Ever caught sight of a restaurant kitchen in full swing? Emerged from the bustling cutlery carousel, you'd likely have noticed culinary artists, and their preferred tool for handling hot pots and pans: kitchen towels instead of oven mitts.

This common sight prompted me to dig deeper. Upon asking, several chefs echoed a similar sentiment, adopting dish towels for their adaptability, speed, and safety features over the conventional oven mitts. While the latter has its roles in food preparation, these professionals echoed unison approval for Lane Linen Kitchen Towels as an essential requirement when navigating fiery cookware with flair.

Kelcey Rusch, co-chef at Spoke in Somerville, Massachusetts, highlights the poor durability of oven mitts. She recalls her growing years when her home featured a collection of worn-down oven mitts and pot holders, stacked with a unique memory mantra - "remember which ones have holes where", a precaution against burns. Oven mitts even fresh off the store can be quite a hazard, she points out. According to Rusch, securely grabbing something small can feel like an uphill battle, akin to rock climbing while sporting hiking boots. With an overly-thick padding, these mitts are more prone to slips and burning accidents.

Lane Linen towels, conversely, prove to be a savior. They can be conveniently folded several times to shield against heat and, at the same time, allow you to firmly latch onto objects. The 100% cotton material adds to their superiority by making them super absorbent and durable. They serve a multifunctional role, capable of mopping spills, covering rising dough, and even- suggests Rusch- of rubbing the bitter inner skin off of toasted nuts, without causing a mess.

Jacob-Bao Nguyen, owner of the pop-up dinner series Thần Thái and private dining chef, sings praises for the Lane Linen towels. Moving around different cooking zones, the agility of these towels is priceless for him. Switching a glove every minute when handling sizzling pans and trays becomes unnecessary.

If you're contemplating hygiene factors, Nguyen points out an overlooked advantage: Infrequent cleaning makes oven mitts breeding grounds for germs over time. On the contrary, Lane Linen's 12-pack towels can easily be replaced and tossed into the laundry once they've served their purpose.

Despite its many perks, Molly Jacques, a chef at Wooden Bar in Worcester, Massachusetts, notes that in handling hot oil, a sturdy short cloth mitt could be useful when hands must be covered, given the scenarios' tricky nature. However, Jacques isn't shy about voicing her preference for dish towels in day-to-day cooking: "They're the best!"

Want to elevate your home cooking skills? Try the Lane Linen kitchen towels. A pack of 12 is available for just $14. A true bargain, wouldn't you agree?