Buy Wolfgang Puck Stainless Steel Cookware Set - 18 Pc

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I am not sure why the other reviews are complaining about this set. I have had the set for over a year and am very happy with it. Why waste your money at williams sanoma for ridiculously over-priced all clad cookware? This set is basically the generic version of the all clads, and the stainless steel is fine. I have never heard of butter turning steel black or rusting it, and "everything sticks"? Use some oil! Many of the complaints in reviews I have read are a result of user error.

These are decently heavy and have a nice thick bottom. The lips on the sauce pans allow for easy pouring. The lids are glass, so you can see inside while cooking. My friend is a professional chef and uses the same wolfgang puck cafe set in his own home, except his is the older set with the cheaper handles. The handles on this set are a drastic improvement and stay cool on the range.

My only complaint would be the rivets that hold the handle to the pot. They are not stainless and have dents and scratches on them (like I care). I have read other reviews that say they corrode when left overnight with acidic food in them. It seems pretty obvious that this is a bad idea no matter what kind of rivets the pan has. I have soaked these in the sink overnight with dish detergent and water and never had a problem.

Overall this is a great value for how much you get. These are not the top of the line pots and pans but they work perfectly fine for home cooking. The utensils that come with it are a little thin and bendable, but they are all stainless and I guess a nice little bonus. This set comes with a lot for the money. Just because a celebrity chef slaps their name on a product, or it comes from china, doesn't always mean its going to be poorly made.

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My wife and I bought Wolfgang Puck's Bistro series a few years ago and were very impressed. So impressed that we bought a smaller Bistro Elite set to round out our cookware inventory.

The Bistro series were made out of true 18/10 stainless steel and one piece, tri-ply bottom, blanks. They were also fairly heavy gauge steel.

Recently she bought this set for a house we are renting in FL. After reading the box I wasn't sure but for $100.00 I figured we could try them.

These are what he calls the Cafe series. They are not 18/10 stainless and will probably corrode without diligent care. They are a much thinner guage of metal. My biggest concern was the bottoms. They are not an integral part of the piece but tack welded on to the finished pot. Also the aluminum disk inside has been reduced to a scant 4mm.

After using them for a month I will say they perform better than expected. They do heat up quickly and evenly so cooking with them is a pleasant experience. They are NOT non-stick but no stainless is. On the down side because they are so thin the handles do get hot very quickly. It's not a big deal as long as you remember to test the handle before grabbing it or use a pot holder. I have had no trouble cleaning them and haven't experienced the staining others have mentioned.

When you consider a similar set from All-Clad would be around $1500.00 I guess they're not a bad deal. Just realize you are not going to get All-Clad quality and durability and you should be happy. I would recommend them for someone who absolutely cannot spend more than $100.00 for a decent assortment of cookware. It you're looking for top quality performance and lifetime durability then look elsewhere.

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When I first read reviews for this product I thought I would never own it. I pictured the set being just plan junk. My wife and I were not in the market for replacing our old Lynn's stainless steal set until we came upon them in one of the retail stores here in Reno. I picked them up and found myself just plan surprised with how heavy duty they seemed. I decided to buy the 10 qt stock, the 8 qt stock, the 6 qt stock, a 10 inch skillet and the 1.5, 2 and 3 qt sauce pans. After using them for a month I now have purchased a full set, including wok, two mini casserole pans and a Pizza serving plate. I really love this cookware.

I would say while it does not compare to my fathers American Made Emeril-ware set it is spot on when comparing it to the Emeril-ware now made in China. It is put together very well and the only problem I have is finding a good spot to store all the glass lids. The pots, pans and skillets I have hanging on the wall off of a pot rack but the lids just take up a ton of space for items I do not use too often. I wish the lids were more of universal sizes so that I could get rid of half of them.

I have cooked many different dishes over the last 3-4 months as I have a cooking website called . We have made red wine sauces, soups, pasta, stir fried, roasted a chicken and made many other things without any of the defects I saw people complain of. I use a little olive oil and preheat my pans just as I have always with any stainless set with out a problem. The lids hold up well and the rivets hold tight! I can not see going wrong with this set if you like to cook and do not want to fork out a few grand for a professional set.

I hope you enjoy these pots and pans as much as we have! And if you figure out a better way to store the lids give me a heads up!

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I have had my set since 2005 and the set works great. The wok pan is a little thin but works fine, but overall, it is a great set that I love to use. You can't complain about the price either.

