In case you missed it, here is the FX bear is back, with all three seasons now streaming on Hulu, and if you're anything like me, you've been trying hard over the past week to savor the 10 new episodes rather than binge-watch them in one night, which is a challenge, to say the least.
For those who haven't started watching yet, the majority of the new season takes place in The Bear's (the name of the restaurant and the show) kitchen, a space that alternates between complete chaos and meditative calm on a minute-to-minute basis. Between these scenes and the numerous flashbacks to chef Carmen (Kermy) Belzatto's past restaurant experiences, I couldn't help but notice some familiar favorites. Carmy has good taste, as evidenced by her penchant for classic Bon Appétit favorites, including All-Clad cookware, a Vitamix blender, and a trusty Benriner mandolin. Read on for all the Bon Appétit-approved ways Carmy outfits her kitchen, and you can, too.
All-Clad Cookware
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Hulu/FX bear
Bear comes with a full set of All-Clad cookware, and that's no surprise. All-Clad has been a longtime favorite in Bon Appétit's test kitchen for its incredibly well-made stainless steel pots and pans, which consistently earn top marks in our product reviews. All-Clad stainless steel products have a triple-wall construction that distributes heat evenly, retains heat, and is extremely durable. In the words of Food Director Chris Morocco, All-Clad pans are “unbreakable.” We've seen All-Clad pans of all shapes and sizes used throughout the season on the show, from blanching delicate snap peas to finishing off pasta dishes.
Mauviel cookware
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Hulu/FX bear
In the first episode of season three, we see plenty of Carmy working alongside legendary chef Daniel Boulud at his eponymous New York restaurant, Daniel. It's hard to miss the army of gleaming, authentic copper pots in the kitchen. A close-up shot reveals that they're from French cookware company Mauviel. One of the world's oldest and most well-known cookware manufacturers, the company is known for its copper pots and pans, which frequently appear in our gift guides. They're popular among professional chefs (and Bon Appétit staff) because they respond quickly to changes in heat. Copper is ideal for the precision cooking required in restaurants, like maintaining the temperature of oil when deep-frying waffle-like potatoes or keeping the edges of a demi-glace from burning.
Benriner Mandolin
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Hulu/FX bear
Benriner is the gold standard of mandolines among professional chefs everywhere, including food editor Silpa Uskokovic, so it's no surprise to see Carmie and Boulud using Benriners in their own kitchens. Benriners are popular for a few reasons, including their simple, slim, lightweight design that's easy to store and intuitive to use. They also have sharp blades that allow you to slice almost anything as thin as you want. On the show, you can see Benriner mandolines being used to make paper-thin potato slices at Danielle and to create ribbons of carrots for Carmie's intricate, flower-like tarts, a new menu item on The Bear.
Vitamix 5200
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We think the Vitamix is the king of blenders, and it seems Carmie thinks so too. It's hard to pinpoint which exact model is in this photo, but we're betting it's the Vitamix 5200. It's Food Director Chris Morocco's top pick (and a product test winner on our sister site Epicurious) for its ideal blend of simplicity, intuitiveness, and power. For creating silky, restaurant-quality sauces, like the vibrant green puree Carmie makes in Season 3, Episode 1, the Vitamix is the perfect tool.
Dyson vacuum cleaner
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The cordless vacuum charging on the wall next to Carmy's office is unmistakably a Dyson V8 Absolute, which Senior Writer Emily Faris deemed a standout performer in her vacuum cleaner tests. While the new V12 may have more features, Carmy's choice is a simple yet effective design that fits perfectly with The Bear's clean, minimalist décor.
Pottery by Jono Pandolfi
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If you're wondering about the beautiful porcelain dishes The Bear's food comes on, they're from the New Jersey-based studio of Jono Pandolfi, whose company supplies many of the country's trendiest luxury restaurants and hotels. They're handcrafted creations, as Richie reminds Carmie about the subtle sizing difference between the two dishes. Essentially the same The bowls are a staple in our office food photography: Chris Morocco raved about them in 2021, writing that they're his go-to tool for turning even the most haphazard lunch into something unmistakably Instagram-worthy.
Duxtop Portable Induction Cooktop 9600LS
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Marcus perfectly demonstrates the wonders of induction cooking by melting sugar into caramel using this top-tested induction cooktop, the Duxtop 9600LS. This cooktop is unmatched in terms of precision and control, both of which are important when cooking with delicate sugars.
Microplane Grater
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If you don't have a Microplane grater in your kitchen, consider this a sign to buy one — or, if you can't remember when you last bought one, invest in a new one. These fine-mesh graters are perfect for a variety of kitchen tasks, from shaving Parmesan cheese over a pasta dish to grating ginger and garlic into a stir-fry. The Microplane is a bona fide kitchen essential for me, whether I'm a professional pastry chef like Marcus or a home cook trying to whip up dinner on a weeknight.
