kook proofing set, sourdough bread, 2 rattan 9 inch banneton

So, I love sourdough, and I've wanted to do it for years. Life, school, and the fact that my mother had tried and failed at it (with me witnessing), a few times ended up with me putting it off. Finally, stuck inside thanks to the great plague (aka Covid) happening right now, I decided it was the perfect time to not have to go buy bread. For a baker trying Sourdough Bread for the first time? This is perfect! I was a little worried at the size of the baskets when I first saw them with my inexperienced eyes, but yeah, they're perfectly sized for making loaves that most sourdough recipes call for.The two Bannetons smelt and looked nice, and they, when floured (I used white rice flour), let the dough come out very easily and nicely with no need for cleaning and with the lovely rings on them. They came with the two banneton covers, even though I honestly only expected one cover to come (the description wasn't clear, so that's good to know!), however I haven't used them yet because the bannetons themselves work just fine.The Bannetons also seem durable, though obviously I haven't been abusing them. I use the extremely useful plastic scraper for getting the dough out of the bowl and onto the counter to start kneading, (Or when it's time to punch it down), and the metal scraper is the perfect strength and durability to use on the counter. The description has said that the plastic scraper is also for getting it out of the banneton, but I haven't needed to use it for that at all (With a well floured banneton, it's never been an issue for me).The lame has worked great so far. I've not yet had to change the blade, even though I've played around with it. It looks easy to replace, and the leather cover is nice. The curved blade is a bit odd to cut straight lines with, but I've never used a lame before, so I dont' know if that's a brand specific thing or what all lame's look like. Either way, the handle is nice and feels good in the hand.It's a great kit, with everything, (except the jar for the starter), that you need to get started on sourdough bread. Are there better quality ones out there? The pieces, individually, I'm sure you can find better quality ones out there. But honestly? They are all good quality, and for a first time sourdough baker who isn't sure exactly what style/feel they prefer quite yet? This kit is perfect and has everything (except the jar.) that they need to get started. My mother ended up buying a different banneton that didn't include everything in this kit, and I think she regrets it. 10/10, would, and have, referred others to this.

Great product, works great and is holding up.

The baking set is certainly great value for money, and includes quality products!

I fell in love with baking bread with these gadgets

I bought this at the beginning of my sourdough journey and the products worked great. They helped my loaves turn out tasting great and having a perfect shape

I bought this proofing set as a new sourdough baker. It has everything I need and is a decent quality. Would buy again.

I recently have gotten into baking sour dough. These were highly recommended by others via Instagram. When baking I always make two loaves since the process is lengthy. These bannetons are easy to use and a great size. The scraping piece is a little more flexible than I’d like when cutting the dough in half, but works great for scraping out your bowl. The scoring knife is easy to use and helps to create great designs. Overall I’d purchase this set again if I find myself needing more!

Great kit and great quality. I can’t stop making sourdough! Love it, thank you!

It’s a set of good quality items that are all very useful for baking

Excellent set. Good quality. Rattan is not wobbly or thin. Wooden handles of tools are all firm and solid. Thumbs up.

Everything in this package is well constructed. The metal scraper and plastic bowl scraper are sturdy. The scoring lame came with stainless steel blades and hold up under pressure. I previously ordered a scoring lame from another company. It arrived with flimsy blades that fell apart when I used it.Thanks Kook for making good quality wares.