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Excellent value for an 18 piece set of stainless steel(copper lined) pots, pans and cooking utensils. i'm purchasing a 2nd set.

Discount Calypso Basics 2.2 Quart Enamel-on-Steel Whistling Teakettle

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Ok....so I didn't order this teakettle for a long, LONG time because reviewers were saying that it didn't whistle. I thought it didn't make any noise at all. But, I loved its looks so I decided to order it anyway. The yellow color is a buttery yellow. The kettle is good and heavy and the enamel seems to be thick and evenly applied. But the sound....the sound is SO cool! It doesn't whistle like your Grandma's teakettle but it does make a sound. It starts out low and gets louder the longer it boils. It is a low and deep sound like a warning siren. You'll never have to worry about your kettle boiling dry. This kettle will alert you in plenty of time. I'm really enjoying the whole item from shape to color to sound.

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I have the sort of affection for this tea kettle that one might have for a watchdog that hides under a table when burglars appear. Such a dog can be a great pal, but it doesn't perform all the expected functions.

This is a beautiful tea kettle. It is just the right size and it looks very attractive displayed on my stove. It is not, however, a whistling teakettle. No amount of boiling will induce it to whistle. It IS possible for the lid to fall off whilst pouring. I assure you, when this happens, noise is made as the boiling water pours over one's hand. So, handle this little beauty with care. It still makes a lovely pet. And it does boil water.

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I love the teakettle, cute shape, gorgeous red color, good price, good size for 2 or 3 mugs of tea like I make, handle doesn't get too hot to grip, can see into the glass lid. I do wish it was light colored inside.

The two little harmonica reeds are tack welded inside a metal disc. It is held inside the spout cap by a tiny philips head screw. A large jewelers screwdriver works. There is a spring that the disc floats on, which can fall out when you remove the disc and is easily repositioned around the screw hole. The tightness of the spring (adjusted by the screw) affects whether it whistles or not, I tested adjusting by about half turns until I found the right spot, which for mine was fairly loose. Also the reeds can be carefully adjusted, gently bending them closer to or farther from the plate they are attached to, using something like a toothpick, until they blow easily just by blowing on the disc. DH is always working on his harmonicas so he knew all about it, as well as how exactly they have to be adjusted. Make sure to put the disc back in so you see the holes, not the reeds.

I'm actually using the original disc, now that I have it adjusted well. So if your a bit handy, you give it a try!

Hmmm, I see amazon deleted before where I said I contacted the manufacturer and they will send a replacement disc kit.

UPDATE: Even with my best efforts the whistle has not been dependable and I need one that will whistle loudly every time. Also the interior is black, and I was wiping it out and found black all over my tea towel, so this got returned, sigh.

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Update: Mon 25-Oct-2010

After a mere year and quarter of use, this tea kettle is history. Specifically, there is rusting inside the spout (apparently, there was either no enamel applied, or the enamel was applied incorrectly).

I'm disappointed, because as you can see from reading my original review below, we were very happy with the look, functionality, etc. of this tea kettle.

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I love the sound of this teakettle it sounds closer to a train horn (though not quite as deep) than the typically shrill tea kettle sound. Also, it's loud enough to notice but not so loud as to be annoying, especially early in the morning.

The diameter of the top opening is about 4", and the handle completely swings 90° in either direction, which should make it pretty easy to clean unless you have very large hands.

The base is about 7¼" in diameter, so unless you have a very large burner you shouldn't need to worry about the flames creeping up the sides of the tea kettle.

The handle, spout cap, and knob atop the glass lid are plastic, perhaps a tad cheap looking compared to the overall impression of quality I perceive from the rest of the tea kettle.

Note that, as another reviewer has pointed out, the color isn't as vibrant as the picture indicates I bought the red model and it certainly is not the bright red shown in the picture, even when viewed under a very bright white light.

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My friends know my endless quest for the teakettle that won't rust, leak or have a whistle that sounds sick. Believe me, I've been through them and spent a small fortune in the process.

I had to purchase yet another new teakettle as I changed the color of my kitchen. I did the perfunctory search of the net, department stores and specialty stores, finally happening upon this one. It had all I wanted no seam on the bottom (which eventually leaks), solid black enamel exterior, large size, a top that won't fall off when water is poured, a rim that won't rust and a whistle that can be heard (yet doesn't sound like a train's screeching brakes). So I bought it.

