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Toasters & Griddles.
From the cast iron griddle that earns its place in every recipe to the smart toaster that checks its own browning. Everything here has earned a permanent spot in a serious breakfast kitchen.
Lodge Cast Iron Reversible Griddle
Our most-used piece of cookware. Reversible griddle and grill, preseasoned. For msemen, potato farls, crumpets, pancakes, and any recipe that needs consistent, even heat from a surface that lasts forever.
Breville Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster
The Lift & Look feature is genuinely useful — check your toast without interrupting the cycle. 5 toast functions, A bit Toast technology that adjusts for room temperature. The toaster that spoils every other toaster.
Cuisinart 2-Slice Toaster, Wide Slot
Six shade settings, extra-wide slots for thick sourdough slices. Brushed stainless. Does exactly what it says for half the price of premium toasters. The honest value-for-money pick.
Nordic Ware Restaurant Griddle
Heavy aluminium stovetop griddle that spans two burners. Even heat distribution, very easy to clean. Better than cast iron for delicate pancakes and crêpes where you want gentle, consistent heat.
Cuisinart Griddler 5-in-1
Full grill, half grill, full griddle, half griddle, and panini press. Removable plates that go in the dishwasher. The one appliance that replaces several others — good if your kitchen is small.
Dash Mini Waffle Maker
The smallest, most cheerful waffle maker available. Heats in under a minute, makes one personal waffle, and stores in a drawer. Unexpectedly excellent for quick weekend breakfasts with children.
Cast iron requires seasoning and care but lasts indefinitely. If you're new to cast iron, the Lodge is the best first piece — it arrives preseasoned and is nearly indestructible.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I start with a cast iron griddle or an aluminium one?
- Cast iron (like the Lodge) builds flavour over time and lasts forever, but needs a little care. Aluminium (like the Nordic Ware) is lighter, easier to clean, and better for delicate crêpes. Start with whichever matches how you actually cook.
- Is the Breville toaster worth the extra cost over the Cuisinart?
- If you toast daily and care about consistency, yes. The Lift & Look and A Bit Toast features genuinely reduce burnt or pale slices. For occasional use, the Cuisinart does the job well at half the price.
- How do I care for a preseasoned cast iron griddle?
- Rinse with hot water while still warm, dry thoroughly, and rub a thin layer of oil over the surface. Avoid dish soap regularly. The Lodge arrives preseasoned and gets better with each use, not worse.
- Can the Cuisinart Griddler replace a separate toaster and griddle?
- For small kitchens, yes. It handles pancakes, grilled sandwiches, and paninis well. It won't replace a dedicated toaster for bread slices, but it covers most of the same breakfast territory in one appliance.
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