Cookware refers to a range of kitchen tools and vessels designed for cooking food. These items are typically used on stoves, in ovens, or over open flames, and are made from various materials like stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum, copper, and non-stick coatings. Common types of cookware include frying pans, saucepans, stockpots, sauté pans, and Dutch ovens. Each piece is crafted to handle specific cooking techniques such as frying, boiling, simmering, or baking. Quality cookware is durable, heat-conductive, and designed to distribute heat evenly, ensuring efficient and safe food preparation.