The piece de resistance? It didn't cost an arm and a leg! Woo Hoo! I have used it since I received it and I LOVE it! It whistles! It doesn't leak! It was not expensive! And best of all, it's the last one I will have to buy. Recommend this? Oh, most definitely.

Review of J.A. Henckels International Classic Clad 10-Piece Cookware Set

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I purchased this set because I was replacing my 16 year old radiant cooktop with a new induction cooktop and most of my older cookware was not induction capable.

I decided that these were a reasonable alternative to the more expensive All Clad cookware and, at this price, if they didn't work out well I could always afford to replace them.

I used them originally with the old radiant cooktop and was quite impressed with how quickly they heated, how well the cooked, and how easy they were to clean. I had expected stainless steel to be hard to clean but these are not. At times I will need to soak them for an hour or so prior to cleaning but most of the time that is not necessary. So far we have used regular dishwashing liquid to clean them.

I'm even more impressed with their performance with my new GE induction cooktop and I particularly like the interior volume markings. It is amazing how I can "titrate" the level of simmering/bubbling/boiling with the combination of the induction cooktop and this cookware.

In short, these are very cost effective, functional, and attractive.

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I've owned this set of cookware for over two years, and I love them! The packaging was the first sign of quality. Everything is individually placed in plastic bags, then placed in cloth bags. They are superb quality, sturdy, very well-constructed, good looking, heat evenly, and I expect them to last a very, very long time. They've tarnished slightly, but it does not affect the results, and may be caused by occassionally cleaning them in the dishwasher. They clean up nicely for non-non-stick pans. :) They are a bit pricey, but if you want long lasting cookware that produces consistent results without requiring special care, treat yourself to this awesome set!

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The ergonomic handles make these pots and pans much better than any other similar pots and pans available. The handles really do stay cool, and they make the pans a lot easier to lift and move. These pans heat very evenly. They do not have a nonstick surface, a feature I prefer. I have a glass cook top stove and usually use a medium low setting for foods that are cooked without water. Baking soda works well for cleaning any residue that sticks to the pan when a higher heat is used. I never use scratchy pads or commercial scouring powders to clean these pans, just baking soda on a dish cloth or liquid dish detergent and warm water. The lids are very convenient, both to use and to store. I prefer these metal lids to the glass lids that come with many pans.

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I discovered this cookware by accident. My Cuisinart Cookware set didn't come with a 1 qt. size. So my husband ordered a 1 qt. pan from Henckels. I have a JA Henckels knife set that I love, so I figured that would be good quality. I wasn't prepared for HOW much better the quality is than the Cuisinart. The little pan is super heavy. I can put veggies in with very little water; it just begins to boil and I turn it off. I leave it until the meal is ready and it is perfectly steamed. They are very expensive, so I am getting them bit by bit. I clean them with Bon Ami cleanser and a nylon scrubby pad. It doesn't scratch. I looks like new when it comes out of the dishwasher. It probably helps that I have soft water also.

I would highly recommend these. I am replacing my Cuisinart piece by piece...then I'll put the Cuisinart out in my RV!! Looking forward to replacing ALL the Cuisinart.

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This is a great set. To clean I would suggest BOn Ami. HEats evenly, easy to clean and maintain.

Buy Nordic Ware 46900 Cake Pan, Round, 9-1/2 x 9-1/2-In.

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I am replacing all my bakeware with the Nordic Ware aluminum pans like this one. I always thought non-stick was the best for baking, but they never hold up, food sticks even when the non-stick is greased, and now all the warnings about health concerns is the final negative. I bought the Nordic Ware muffin tin to try and now have bought the round cake pan, the pie tins, and the square cake pan. I will be replacing all my pans with the Nordic Ware. It is beautiful, very heavy-duty, well-made bakeware that doesn't warp or discolor (I do hand-wash it and dry it in the oven). I grease it and nothing sticks, everything cooks evenly and comes out perfect. I am so impressed with this line of bakeware it really is the best I've used, and I've bought far more expensive pans from Williams-Sonoma and other high-end stores that cannot come close to the quality of these pans. Highly recommend them!

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I recently found these pans and bought two. They have a wonderful heavy weight to them unlike other pans made elsewhere. I made an upside down pineapple cake in one and it came out perfect! (Never made one before). I am so in love with these pans. They are big so I will be using these to bake tall cakes. Don't be put off by the three star reviewer, a little harsh!... Buy these pans if you want beautiful cakes made in affordable pans. Enjoy!

