However, I wish it gave more heat on the electric stovetop. Its seems to take ages to boil water, and stirfrying is difficult. If I was stranded on a desert island and could have only one pan or pot to cook with, it would be a wok. If you must. A Sharp Set of Knives.
Good knives make chopping less of a chore.
The right knife for the right job makes life even easier. Small paring knives are great for garlic and shallots, and taking out the rotten spots from vegetables. Larger carving knives give you the precision cuts of meat you want, cooked or raw. Bread knives can slice through fresh bread without destroying the loaf. Automatic Handy Chopper .