Author: James Whitfield
James Whitfield
James Whitfield is a culinary equipment specialist based in Portland, Oregon, with over 12 years of hands-on experience testing cookware and bakeware in both home and professional kitchen settings. A former line cook turned product reviewer, James has personally tested hundreds of pots, pans, Dutch ovens, and baking sheets to help home cooks find gear that performs as well as it looks. He holds a certification in culinary arts from a community college program and writes with a focus on durability, heat distribution, and real-world usability over marketing claims. When he's not in the test kitchen, James restores vintage cast iron as a hobby.
Learn how a food pan warmer works, what to look for in one, and how to use it properly. James Whitfield shares practical advice for keeping pans.
A broiling pot is not a specific pan but a technique using a broiler-safe vessel. Learn how to use one for even browning, caramelizing, and.
Discover how to pick the right bandeja aluminio for even baking, easy release, and lasting performance. Expert tips on gauge, coating, and care.
Learn how to use disposable aluminum grill pans for mess-free grilling. Expert tips on heat management, durability, and cleanup from a cookware.
We put six OXO Good Grips Nonstick Pro pans through a brutal month of home cooking. From fried eggs to sticky muffins, here’s which ones earned a.
We tested six rectangle glass dishes for even baking, lid fit, and durability. Our top picks handle everything from lasagna to roasted vegetables.
We put two heavy hitters head-to-head: bare cast iron vs enameled. Our month-long kitchen trial revealed a clear winner for searing, braising, and.
We tested two classics head-to-head to settle the debate. Our hands-on review of the Nuovva enameled dutch oven and the Lodge cast iron skillet.
We put two French icons head-to-head: Emile Henry’s ceramic bowl versus Le Creuset’s cast iron Dutch oven. Our honest verdict after a month of.
We pitted silicone against metal baking pans in real kitchens to settle the bakeware debate once and for all. Here’s our honest verdict on which.
We put the Wilton Silver 2-Piece Non-Stick Baking Sheet Set through real kitchen tests. Here’s our honest verdict on performance, durability, and.
Learn the professional techniques for cleaning Nordic Ware baking sheets, from everyday maintenance to removing stubborn burnt-on residue. A line.
Wondering if aluminum pans are safe in the microwave? Our cookware specialist explains the risks, the science, and when it’s okay to use them.
A restoration hobbyist’s honest take on tart foil trays. Learn gauge thickness, material science, and which trays actually hold up after years of.
We baked dozens of sheet cakes to find the most durable half sheet pans. The Wilton half sheet cake pan impressed us most, but three other.