The new 'Pots & Pans' range by Alessi are a wonderfully simple looking pan set, that reveal fabulous innovative details. Designed by Jasper Morrison, the 'Pots & Pan' range includes everything from saucepans and casserole to frying pans and pasta pots. Each pan is made from stainless steel and features an aluminium and steel base that heats quickly and evenly. The true beauty however is in the small details like the flared lip for clean pouring, a lovely gentle curving base that's easy to get a spoon around, and the fabulous heavy lids that can be lifted by slipping a spoon under the distinctive handle. Durable and practical pans, the Alessi range is free of chemical coatings and plastic parts and offers an elegant and simple design perfect for any kitchen. Part of Alessi's new affordable range, A di Alessi, the 'Pots & Pan' are dishwasher safe. Available from design-conscious.co.uk, prices start at £33.00 for a frying pan up to £102 for the pasta set. In the US an eight piece set is available for $370 from HiveModern.com.