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The Matfer Bourgeat 11 in. Carbon Steel Fry Pan is a heavy duty, high quality steel pan with a strong steel handle. You can season it like cast iron to enhance non-stick performance and will extend the life of the pan. This pan is ok to use on all heating elements, including induction.
Top-notch heat retention and temperature control is excellent for searing meats, cooking eggs, sautéing vegetables, grilling fish, and cooking a wide range of dishes Learn More

The Professional Workhorse: Matfer Bourgeat Carbon Steel A pan that thrives in the heat of a busy kitchen and matures into a natural nonstick surface with every sear. In the high-pressure environment of a commercial kitchen, equipment doesn't get a day off. The Matfer Bourgeat 11 5/8 inch Black Carbon Steel Fry Pan is built for exactly that pace. Crafted in France since 1814, this pan is not merely a tool; it is a long-term investment in your culinary technique. Unlike fragile nonstick coatings that flake and fail, this carbon steel pan is a raw, reactive material that earns its keep. When you first receive the pan, it arrives with a protective beeswax coating—our first step is to scrub this away to reveal the bare steel beneath. With proper heat and oil, this pan develops a deep, dark patina. This isn't just cosmetic; it is a functional, natural nonstick surface that gets better the more you use it. Whether you are searing a dry-aged ribeye to achieve a crust that would make a steakhouse jealous, or sliding delicate sunny-side-up eggs onto a plate, the heat retention here is precise and reliable. Its heavy-duty handle is welded directly to the body, eliminating internal rivets where food and bacteria hide—a detail that makes a world of difference when you are scrubbing down after a long dinner service. It is heavy, it is honest, and it is built to survive a lifetime of high-heat cooking. Learn More

The Matfer Bourgeat 12 3/8 in. Carbon Steel Fry Pan is a heavy duty, high quality steel pan with a strong steel handle. You can season it like cast iron to enhance non-stick performance and will extend the life of the pan. This pan is ok to use on all heating elements, including induction.
Top-notch heat retention and temperature control is excellent for searing meats, cooking eggs, sautéing vegetables, grilling fish, and cooking a wide range of dishes Learn More

The Matfer Bourgeat 14 3/8 in. Carbon Steel Fry Pan is a heavy duty, high quality steel pan with a strong steel handle. You can season it like cast iron to enhance non-stick performance and will extend the life of the pan. This pan is ok to use on all heating elements, including induction.
Top-notch heat retention and temperature control is excellent for searing meats, cooking eggs, sautéing vegetables, grilling fish, and cooking a wide range of dishes Learn More

The Matfer Bourgeat 8 5/8 in. Carbon Steel Fry Pan is a heavy duty, high quality steel pan with a strong steel handle. You can season it like cast iron to enhance non-stick performance and will extend the life of the pan. This pan is ok to use on all heating elements, including induction.
Top-notch heat retention and temperature control is excellent for searing meats, cooking eggs, sautéing vegetables, grilling fish, and cooking a wide range of dishes Learn More

The Matfer Bourgeat 9 3/8 in. Carbon Steel Fry Pan is a heavy duty, high quality steel pan with a strong steel handle. You can season it like cast iron to enhance non-stick performance and will extend the life of the pan. This pan is ok to use on all heating elements, including induction.
Top-notch heat retention and temperature control is excellent for searing meats, cooking eggs, sautéing vegetables, grilling fish, and cooking a wide range of dishes Learn More

The Professional's Workhorse: Matfer Bourgeat Black Carbon Steel For chefs who demand the thermal mass of cast iron without the weight or the fragile coating of chemical non-stick, the Matfer Bourgeat 10-inch Carbon Steel Fry Pan (062003) is the definitive choice. This isn't a consumer-grade skillet; it is a heavy-duty tool built to withstand 18-hour shifts. The black carbon steel construction allows for rapid temperature response, making it as effective for delicate pan-seared scallops as it is for a heavy ribeye. What sets the Matfer Bourgeat apart is its structural integrity. Unlike pans with stamped rivets that collect bacteria and carbonized fat, this pan features a high-quality welded steel handle. This creates a perfectly smooth interior cooking surface, allowing your spatula to move unimpeded while ensuring total food safety and hygiene. Over time, as you season this pan with oil and heat, it develops a natural patina that outperforms PTFE coatings while remaining entirely PFOA-free. Whether you are deglazing on a high-BTU gas range or utilizing the precision of a modern induction hob, the 062003 remains perfectly flat and responsive. This is a pan designed to be passed down through generations of cooks, growing more effective with every service. Learn More

For the task that requires the utmost delicacy and focus, there is the Paderno 7 1/8-inch Black Steel Frying Pan. This is the most specialized skillet in the arsenal, a true micro-tool for the culinary artist. Its purpose is singular and precise: to perfectly toast a tablespoon of sesame seeds without a single one burning, to gently brown a pat of butter for a finishing sauce, or to cook one small quail egg to perfection. Its tiny thermal mass means it heats up in a mere moment, offering instantaneous feedback and control. Constructed from the same rugged black steel as its larger counterparts, this miniature powerhouse is built for performance. It’s a pan that you will season and cherish, watching as it develops a dark, glossy patina—a natural non-stick surface that’s a testament to its specialized use. Incredibly lightweight and almost an extension of your hand, it embodies the Paderno principle that no detail is too small for a dedicated, professional-grade tool. This isn't just a pan; it's your instrument for adding the most refined and final touches to your culinary creations. Learn More

This is the secret weapon of the detail-oriented chef. The Paderno 7 7/8-inch Black Steel Frying Pan is a specialized tool designed for the final, masterful touches that define a dish. It is the perfect vessel for blooming a spoonful of spices until fragrant, browning a single clove of garlic in butter to start a sauce, or melting cheese for a perfect gratinée. Its tiny footprint allows it to absorb heat with lightning speed, offering an unparalleled level of responsiveness for tasks where seconds matter. Engineered from rugged black steel, this diminutive skillet is built to handle intense, direct heat. It’s a pan that asks for your personal touch, rewarding you with a deep, dark patina that builds with every use—a completely organic non-stick surface created by your own cooking. Incredibly nimble and effortless to handle, it’s a pure expression of the Paderno philosophy: professional-grade tools for every task, no matter how small. This is the pan for perfecting the final 1% that makes all the difference. Learn More