Alexis Soyer: the chef who changed everything!

From the Industrial Revolution to Your Kitchen: The Fascinating History of Gas Stovetops

Today we take for granted the convenience and efficiency of a five-burner gas stove , perhaps paired with a practical gas oven . But did you know that this technology has deep roots in the history of industrial innovation?

The origins: the first gas stove

In 1826, James Sharp developed the first gas stove, marking the beginning of a true domestic revolution. Just two years later, Smith & Philips began marketing his invention, paving the way for a future where cooking with gas would become synonymous with convenience.

Sharp, convinced of the potential of his idea, opened a factory in 1836 to produce gas stoves and cookers. In those years, the novelty aroused curiosity but also some skepticism.

Alexis Soyer: The Chef Who Changed Everything

Alexis Soyer, a renowned chef at London's Reform Club, played a key role in the spread of gas cooking. In 1841, Soyer converted his entire kitchen to use piped gas, arguing that it was a more economical and flexible solution: the gas could be turned off when not needed, unlike wood or coal.

A gas stove was presented to the world at the Great Exhibition in London in 1851, but it took another thirty years for the technology to truly conquer English homes. In the 1880s, thanks to the widespread diffusion of gas pipelines, gas became an efficient and economical source of energy. Only in the early 20th century did gas cooking spread to the rest of Europe and the United States.

Why choose a gas stove today?

If you choose a gas range or gas oven today, you're embracing a tradition spanning nearly two centuries. But it's not just a matter of history: it's a practical, reliable, and high-performance choice. Five-burner gas ranges , for example, offer exceptional versatility, ideal for those who like to cook multiple dishes at once, while maintaining full control of the flame.

The gas oven , on the other hand, guarantees soft and uniform cooking, ideal for bread, pizza and succulent roasts.

Gas stoves are a perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Choosing a gas stove today means making a conscious choice, rooted in nearly two centuries of innovation.

Discover our selection of 5-burner gas ranges , combined with latest-generation gas ovens : your kitchen deserves the best of history, with today's technology.