A food-lover’s guide to cooking with natural gas

Posted on Sep 09, 2020


You’ve heard the saying ‘cooking with gas’ – and there’s a good reason why people use the phrase ‘when things are running effectively’!

If you’ve never cooked with natural gas, or you’re considering making the switch, here’s everything you need to know about using natural gas in your kitchen – let’s get cooking!

Instant temperature control

Natural gas cooktops are instant in their temperature control, meaning no pre-heating and instant cool-down after you turn them off.

There are a few reasons why you should get excited about this. Firstly, it greatly cuts down your cooking time (less cooking time = less energy used = saving you $$ on your next bill!), plus, it’s a safe and family-friendly option – you can visibly see when the stovetop is hot, reducing the risk of burns.

For the budding chef, the greatest benefit of this is that you can transition seamlessly from a high heat stir fry to a low simmer, giving you total control of your cooktops so you can get on with creating amazing dishes.

The professional standard

For many cooks, the versatility of natural gas cooktops is a big benefit to consider – the flame of the cooktop works well with all types of pots and pans, and the results for grilling, simmering and searing are second-to-none.

Ask any chef, and the majority learnt to cook using the very best gas kitchens – for the reasons outlined above. If you’re looking to step your cooking game up a notch, investing in gas will take your culinary skills to the next level.

Stylish appliances

As well as its practical advantages, a gas cooktop and oven will add serious wow-factor to your kitchen. With a variety of models available, you’re sure to find the perfect appliance to add to your interior space that will add style and elegance to your kitchen. Easier to clean than electrical appliances, your gas kitchen will look great for years to come.

Al fresco luxury

There’s nothing like cooking up a feast for friends in the great outdoors and enjoying a backyard barbeque! For the ultimate in summer luxury, say goodbye to gas cylinders and have natural gas piped directly to your outdoor al fresco area.

There’s no denying gas cooking has an array of advantages and is a must-have for culinary lovers. To see if you’re eligible to connect, check if your house is on the pipeline and connect today.