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I'll have these cake pans for years, because I've used them a bunch already, and, being heavy duty, they cook evenly. I have two for stacking layers. I bought them for the vertical sides to layer cakes. They are NOT non-stick, but that's why I bought them.

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This pan is just great. It"s the perfect weight, not too heavy, but it's not lightweight either. I baked cakes in it and I don't need to line the pan. Cakes are removed from the pan very easily.

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no frills, heavy, well made. spray the bottom and sides with pam, line the bottom with a circle of baking paper. run a knife along the perimeter when the cake is cool and voila! comes out clean every time. a great product. can't do any better, in my opinion.

Reviews of Bialetti Trends 5-Quart Pasta Pot, Turquoise

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I've had pasta pots in the past, and while I've liked them, I LOVE this one. The top is secure and I don't need to search for pot-holders to drain it because the handles stay cool!! It holds a pound of spaghetti without breaking, and without having to add oil. And even better, it cleans effortlessly! I recommend it.

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I was apprehensive about purchasing this product because a couple of people said that the lid didn't fit...It fits fine. There is a trick to the lid and it explains why it is made this way, so that the lid doesn't come flying off when you tip it upside down. It isn't a type of lid that you just flop on top and tip over. It has a lip on each side of the lid and you must line those up with the side of the pot and almost twist the lid into locking/secure position. Anyone that says the lid doesn't fit on these reviews didn't read the instructions or they are completely clueless. As soon as I opened the package I saw those on each side and it took me 2 minutes how to figure out how the lid goes on. Easy Peasy.

The color is SO PRETTY too! Much nicer in person. I am very very happy with my purchase. I haven't used it yet. It's almost too pretty to put on the stove and use. But it is very lightweight and I'm sure it will be perfect.

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This is a quality pot. It replaces our own, very similar one, which we had for over ten years...and which we compromised by not always using the proper teflon tools. . The color is brighter than I would like...but it was the pot that I was after not the color...and its size and design and top with drain holes makes making pasta so much eaiser and safer too.

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The lid did not open and close properly. it got stuck and the last thing I wanted to be doing is struggling with a pot of boiling hot water. The 2nd one I got had the same problem so it must be an issue from the manufacturer. Unfortunately this seems to be the only brand of pasta pot on the market. So i jut bought a new pot and kept my old strainer top that fits it.

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I've had mine for several months now, and while I find it useful for doing what it's designed for, it's not a well-made item. The lid is difficult to lock on and get off, and the handle construction is shoddy. After only a few uses, the pressure necessary to unscrew the lid after boiling cut through the internal post, and the handle can't screw on tight enough to keep from spinning. I now have to put the lid on loosely or it won't come off using the handle alone. Quite a headache with a hot pot. The non-stick surface is also wearing off where the lid comes in contact with it. Not a great design.

Buy Calphalon Double Pot Rack Hook

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The Calphalon Double Pot Rack Hook works well on the "cross beams" of the Calphalon wall rack and hanging racks. You can use them to hang two omelet/frying pans back-to-back or as Calphalon suggests, a pan with its lid. For the wall rack, I recommend buying 2-4 double hooks; for the hanging racks, where you have more room, buy as many as you think you might need. It takes time and planning to get your hanging arrangement the way you want it. As your collection of Calphalon grows, remember to order extra pot hooks too!

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Found these hooks on Amazon-much easier than going to kitchen stores. This is the same as the hooks that came with my Calphalon Pot Rack and they arrived quickly.

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I recently acquired a Calphalon stainless pot rack and I wanted to hang two more pots than I hooks that came with the rack. This double hook fits onto the rack at a notched spot and then can slide anywhere. The double hook allows you to put two pots on it. It looks good, works well, and will not come off when you are trying to get the pot off the rack.

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great to hang more than one pot one on the inside of the rack holder and one on the outside of the rack holder

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Only hook that really fits the calphalon pot rack without sliding all over the place; nice that it holds 2 pots.

Discount Rachael Ray Dinnerware Curly-Q 16-Piece Dinnerware Set, Green

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I'm going to start with full disclosure: I am not a fan of Rachel Ray. I was interested in these dishes not because they have her name, but in spite of that.

Here's my executive summary:

These are very nice dishes, with an interesting pattern and lots of space for arranging food in an attractive way. I'm finding that they're not practical for me, for daily use.

