Our Place Cooking, Connection, and the Art of Home

The Story Behind the Brand

Founded in 2019 by Shiza Shahid, a social entrepreneur and advocate for impact-driven businesses, Our Place began with a simple but profound idea: the kitchen is where our worlds meet. Food tells stories—of heritage, of migration, of family—and Our Place was created to celebrate those stories through thoughtfully designed cookware.

From the very beginning, the brand was never just about pots and pans. It was about representation, sustainability, and the joy of gathering. Our Place’s first viral success, the Always Pan, wasn’t simply a piece of cookware; it was an invitation to slow down, cook something meaningful, and share it with the people who make you feel at home.

Design that Simplifies and Inspires

Our Place’s design philosophy can be summed up in three words: purposeful, beautiful, and inclusive. Each product is made to eliminate clutter, encourage creativity, and make cooking feel like less of a chore and more of an act of care.

Take the Always Pan, for example. It’s designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware—frying pan, sauté pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, non-stick pan, and even a spoon rest—all in one sleek, minimal design. With its smooth ceramic non-stick surface and gorgeous color palette (think Steam, Spice, Blue Salt, and Char), it’s no wonder the pan became a social media sensation.

Then came the Perfect Pot, a natural companion to the Always Pan. Lightweight yet durable, it’s designed for boiling, baking, roasting, and even serving. Like its predecessor, it embodies the same ethos: do more with less, and make it beautiful.

Cooking for the Planet

Beyond aesthetics and innovation, Our Place stands out for its deep commitment to sustainability. The brand is intentional about everything—from the materials used to the packaging that arrives at your doorstep.

Ethical Manufacturing: Our Place partners with factories that ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and responsible sourcing.

Eco-Friendly Materials: Their cookware features non-toxic ceramic coatings free from harmful chemicals like PFAS, PFOA, and lead.

Sustainable Packaging: Even the boxes are designed with minimal plastic, using recycled and recyclable materials wherever possible.

This commitment makes every meal cooked with Our Place cookware a little bit more meaningful—not just for you, but for the planet.

Gathering Around the Table

Perhaps what truly sets Our Place apart is how it redefines the act of gathering. The brand’s messaging and campaigns celebrate diversity in the kitchen—highlighting recipes and stories from different cultures and communities. From dumpling nights to taco Tuesdays, Our Place reminds us that every meal is an opportunity to share who we are.

Their limited-edition “Traditions” collections—featuring cookware designed around cultural celebrations like Lunar New Year, Eid, and Diwali—beautifully showcase this mission. Each piece tells a story of heritage and belonging, honoring the idea that no matter where we come from, there’s always room for everyone at the table.

Beyond Cookware: Building a Movement

Today, Our Place is more than a cookware company; it’s a lifestyle brand rooted in community and conscious living. It encourages people to reconnect with home cooking, to value quality over quantity, and to find joy in the everyday act of preparing food.

Whether you’re searing tofu, simmering stew, or steaming dumplings for your friends, Our Place helps make it feel special. Because when the tools you use are designed with intention, the process of cooking becomes less about perfection and more about presence.

In the End, It’s About Our Place—Together

At its heart, Our Place is a reminder that our kitchens are more than functional spaces—they’re where life happens. They’re where stories are told, laughter is shared, and memories are made. And that’s what makes the brand so beloved: it doesn’t just sell cookware; it sells the feeling of belonging.

So the next time you pull out your Always Pan or set the table for dinner, take a moment to appreciate what that simple act represents. It’s not just a meal. It’s connection. It’s care. It’s our place.