illa Olivilla

MATERIALS

To develop this frying pan, the Italian house illa  gave absolute priority to weight and ergonomics. Therefore, it is made of high-thickness aluminum for various purposes. The main one is to reduce the weight and achieve a really light and manageable pan. Thanks to this material, almost all Olivilla pans weigh less than 1 kg, which allows them to be manipulated with just one hand with ease.

On the other hand, it has a specially prepared base to make them compatible with all types of cookers, from vitroceramics, gas or electric, to the most modern induction ones. The compatibility with these kitchens is total.
However, the same is not the case with ovens. The Italian firm does not advise putting these pans in the oven, as it could damage their non-stick surface.

And to continue with the compatibilities, we have to mention the dishwasher. And yes, it is fully dishwasher safe. They are prepared so that neither temperature nor pressure damage their non-stick surface at all.

As for the handle of the illa Olivilla pans , it is a Bakelite material and what they call Soft Touch. This is nothing more than a soft, non-slip touch surface, to prevent you from losing grip when your hands are wet or stained with oil. In addition, its shape is ergonomic so that, together with its low weight, its handling is even easier. Of course, it is totally antipyretic to avoid any temperature transfer.

ANTI-ADHERENCE

Here we come to the most interesting point. It is the first time we have seen this technology in pans and it still seems strange to talk about olive oil pans. In fact, getting to achieve this non-stick surface is the result of years of work by this Italian company that one day believed that it was possible to do things in a more natural way. And they succeeded.

Therefore, this technology is patented and these olive oil pans are unique. The non-stick surface is water-based with olive oil. This base is totally natural and ecological, free of PFOAS and any heavy metal. The Italian firm focused its efforts on developing a non-stick, natural and healthy frying pan, and with these Olivilla pans  they have succeeded. And for more transparency, we can consult the result of the demanding quality controls of the European Union. You can see them here, they are all- free.

They are healthy and natural, okay. But, its non-stick and resistance? Well, we can say that its initial non-stickiness is outstanding, and it will be as long as we take certain care. We are not looking at titanium pans, or iron. Therefore, its resistance to scratches is far from extreme.

By this we mean that if we use metal utensils directly on the surface of the pan, sooner rather than later it will end up in the trash. Remember that they are natural materials, not modern artificial compounds.

If we are careful to use wooden or silicone utensils on the pan and not cut the food on it, the non-stickiness of the Olivilla illa will be  excellent for many years.

MAIN FEATURES

• Ollia-Tech : How could it be otherwise, this is the jewel in the crown of the Italian firm illa. This technology, the result of years of research, is the main attraction of these pans: healthy, non-stick and natural.
• Diffuser base: the thick base guarantees rapid temperature acquisition and optimal heat distribution. With this we achieve two things: on the one hand, that the ends of the Olivilla pan are at the same temperature as the center. And on the other, save energy by achieving the same temperature in less time.
• Free of PFOAS and heavy metals : 100% natural and healthy.
• Compatibility : It will work with all types of cookers and is induction compatible.
• Ergonomics : its low weight (less than 1 kg in almost all sizes) together with its ergonomic handle, allows anyone, even the very old, to manipulate this pan with just one hand.

BETWEEN YOU AND ME

We are facing totally new pans. The Italian firm illa has focused on a single product. In fact, this illa Olivilla frying pan is the center of their business and that is why they are taking maximum care of it. They are looking for natural, healthy, non-stick and ecological pans . And to show that they are, they not only say so but proudly publish the results obtained in quality controls.

Regarding its price, as you can see it is identical to many mid-range pans, when these Olivilla pans offer us much more. We believe that the Italian firm illa has managed to create the highest quality, natural and sustainable product that we have been waiting for for a long time. These pans are undoubtedly the starting point of a new way of doing things.

Also available in WOK and Grill.

ADVANTAGES OF ILLA OLIVILLA OLIVE OIL PAN

• They are healthy, ecological and natural.
• Its lightness and ergonomics, less than 1 kg in weight with an excellent handle.
• Non-stick is excellent
• High energy efficiency, since by achieving rapid heating it will allow less electricity consumption.
• The price is certainly low for everything they offer us.

DISADVANTAGES OF ILLA OLIVILLA OLIVE OIL PAN

• They are not oven safe.
• It is not at all advisable to use metal utensils or knives on the surface of this pan.

YOU MAY BE INTERESTED

If you would like to evaluate any other option, in the same segment of ecological pans we can find the BRA TERRA pans . These are aluminum pans that use the well-known Teflon as a non-stick, although they are also free of PFOAS. They are priced very similarly.

And if you would like something also natural, but more resistant and suitable for cooking in the oven, we recommend the WMF Profi. They are pans made entirely of stainless steel, without chemical non-stick surfaces. They are made in Germany, are indestructible and withstand temperatures of up to 250ºC in the oven.