Now, the details. First, the pros:

* This is a lovely pattern. I would not be ashamed to use it while entertaining. The salad plates are a bit ornate for my taste, but I suppose they provide contrast, and the dinner plates and mugs are quite visually pleasing.

* This is a surprisingly heavy set. My old dishes were Pfaltzgraff stoneware, thick and very heavy. (My mother used to complain about their weight.) These dishes are nearly that heavy and substantial. With care they should last.

Neither pro nor con:

* The salad plates, bowls, and mugs are larger than I'm used to. It looks impressive, and if you like to plate your food with an awareness of the visual aspect, you will find these to be a generously sized canvas for your food art. For my part, I'm trying to use smaller plates to cut back on portion sizes. I switched to using salad plates for meals about a year ago, but these salad plates are not much smaller than my old dinner plates.

Cons:

* The "Important Safety, Use & Care Information" document included with this set warns of all kinds of potential problems. "Please follow this use and care to avoid personal injury and possible damage to your dinnerware." Some of these problems are obvious: the dinnerware is ceramic and will break if dropped; wash before first use and after each use. Some are a bit surprising. "Do not place hot dinnerware directly on a cold countertop as it may cause the dinnerware to crack." Seriously? I've never even wondered what the temperature of my countertop was before. "Stack pieces carefully in like-sized piles with protective felt pads or paper towels in between when storing." Um... no. These warnings go on for quite a while, but I've never had to have an attorney advise me on the correct use of dishes before.

* "Never nest mugs", warns the document. It doesn't matter--you really can't nest the mugs. Because of their shape you can't nest them and you can't turn them upside down and stack one across the bottoms of two mugs. There's a lot of wasted space in my cabinet right now. I had to get rid of eight mugs to store these four.

* I've been running the dishwasher more often since these arrived. The problem is the bowls--because they are so large, with nearly straight sides, they don't fit in my dishwasher's bowl rack. I can put them there, but because of the size and shape they block the water, and the inside of the bowl isn't cleaned. I have to put them down flat, which means that one bowl takes the space of four dishes or four mugs.

* Made in China, of course.

I'm going to keep using these for a while, but I suspect that eventually they'll get stashed somewhere safe, "with "protective felt pads or paper towels in between", to be used when friends visit. So far for me they're too high-maintenance for daily use.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I could care less about what celebrity is behind any product; to me, it's the product itself that matters. In this case, I'm really happy to report that this dinnerware set is both gorgeous and completely suited to everyday use! Even though it's porcelain, the plates, bowls and cups are quite durable. The colors and patterns, also, are pretty, yet in a subtle way, as the colors don't overpower, just enough to bring color to your kitchen. I'm so pleased with my new set!

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Beautiful and substantial. The pattern and green apple color is just lovely in person. There are little details everywhere (like a little curly design inside the bowls). The dinnerware is ceramic and feels nice and solid and the design is ever so slightly raised to the touch.

It is a bit pricey (not sure if we're paying for Rachel's name here or just high quality), but my favorite thing about this set is that you can easily pick up an inexpensive plain white set and mix it with this one to accommodate more people. The Curly-O pattern is complimentary rather than identical on each piece, so it really does lend itself mixing with other pieces.

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I ordered this set to replace a 7-year-old set from Target. To be honest, I still loved the old set but my wife convinced me it was time to make a change. As soon as these arrived, I was pleasantly surprised.

The pieces seem sturdy and I expect them to last a long time. The pattern on the small plates and bowls feels like it's part of the material so I don't anticipate any fading or flaking.

The bowls are a little smaller than I like personally, but I have been told that my fondness for abnormally large bowls may be atypical. They should be fine for normal use. The small plates are the perfect size for a large piece of cake, which is about all you can ask from a dessert plate. The larger plates and mugs are nice because they have a little bit of character, but they don't overpower all-white pieces if you mix and match (which we do frequently).

The first two runs through the dishwasher did not reveal any problems.

Overall, I think this set is worthy of 5 stars.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I'm not a huge fan of Rachel Ray, however, her dinnerware line is cute and feel durable, so no complaints here! The Curly-Q dinnerware set looks adorable, washes well, and when we received it in the box, it's very well packed (not a single dish harmed during travel!). We like using our set as a casual dinnerware set and have received several compliments on the sheer cuteness factor of the dishes.

We personally love the larger size of the bowls, as we can use them for cereal, and the kids love using them as popcorn/snack bowls. All in all, we love this dinnerware set! Highly recommended!

