Styles and Shapes

Fry pans
A shallow pan with long handle for frying meats, eggs, pancakes etc.

Dutch Ovens
Excellent for braising and slow cooking meats. Features straight wall sides with two side handles.

Saucepans
A pan with a long handle with tight fitting lids. Used for cooking vegetables, sauces, warming soups etc.

Saucier
A saucepan with a rounded base for stirring and whisking of sauces. Wider diameter at top of pan for reduction of liquid.