GenWare products are manufactured to provide the robustness and durability required for maximum performance in the hospitality and foodservice industry. We recommend for all of our products that are intended to come into contact with foodstuffs to remove any labels or packaging and to wash, rinse and dry before first use.

Product Care:

Black iron cookware is suitable for use on all heat sources including induction. Black iron products are supplied with a coating of protective lacquer that should be removed by washing in hot soapy water prior to use. The products should then be seasoned before use; this is best done by gently heating about 1cm of oil in the base of the pan. After heating the oil, allow it to cool before disposing of the oil, wipe the pan with kitchen paper.

This seasoning starts the beginning of a naturally forming ‘patina’ on the surface. The patina will develop with regular use and the surface of the pan develops a natural non-stick layer. After cooking with black iron, the pan should only be carefully wiped out with kitchen paper.

Always store the pan in a dry place to avoid the pan rusting. If light rust spots do occur, they can be carefully removed with a scourer. The seasoning process should then be repeated before further use.

Black iron products are not dishwasher safe.