Sustainable pans: what should you pay attention to?

Material with a mission

Sustainability starts with the basics: the material. Cast iron, stainless steel, and aluminum are frontrunners when it comes to long-term use and heat resistance. At Cook & Pan, you consciously choose these materials – not because you have to, but because you can. Your pans last for years and perform time and again like a culinary champion.

Ceramic non-stick coating: gliding without poison, with the power of nature

Non-stick may be easy, but chemical messing around? You don't do that. Your ceramic non-stick coatings are made with natural minerals and real ceramic – so yes, there is literally a piece of Mother Nature in your pan. No PFAS, no PFOA, no toxic fumes at high temperatures. What you do get: a smooth surface where everything slides off like butter in a hot pan. Sustainable for you and the planet.

Green inside and out

Some of your pans are not only green in thought, but also in color. And that's no coincidence. Your green color symbolizes sustainability with flair – as if nature itself has come to cook along. It is your subtle nod to environmentally conscious choices, packaged in a stylish shade that freshens up every kitchen. This is how sustainability literally becomes a statement on your stove.

Cast iron: the powerhouse of the kitchen

Cast iron is like that one friend who never lets you down. This pan retains heat as if its life depended on it, and also distributes it perfectly. Sustainable? Absolutely. Timeless? You bet. And you can literally keep cooking on it until your (grand)children take over.

Stainless steel: stainless and rock solid

Stainless steel is an all-rounder. It is not only resistant to scratches, dents and acidic ingredients, but also to trends. A stainless steel pan is an investment in carefree cooking pleasure. Bonus points: it is 100% recyclable.

Aluminum: lightweight with power

Aluminum is light, heats up quickly and is unstoppable in the kitchen. Thanks to your smart ceramic coating, you cook healthier with less fat. And that without sacrificing taste or sustainability.

Bakelite: smart grip, smart choice

Instead of wooden handles – beautiful, but not always sustainable – at Cook & Pan you use bakelite. This material is heat-resistant, durable and super comfortable in the hand. It gives your pan a modern look and lasts much longer. Practical and stylish.

Sustainability is in the use

A pan may have been produced 'green', but if you write it off after two months, it won't work. Good use = sustainable use. Think: don't overheat, use to size, and don't scrape with metal spatulas as if you're scratching open a lottery ticket.

Long live your pan: care & cleaning are worth their weight in gold

A pan that lasts a long time requires a little love. Don't panic: you don't have to be a kitchen saint. Just be smart about heat (medium is the new max), don't use metal spatulas and never shock a red-hot pan with an ice-cold stream of water. This prevents warping and scratches.

And then the cleaning. Spoiler: keeping your ceramic pan in top shape is easier than you think. Just a little soapy water, a soft sponge – and voilà. Stubborn leftovers? A little baking soda works wonders. Do you really want to know how to get your pan sparkling clean without damaging it? Then check out this step-by-step cleaning blog.

For those who want to dive even deeper: you also have a care guide that literally makes your pan shine. Because taking good care = enjoying longer. And you're a fan of that.

Packaging with a vision

Did you know that packaging also has an impact? Your boxes are made from recycled cardboard and are designed so that you can reuse them – as a storage box, cat house or mini kitchen for your kids. Anything but waste.

You compensate your cooking passion

Yes, even with sustainable production, CO₂ is released. But you don't dwell on that. For every pan you order, you compensate for the CO₂ emissions from the production and transport process. That means: you bake without feeling guilty, you take care of the rest. Nice and responsible, without you having to calculate.

Checklist: this is how you choose a truly sustainable pan

• Choose high-quality materials: cast iron, stainless steel or aluminum
• Pay attention to a ceramic non-stick coating without harmful substances
• Check whether that layer is made of natural minerals and ceramic
• Look at details such as a bakelite handle
• Check whether the pan is dishwasher safe
• See if the pan is recyclable or reusable
• Pay attention to CO₂ compensation from the brand
• Bonus points if your pan is also green on the outside 😉

Why Cook & Pan is the right choice

Your pans are not only sustainable in material, but also in ideology. You cook with guts, design and responsibility. No empty promises, but pans that deliver on their promise – time and time again.

• Free from PFAS and other junk
• Ceramic non-stick coating with natural minerals
• Handles made of bakelite: heatproof and longlife
• Packaged in recycled material
• Compensation of the entire CO₂ emissions
• In fresh colors, including… green of course!

Final word: sustainable cooking is a party

Sustainability may sound like a serious matter, but at Cook & Pan you make it fun above all else. With colorful cookware, honest information and products that make you happy, you make sustainability nice and light. No sermons, just pans. And that is exactly the intention.