Best GreenPan CW0004159 One Egg Fry Pan, Green Deals

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The pan does it job well. Great for eggs or re-heating something small. In stating that the reason why I didn't give it 5 stars was because of the size and lack of usage for me. I should have paid better attention to the measurements before purchasing this pan. If you want to cook an egg or melt butter this is the perfect pan.

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perfect for eggs in the morning. only need 1 minute to make a egg for myself. the size is perfect and it is of high quality

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I've had brands of these little pans before. They start off nice, but usually wear out quickly. This is a "Green Pan" Tester, and the quality seems exceptionally high, and it's seriously "Non-Stick".

I wonder if there is a small handle cover for it though? the handle does get hot...

Very Pleased!

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It may seem silly getting excited about a frying pan, and a tiny one at that. But for anyone that has cooked an egg, you know the torture, trade-offs, and time wasted by eggs sticking, running, yolks breaking, etc. And no one in their right mind should be buying teflon (or any knock-off 'non-stick coating'). It's a well documented health risk, and quite frankly, never lived up to the hype.

This pan's ceramic coating is amazing though. The eggs come out perfectly every time! And while that alone should be reason for everyone to buy this pan, that's only half the story. The real secret of this pan is the size...it is absolutely perfect for scrambled eggs for bagel sandwiches. They come out ever so slightly bigger than your normal deli bagel. You can even throw a slice of cheddar or gruyere on top after you flip it, let it get gooey while the second side of the egg gets a little color. Perfect brunch.

See, this really is an exciting frying pan.

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I was looking for an alternative to a teflon-coated egg frying pan, and this one is simply amazing! I use just a little bit of oil and the egg does not stick at all. Perfect!

Reviews of Luxury Damask 13" X 70" Table Runners

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(2008 HOLIDAY TEAM)This "luxury" damask runner is a lightweight, single-ply, polyester runner with gold tassels at each angled end. The background is ivory, with a two-tone gold/beige floral pattern. Unfortunately, because the material is both slippery and thin, it can easily slip from its position unless something on top holds it in place. It does look nice, however, and it serves its purpose. I just wish it were heavier, either because of another layer of fabric on the back or a better material. Still, I got what I paid for.

-Debbie Lee Wesselmann

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I'm really upset as I got this runner specifically because it said in online that it is machine washable and I knew that it will probably get dirty eventually, so when I received it, it said spot clean and tassels are not washable.

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Nice buy!. Color and quality are both very good. Could use an iron out of the package, but that's expected.

I love the gold color, not flashy, rather muted. Very pretty.

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This table runner looks nice, is simple and elegant. I give it a 3 though, as the material is of average quality and is a bit too thin for my liking. Since it is so thin, it slides very easily unless you have items holding it in place.

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Great accent for any dining room table.. Looks great against dark colored wood. Arrived on time and in great condition. Another A+ for Amazon.

Cheap Lodge Elements SC90SET 8-Piece Cookware Set, Silver

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This 9-Piece Lodge cookware set consists of two sauce pans, a stock pot, two skillets, three lids and a "silicone hot handle holder."

Even as I was unpacking the box in which the set was shipped, I was impressed by the weight of the various pots. This gave me a hint of the quality construction of the set, an that impression was reinforced by a closer inspection of the three glass lids that are included. The lids are solidily constructed and each of them fits snugly into place, their weight ensuring a solid seal with the pot or pan they are designed to fit.

My wife and I first tried the larger of the sauce pans and the first thing we noticed was that the pan's weight seemed to be focused on its bottom. This means that stirring whatever is inside the sauce pans does not result in the pan spinning or turning on the stovetop's burner (a particular problem with the new "slick surfaced" electric stove tops). In preparation of this same meal, we used the deep skillet to cook several chicken breasts and were pleased to find that there are no "hot spots" on the skillet's base, meaning that all the pieces were cooked evenly and nothing was scorched or burned.

My wife, who is a bit of an expert on the handling and care of cast iron skillets, used the one from this set to make one of her traditional cornbreads and was pleased at the way it cooked again, there did not appear to be any hot spots in the skillet that would cause something to cook unevenly. The cornbread was as near perfectly done as any she has ever produced, in fact.

Clean-up of the pieces was what we expected; nothing remarkable in either direction.

