From the kitchen of Martin Odeu

Why a Michelin star chef threw out every coated pan he owned

Fifteen years in Michelin kitchens. Martin has cooked on everything. Cast iron, stainless, ceramic, copper, every coating on the market. Today he uses one pan. Here's why.

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Martin Odeu I cook on one pan now. This is it. Martin Odeu · Chef, 1 Michelin star
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Martin Odeu · 1 Michelin star

In Martin's own words

Six reasons he cooks on titanium

  1. There's nothing in it to end up in your food
    Bare hammered titanium. No layer on top of it.
    01

    There's nothing in it to end up in your food

    Every coated pan I've owned failed the same way. First a scratch, then a blister, then little flakes that go somewhere. And somewhere is dinner. Titanium has nothing to break down, because there's nothing sitting on top of it. It's solid metal all the way through, and it cooks the same on day one thousand as it did on day one.

  2. PFAS free, and I mean the whole pan
    One piece of metal. Nowhere for a chemical to hide.
    02

    PFAS free, and I mean the whole pan

    The forever chemicals are in most pans sold as safe. They build up in the body and they don't leave. Europe is already moving to ban them. I won't cook with them in my restaurant, so I'm certainly not doing it at home. No PFAS, no PTFE, no PFOA. Nothing hidden under the surface, because there's no surface to hide under.

  3. Food lets go without a chemical doing it for you
    Preheat, a little fat, and the egg slides.
    03

    Food lets go without a chemical doing it for you

    The hammered texture does what a good professional pan has always done. Eggs slide. Fish lifts away whole. You preheat, you use a little fat, and the metal takes it from there. That isn't a coating doing the work. That's cooking.

  4. You buy this pan once
    The bench wears out before the pan does.
    04

    You buy this pan once

    A nonstick pan gives you one to three years, then you replace it and start again. Titanium doesn't wear out, because there's nothing to wear away. After fifteen years in professional kitchens I know what survives. This does. There's a 25 year warranty on it, and I doubt most people will ever need to use it.

  5. One pan, every hob, every dish
    Gas, induction, oven, open flame.
    05

    One pan, every hob, every dish

    Induction, gas, oven, open flame. Oven safe to 260 degrees, dishwasher safe, and half the weight of cast iron. In a working kitchen you need a pan that doesn't flinch. At home, with a family to feed, that matters even more.

  6. And right now it’s more than half off
    Martin at the prep counter, before service.
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    And right now it’s more than half off

    No coating, no chemical, no compromise. I didn’t put my name on this company to sell someone else’s pan. This is the one I reach for when I cook for my own family. Every pan is made in small batches, and since people started sharing them online they go fast.

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There's nothing under the surface. That's the whole idea.

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The Titanium Pan

By chef Martin Odeu, awarded one Michelin star

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Solid titanium, hammered for extra strength. There’s no coating, so there’s nothing to wear off. Works on gas, electric, ceramic and induction, and goes in the oven up to 260°C. Dishwasher and metal utensil safe.

The 26 cm pan weighs about 1.1 kg.

Why Martin chose titanium

No coating, no PFAS. You cook on titanium, so there’s nothing to wear off.

Food lets go with a little oil. The hammered surface sears beautifully and releases clean.

Built for life. One pan, backed by a 25 year warranty.

Shipping, returns & warranty

Free shipping, shipped in 1 to 3 working days.

Cook with your pan at home for 30 days. If it isn’t the best pan you’ve owned, send it back for a full refund. After that, your 25 year warranty has you covered.

Caring for your pan

Martin’s tip: warm your pan over medium heat first, then add a little oil or butter. Titanium holds heat really well, so you’ll rarely need high heat.

Wash it with warm soapy water, or just pop it in the dishwasher.

Not sure which size?

Every pan is made the same way. Pick the one that fits how you cook.

  • 22 cm 8.5 in

    Solo

    1 to 2 portions · 2 eggs

    22 cm pan with 1 to 2 portions · 2 eggs

    The quick one. Eggs in the morning, a piece of fish, a sauce on the side.

  • 26 cm 10 in

    Most versatile

    2 to 3 portions · 4 eggs

    26 cm pan with 2 to 3 portions · 4 eggs

    The one I reach for most. Room to sear properly without crowding the pan.

  • 30 cm 12 in

    Family

    3 to 4 portions · 6 eggs

    30 cm pan with 3 to 4 portions · 6 eggs

    For a full table. Four chicken thighs or a pan of vegetables in one go.

Martin Odeu Not sure? Start with the 26 cm. It is the pan I reach for most. Martin Odeu · 1 Michelin star

Reviews

Home cooks on their Chez Martin

  • From the chef

    I made this pan the way I'd want to use it myself. Without compromise.

    Martin OdeuChef, 1 Michelin star

  • Eggs actually slide

    I was sceptical without a coating, but you warm it up, add a bit of butter and the omelette comes out in one piece. Three months in and it still looks new.

    E Emma H. Set · Verified buyer

  • The last pan I’ll buy

    We went through two nonstick pans in four years. This one handles the metal spatula, goes in the oven and comes out of the dishwasher looking the same. Heavier than I expected, in a good way.

    D Daniel R. Single · Verified buyer

  • Give it a week

    It cooks differently from a coated pan, you really do need to warm it up first. Once I got that right my steaks got better than they have ever been. I should have bought the set straight away.

    M Margaret W. Complete set · Verified buyer

Why Chez Martin

What a chef looks for

Five things Martin expects from a pan. Here's how the most popular options compare.

What matters
Chef's pickChez Martin
Nonstick
Stainless steel

  • Lifespan

    Chez MartinLasts for years, 25 year warranty
    NonstickCoating wears over time
    Stainless steelLasts a long time

  • Metal utensils

    Chez MartinNo problem
    NonstickScratches the coating
    Stainless steelTotally fine

  • Heat

    Chez MartinEven, right to the edge
    NonstickOften hot and cold spots
    Stainless steelDepends on the core

  • Sticking

    Chez MartinVery little, with preheating and a bit of fat
    NonstickVery little, while the coating lasts
    Stainless steelSticks easily

  • Oven and induction

    Chez MartinBoth, oven safe up to 260°C
    NonstickOften not oven safe
    Stainless steelUsually both

One pan for life, backed by a 25 year warranty

FAQ

Everything you want to know

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Martin Odeu Titanium cooks a little differently. If you're unsure about anything, just ask. Martin Odeu · Founder

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Who is Martin Odeu?

A French chef with one Michelin star. With Chez Martin, he's bringing the tools from his kitchen into yours, at a price that works for home cooks.

How is this different from a nonstick pan?

A nonstick pan relies on a coating, and coatings wear out. Ours doesn't have one. You cook straight on titanium, so there's nothing to lose over time.

Is it safe to cook with?

There's no coating, so nothing can flake into your food. The pan is made without PFAS and PTFE.

Will food really not stick?

Titanium isn't a coating, so it takes a little technique. Martin's tip: preheat over medium heat, then add oil or butter. After that, most food lets go by itself.

Can I use metal utensils?

Yes. Spatulas, tongs and whisks are all fine.

Which heat sources does it work on?

Gas, electric, induction, ceramic and in the oven up to 260°C.

Is it dishwasher safe?

Yes. Often a quick rinse with warm water is all it needs.

How does the warranty work?

You get a 25 year warranty against manufacturing defects. If something's wrong, we'll replace your pan for free.

How heavy is it?

The 28 cm pan weighs about 1.1 kg. That's lighter than cast iron, so it's easy to handle.

Do I need to season it?

No. You can use it straight out of the box.

Martin Odeu, founder of Chez Martin

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