At Oily Pans, we believe great food starts with curiosity — the kind that makes you wonder why that sauce caramelized just right, or how a humble skillet can transform dinner into magic.
We’re your kitchen companion for all things cooking, recipe creation, and healthy eating — blending timeless techniques with fresh, everyday inspiration. Whether you’re mastering the perfect sear, organizing your pantry, or exploring global flavors, Oily Pans is here to make cooking feel approachable, creative, and a little bit indulgent.
Our Mission
To celebrate the art and joy of home cooking — helping readers cook smarter, eat healthier, and savor the process as much as the result. We believe that a good meal nourishes more than the body; it connects people, cultures, and generations.
What You’ll Find
Cooking Techniques & Tips
From knife skills to perfecting the pan-fry, learn the “why” behind the “how” with tutorials that build confidence and flavor in equal measure.
Recipes & Ingredients
Explore vibrant, seasonal recipes — from one-pan dinners to plant-based favorites — all rooted in balance, taste, and accessibility.
Kitchen & Lifestyle
Create a home kitchen that inspires: smart tools, mindful habits, and ideas for bringing joy back to daily meals and gatherings.
Who We Are
Oily Pans was created for home cooks, food lovers, and kitchen experimenters who believe cooking should be both delicious and doable. Whether you’re stirring, sizzling, or serving, we’re here to help you bring more heart (and a little more flavor) to your table — one meal at a time.
Oily Pans is proud to be part of the Castaway Studios publishing network.
Castaway Studios
420 Nichols Road, 2nd Floor
Kansas City, MO 64112