VIKING RANGES are the brand of choice of many well-regarded chefs. “Viking is up there with the Porsches of the world,” says Ross Lewis of one-star Michelin establishment, Chapter One. It’s very durable, long lasting, well-designed and easy to use. “It’s for people who really love food and also offers all the gadgetry of a real boy’s toy,” adds Kevin Dundon of Dunbrody House.

“It gives the home cook all the girth and high grade heat manipulation of a professional kitchen,” explains Troy Maguire of Locks Restaurant. With three ex-display models newly discounted by 40 per cent at stockists Drumms (01 4604355) now is the time to buy. This stainless steel professional series, free-standing dual fuel range has precision burner controls. It was €15,375 and is now reduced to €9,225.