Last-minute Christmas stress? This is what you absolutely need to check before dinner

Check your frying pan panic

Just marinated your turkey, ready to pop it in the oven… and then: panic! Does it even fit in your pan? The nightmare of every home cook. So before you start: check your cookware. With a spacious cast iron pan from Cook & Pan you don’t have to worry about that for a second. Those things can literally handle anything – except stress.

Do you have enough kitchen tools?

Three courses, five pots and pans, one whisk and zero rest. Sound familiar? Make sure your kitchen tools are ready. From tongs to skimmers, it’s a shame if you have to stir the sauce with a coffee spoon. Need to top up quickly? Take a look among our accessories.

Preparation is winning

Chop your vegetables, peel your garlic and measure your ingredients in advance – preferably the night before. That way, on the day itself you only have to cook, without rushing or searching for that one jar of spices. Our aluminium and stainless steel pots and pans are totally ready for this and heat up super fast. Ready? Then you can get started right away. And if you’re still looking for a gift for the chef in the house: check out our gifts up to €50.

Test your equipment

You don’t want to find out your oven is acting up only when the roast is ready. So check if everything works: oven, hob, extractor hood, everything. And don’t forget: our pots and pans are suitable for all heat sources – from gas to induction. That saves you stress (and a YouTube tutorial).

Don’t forget your tableware

The food may be fantastic, but if you have six people and only four plates… then it’s tapas with a twist. Count everything: plates, glasses, cutlery. And while you’re at it: a table runner works wonders. For a little extra Christmas on the table (or a last-minute surprise): dive into our December deals.

Table: complete or chaos?

Has that favourite frying pan suddenly disappeared and are you still serving the potatoes in your student days’ pan? This is the moment to give your kitchen a little upgrade. Nothing left to serve nicely? Then take a look at our gifts up to €75, you’ll find plenty of beautiful things to really finish your table.

Want to avoid washing up? Plan smart

No one wants to start Boxing Day with a mountain of dishes. Luckily, our pots and pans are dishwasher safe. Aluminium, stainless steel – just pop them in. That way you have time left for a second glass of wine (or an extra piece of dessert). Still looking for a hassle-free gift? Think about a gift card – always a good idea.

Test the table setting

Who sits where? And is there enough space between that bowl of potatoes and Aunt Truus? Set the table a day in advance. That way you avoid last-minute chair shuffling or having to pull out the raclette set. Plus: it gives you time to shop among our gifts for women or gifts for men.

Little hands, hot pots and pans

Got kids running around? Make sure hot pots and pans and sharp tools stay out of their reach. Our cast iron pans stay hot for a long time – great for your stew, but also a magnet for curious fingers. Safety first then. And for something cheerful under the tree: check all gifts 🎁.

Plan your plan B (and C)

What if the turkey fails? Or the sauce turns into cement? Don’t worry. Make sure you have something up your sleeve. A simple pasta, a ready-made dessert solution, or just an impressive snack board. With a stylish pan from Cook & Pan you can serve even your backup like a pro. Need something else? Take a look at the gifts up to €100.

The ultimate Christmas checklist

• Are your pots and pans ready for action?
• Is your kitchenware complete?
• Have you tested if your oven works?
• Is your tableware in order (and enough)?
• Is the table already nicely set?

And then… in breath, out breath, just cook

Christmas is not a competition. It’s about togetherness, good food and above all: enjoying. With a bit of preparation and the right pots and pans from Cook & Pan you’re definitely set. Don’t let it stress you out, turn on that oven, put on your apron and pretend you’re hosting a cooking show. You’ve got this.

Don’t forget before you sit down at the table

• Open the wine on time. (That’s not a tip, that’s a rule.)
• Set a timer. (For your turkey and your mood.)
• Take a photo of your masterpiece. (For eternity – or just Instagram.)