher-torque mixing tool - the result is an entirely new design, with a solid core handle and solid, easy to clean stainless steel blades.

Fat Daddio's Confectionary Funnel

Confectionary funnel: Reenact “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” in your home kitchen with this incredible tool. This machine doles out perfectly sized drops of chocolate, ganache, jelly or any food. Simply fill this funnel and dispense by depressed the lever with your thumb. A stainless steel piston pushes out fillings evenly and quickly. Perfect for garnishing plates, filling chocolates, or portioning out melted chocolate. Includes a stand and tips for decorating. Does not include Oompa Loompas.

Check out all the new Fat Daddio’s products at ChefTools.com!

New Bakeware

Nonstick Large Cookie Sheet Stuff It Up Pan

With over 90 new items from Chicago Metallic, we've got a lot for a baker to love. Chicago Metallic has completely re-designed their product line to offer more affordable, durable baking pans and accessories for the commercial kitchen and home baker. Their nonstick bakeware line features an Ilaflon Resist finish that will not chip or peel and it can withstand temperatures up to 550 F. Chicago Metallic bakeware is dishwasher safe and comes with a 25 year warranty. With the holidays coming up quickly, the Nonstick Large Cookie Sheet (pictured top left) is a great piece of bakeware to have in your kitchen. It is heavy duty, bakes evenly, and is very easy to clean. With the Chicago Metallic cookie sheet, you will be cranking out delicious cookie after cookie with ease. The new Chicago Metallic Commercial II line of bakeware is pretty amazing as well. Designed for maximum durability, each piece of Commercial II bakeware is made with heavy-weight aluminized steel, which also provides superior heat conduction and even baking. These pans are uncoated, dishwasher safe, and come with a lifetime warranty. We've also added 20 new pieces of specialty bakeware from Chicago Metallic. One of the more unique pans in this line is the Nonstick Stuff It Up Pan (pictured bottom left), which prevents stuffed foods from falling over or losing shape while baking. Stuff It Up is ideal for stuffed peppers, tomatoes, artichokes, and more. Another unique item in this line is the Nonstick Stocking Pan, just in time for the holidays! With this pan, you can easily bake small stocking-shaped cakelettes, add some simple frosting and/or Christmas dec-ons, then serve them to your family and friends.

Fat Daddio's Bakeware

Fat Daddio's Round Cake Pan

What's so great about Fat Daddio's bakeware you ask? Well, there are many reasons a Fat Daddio's pan is a good investment. The first reason is because each and every piece of Fat Daddio's bakeware comes with a lifetime warranty. The second reason is because Fat Daddio's bakeware is made with anodized aluminum. When aluminum goes through the anodizing process it comes out completely sealed with a smooth, scratch-resistant surface that ensures there is no cross-contamination. The anodizing process also prevents aluminum from leaching into your baked goods, which is very important. Another reason Fat Daddio's bakeware is a good investment is because of the way it evenly bakes your cakes, cupcakes, cookies and confections. Each cake pan, cookie sheet and cupcake/muffin pan are precision engineered for exceptional baking performance and durability. Fat Daddio's bakeware is also dishwasher safe, which makes clean-up a breeze. Shop all Fat Daddio's bakeware HERE

Kaiser Bakeware

Kaiser Bakeware is Europe's largest manufacturer of quality bakeware for the home baker. At Chef Tools, we carry over 150+ Kaiser cake pans, cookie cutters, baking tools and more. If you have never used a Kaiser pan before, one of the first things you will notice is how evenly their pans heat. This gives you beautifully (and evenly) browned cookies, cakes, bread and pizza. Besides offering up quality baking pans, Kaiser is probably best known for inventing the springform pan. They developed the springform concept and, from there, expanded a standard pan into a variety of shapes, sizes, and mold textures. For the home baker, the La Forme Plus line of baking pans may seem a bit pricey, but you have to take into account the results and longevity you will get from a La Forme Plus pan. A Kaiser La Forme Plus pan comes with a 10 year warranty and is made with the latest nonstick technology. They also feature a tough, scratch-proof enamel surface that you can use utensils and sharp knives on without damage. A La Forme Plus pan is a relatively small investment when you compare it to the outstanding return you get each and every day you use it. Another great line of bakeware under the Kaiser brand is the Specialty Bakeware collection. In it you will find Bake & Take pans which feature a tight-fitting, removable lid with handles. These pans are ideal for bringing a fresh loaf of bread, batch of cookies or cupcakes, or a homemade pizza with you to your next event. The Specialty Bakeware line also features braided pans. These pans come with a recipe booklet and will add an amazing "braid" effect to your baked goods. Shop all Kaiser Bakeware here