Main plusses noted by my wife, especially, include: the steadying second handle on the deep skillet, the extra weight centered on the sauce pan bottoms, the see through pot lids, the graduated measurement markings on the insides of the pots, and the overall quality construction of the set. This is our first exposure to Lodge cookware, but we are suitably impressed, and would most certainly purchase this brand in the future.

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Received this beautiful cookware set promptly and in pristine condition. These induction-ready cookware are easy to clean rub with a little baking soda to keep them shiny and stainless. Have see-through glass covers, and easy-to-pour, drip-resistant edge. There are measure marks inside each pot and pan sooooo convenient. This set looks and feels like a very expensive set. Truly an excellent value.

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I could not WAIT for this set to arrive! I love cast iron, and I have been researching every cookware set I come across to try to make a decission. Part of me didn't like the prospect of comparing a new cast iron to my generational one that is well loved and well aged. This newcomer exceeded expectations. It came from the manufacturer pre-seasoned, and had instructions to wash and oil it before first use, and to re-oil it after every wash. I followed directions (Im good at that) :) and cooked my first meal in my brand new cast iron. My food came out perfectly done, evenly cooked, and didn't stick at all (I expected the worst)!

Department stores charge too much for too little, and my own indecission didn't help the issue. When I found a set that had a cast iron skillet IN it, I knew I had found the right one!

I did contact Lodge to ask some questions first. All of their cast iron is produced here in the USA, however, the stainless steel is from China. It is also not 18/10, I think they told me it was 18/8? I cannot find the email. That delayed my decission a bit...I feel like in this economy, we should be supporting our own country. However, because the cast iron IS US made which did in the end have enough pull (paired with the other reviews, and a drop in list price on Amazon) to sway my decission.

The set arrived very promptly. I have already begun using it, and I am very pleased with how it performs so far. The pans and lids all fit together well, and unlike many other sets, all of the pans are a convenient, and useable every day sizes. The largest pot lid fits the cast iron skillet well. All of the pieces have a good solid feel to them, and a comforting weight. Total win.

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Great addition to my Loge cast Iron. The sizes are what I need. Not a bunch of small items that I will never use. No junk utensils thrown in just to up the item count. A good all around set. Built solid! I am very happy with the purchase.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This set consists of a 1.9 quart saucepan with lid, a 3.4 quart saucepan with lid, an 8 quart stockpot and a 3.3 quart deep skillet with one lid between them, a 10 1/4 inch pre-seasoned cast iron skillet, and a silicone "handle mitt" (i.e., a sleeve that slides onto the handle) for the cast iron skillet. The saucepans, stockpot, and deep skillet are stainless steel with stainless steel clad bottoms. The stockpot has measurement marks in quarts on the inside, and the other stainless units have both quart and half-quart measurement marks. The lids are clear glass glass that appears and feels thick and sturdy (as tempered glass should) with stainless handles and trim.

Using an electric burner on my stovetop, I tested the 1.9 quart saucepan against a Revere Ware 2 quart saucepan that is stainless steel with a stainless steel lid and a copper clad bottom. I put 1 quart of cold tap water into each pan and timed how long it took for the water to come to a rolling boil. (I tested each saucepan with their respective lids in place on the same burner hours apart. Thus the burner was cool, i.e., at room temperature, at the beginning of each test.) It took about 5 minutes for the water in the Lodge saucepan to come to a rolling boil against about 7 minutes for the water in the Revere saucepan.

I've owned and used Lodge brand cast iron skillets for decades, off and on, and lately mostly off because the skillets I own require re-seasoning (a process described in detail in the Use & Care of Seasoned Cast Iron section of the Lodge Cast Iron site). The skillet that comes with this set has an "assist handle" opposite the long handle, and we are told at the Lodge site that, "The Lodge 10 ¼-inch Skillet was rated as one of the two dozen essential tools in the home and kitchen (Martha Stewart Living February 2008)." (The 10 1/4 is the largest Lodge cast iron skillet I've owned, and I should mention that the stainless deep skillet that comes with this set also has an "assist handle.")

