Senior Editor
Hank Reeves
Former line cook turned home cook with 30 years of daily cast iron use and 80+ vintage skillets restored. Seasons every pan from bare iron and cooks acid sauces in it.
Hank — CastIronCanon
We test gear and read specs so you can shortlist with confidence.
Coverage angle: former line cook turned home cook, 30 years of daily cast iron use, restored more than 80 vintage Griswold and Wagner pieces.
Investigations
- Cast Iron Brand Comparison & Buying Guide FAQ
Straight comparisons between Lodge, Le Creuset, Staub, Smithey, and Stargazer, plus what actually makes one cast iron brand better than another.
- Cast Iron Cleaning & Storage FAQ
Direct answers on soap, scrubbing, burnt-on food, sticky residue, and how to store cast iron so it's rust-free the next time you reach for it.
- Cast Iron Seasoning & Rust Removal FAQ
Straight answers on fixing rust, reseasoning from bare metal, sticky pans, and which oils actually hold up at seasoning temperatures.