A panini press usually has ribbed plates for grill marks on thicker breads. A flat sandwich press gives more even contact across toasties, wraps and flatbreads, giving a smooth toasted finish.
Golden bread, molten cheese, smoky ham and juicy tomato: a sandwich press turns whatever you can forage into the kind of hot, cafe-quality comfort food that sorts lunch, rescues dinner and keeps hungry households happy. Since 1977, Peter’s of Kensington has helped keep the toastie tradition tasty with premium presses and grills from leading brands like Breville, Sunbeam and Tefal.
Why upgrade to a quality sandwich press?
Top-of-the-table toasties are no place for amateurs. A quality sandwich press brings floating hinges, adjustable height, and even heat to thick sourdough, loaded wraps and cafe-style paninis, keeping fillings tucked in and crunch to die for. Non-stick plates make clean-up a breeze, and when toastie duty is done, a versatile sandwich grill can moonlight as a hotplate for halloumi, veg and more.
Finding the right sandwich or panini press for your kitchen
Finding your sandwich press soulmate match depends on your household size and cooking style. Flat plates are the great all-rounders for toasties, wraps, flatbreads and open melts. Ribbed grills bring seared lines to paninis, halloumi, vegetables and meats. Old-school cut-and-seal sandwich makers bring back the classic pocket toastie, neatly sealed around the filling.
Complete your kitchen appliance set up
Keep the toastie empire trending with world-class appliances from brands like Breville and Tefal. Keep things cute with a 2 slice sandwich press, or bring extra gleam and kitchen glamour with a stainless steel sandwich press. Add a coffee machine and the home cafe is open for business.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a panini press and a sandwich press?
How do you clean non-stick sandwich plates safely?
First, let your sandwich press cool down. Then wipe with a damp microfibre cloth or soft sponge. Skip abrasive scourers to keep the non-stick coating intact.
Can you cook raw meat on a sandwich grill?
You bet. If you’re using a high-powered sandwich press designed for grilling that hits the right temperature, thin steaks, burgers, bacon and chicken tenderloins can all be cooked on the grill surface.