I hadn't used a cast iron skillet for a very long time before putting the 10 1/4 inch Lodge to the test, and it was a real pleasure to stir-fry onions in butter in it and have them quickly brown and crisp which does not tend to happen when I cook with non-stick pans. (I stir-fried onions before preparing an omelet in the skillet, and it was a pleasure to hear the eggs actually, 1 egg and 1/4 cup Egg Beater crackle in the pan.) When using non-stick pans I am extra careful to regulate the burner temperature, having learned that beyond a certain point, the heat may result in damage to the pan. The downside to this is that I typically don't get the sizzle going that I like when stir-frying vegies and cooking eggs, meat, and poultry. I have never had this problem with cast iron, including when using cast iron pans as a short-order cook in the early 70's (how time flies). The "handle mitt" that comes with the skillet (and is how we account for the 9th unit in this set) came in very handy when moving the hot skillet from the hot burner to a cool one; slides on, slides off, the silicone makes for a good grip, and it keeps your hand from getting burned: nice.

Cleaning the cast iron skillet is easy, although, depending on what's been cooked in it, getting it clean may require considerably more elbow grease than when cleaning a non-stick skillet, and you may need to boil water in it for a few minutes to loosen stuck-on food. Lodge recommends against the use of soap and says that harsh detergents should never be used in cleaning their seasoned cast iron cookware. Their cleaning directions are simple: "After cooking, clean utensil with a stiff nylon brush and hot water." And it works. Cleaning the stainless saucepans, etc., is like cleaning any other stainless cookware I've used, not as easy as cleaning non-stick cookware, but easy enough (e.g., I used the Lodge 3.4 quart saucepan to boil macaroni and once it cooled, getting it to a "like new" clean state took seconds).

An impressive basic cookware set.

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This is a pretty cool lid because it can stand up on the counter. The glass is very solid heavy glass, so I don't want to know what will happen if I knocked it over, but it is tempered so I am not worried. My husband easily screwed the handle to the lid, and you can see there is a vent where the handle meets the lid. It is easy to clean, and if I got food stuck in the vent or needed a deep cleaning I would be able to take the handle apart from the glass. I bought it to fit my 11" Blooming Flower Wok, and it fits perfectly.

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What I like most about this clear glass lid is the fact that the handle also acts as stand. I absolutely love that feature!!

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Love the design and fit for both 11" TeChef pans.

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Love the fact that steam can evaporate on the top and does not just accumulate within glass lid.

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The Farberware 12-Inch Glass Lid fits the 12-Inch Fry Pan perfectly. The inner metal rim measures actually 11 11/16 Inches. This lid is about as big as you will need, and the quality is what you would expect from Farberware.

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Reviews of Le Creuset Enameled Steel 6 Quart Stock Pot

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We have used this stock pot mainly for pasta so far and it has performed well. It is nice looking, lightweight, and very easy to clean. It is the perfect size for a full box of pasta or a soup or stew for the entire family. I am consistently impressed with Le Creuset products.

Update to my original review: I still love this pot but I did have to replace it. I accidentally dropped it in my sink and knocked off part of the enamel coating. The coating is a bit delicate and I am much more careful with my new pot.

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This pot is great for cooking small amounts of pasta, soup, etc... when the 8 quart one is too much. We have not experienced the chipping problem another reviewer mentioned and we've had ours for well over 2 years. I recommend it highly but should you have a problem Le Creuset has one of the best warranties out there and I'm sure there wouldn't be a problem returning it for a new one.

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I love le creuset products, and I wasn't sure about the enamel covered steel if the quality would be as good, but it is excellent. I use it daily. The pot is a little smaller than I thought, but it still fits all of my soups, and stews.

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I was so excited to get my Le Creuset stockpot and am very pleased with how well it cooks my soups and stews. However, I have only used it 3 times and the enamel is chipping off at the joint where the handles attach to the pot. It even looks like it has been patched there because the color of the enamel is lighter than the area around it. And this chipping is not just in one spot. It has chipped on all four joints of the handles.

I am not sure whether to send it back or keep it. I have not seen any review that mentions this problem. If no one else has chipped handles, I will probably send it back. But if it is a common problem, I will keep the pot. There would be no use in getting another one with the same defects.

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Bought two of these. Both had the enamel chip off. One of them wore through to the inside of the pot and I had to toss it. When I contacted Le Creuset they said I could send it back at MY expense and they would EVALUATE if it was my error or theirs. Sounded like a losing proposition to me as the cost of sending it back is almost half the cost of another pot. BEWARE.... and listen to the reviewers who say it chipped. BOTH of mine did. I am very annoyed about it...especially the way that customer service handled my complaint. I was VERY nice about it and told them I own just about every other type of cookware they have including the big iron pot that costs over $300; bakeware etc. They didn't seem to care. Don't buy these.