Over recent years we have seen a increase in ginger imports to the UK. Our ever increasing interest in chinese, indian and other food origins, not forgetting of course the WOK, which is now in most kitchens.  Root ginger is a prime ingredient in many recipes and this has increased its popularity.

Apparently though ginger is a boost for general health and a cure for some specific ailments. Ginger can lower blood pressure & cholesterol, stimulate our circulation and calm digestive disorders according to research. Ginger has been used for years to relieve nausea for example and can help with morning sickness and motion sickness.

You can make your own ginger tea by grating a sugar cube size piece of root ginger into a mug of hot water and sweeten with honey to taste, one of the best winter warmers on a chilly day!

Superb for any oriental style cooking and stir frying, the Le Creuset Cast Iron Wok & Glass Lid has an elegant design and flat base for maximum heat efficiency which can be used on a variety of hobs. Also perfect for braising, steaming and poaching I use my wok for all sorts, they are extremely versatile.

Le Cruset enamelled cast iron wok has two handles, a glass lid and flat base.

With its classic rounded interior which is ideal for stir frying, its cast iron provide stability and ensures the wok will not easily move while stirring (which oftens happens with cheaper versions of the wok so one hand ends up holding the wok and you are unable to stir fry the ingredients properly.  This wok is ideal for sitr frying, braising, steaming and poaching. Supplied with a glass lid so you can keep a eye on your ingredients while keeping the cooker top clean and provided with two side handles too. Its flat base enables ease of use on all heat sources and is dishwasher safe and 36cm diameter a ideal size for any family sized recipe. The best bit is its comes with a lifetime guarantee and if your quick is also on special offer so hurry.

So this wok will last you a lifetime and still look good! A wok is a kitchen essential in my book and my wok is used often if not daily.