Any recommendations for a set of cookware?

forgop · 02-12-2011, 10:56 PM

Looking for a good set. Not sure if stainless, waterless, or ??? Is the way to go or what. It must br dishwasher friendly as we just don't have the time to handwash 100% of the time. We williston likely be using sprays or olive oil and i fear sticking will possibly be an issue.

Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

GoodFella · 02-12-2011, 11:00 PM

for a good set that does not have a break in time use. calphalon. sams club sells some good non stick sestaurant style fora good deal but the non stick falls off fast. the calphalon set i use get a lot of work, and they still look new. some pans have a break in time that sucks cus u have to hand wash them a lot to get them right. i cook for a living just to let you know.

02-13-2011, 12:44 AM

I also vote Calphalon. Costco also has some very nice stuff copied off it.

Ratters · 02-13-2011, 01:32 AM

I have a bunch of All Clad and Calphalon. If I had to stick with just one, it would be the all clad, but it doesn't have a nonstick surface which is nice to have some times. But it heats evenly and cleans up nicely. All Clad is really pricey though. If you just need daily cookware, as Mike said the Costco Calphalonish stuff is pretty good for relatively cheap.

Bunker · 02-13-2011, 04:23 AM

I bought my set of Calphalon in 2002 afeter my divorce, I am still using it. Whatever you gut, look for a set with oven-safe handles

Tio Gato · 02-13-2011, 08:17 AM

Emrilware, made by All-Clad, can be found on sale often. It's good stuff.

GoodFella · 02-13-2011, 08:58 AM

I also for got if u want to try out some of the caph stuff swing by ross or tj max, u sometime can. Get a real good deal on pans, just give them a real good once over.

captain53 · 02-13-2011, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Tio Gato

Emrilware, made by All-Clad, can be found on sale often. It's good stuff.

I also use a lot of Calphalon and have for years but their Non Stick is not the best at all. I have a few pieces of non stick Emerilware by All-Clad and it is great stuff. I am not fond of "sets" - shop sales at the big box home stores and find the individual pieces/brands that fit your needs. Since Martha Stewart bought out Emeril I am not sure what the status is with Emerilware but it will likely go to crap and be at KMart soon.

emopunker2004 · 02-13-2011, 09:03 AM

we got a nice set of Tfal at Target on clearance. Normally like $199 got it for like $50 on clearance

md4958 · 02-13-2011, 10:01 AM

How much do you want to spend Duane? I can recommend a set that is amazing (Titanium). Cooks like a dream... has the heat retention of cast iron, but you can fry an egg with no oil or butter at all.

I purchased two back in September and they are the only pans we use now. My wife can fry up chicken cutlets with only a few tablespoons of oil, and they are even crispier than when she used to pan fry them. You dont even need to put it in the dishwasher for most items... Run it under water and wipe with a paper towel, NOTHING sticks to it. (not even melted plastic)

Only problem is each pan is $200-$400.
http://euroshop.mybigcommerce.com/categories/Cookware/

They usually do demos at state fairs (thats where I purchased mine). If you would like I can see if I can contact the guy that sold me mine and find out if they will be demo-ing in your area soon. You might be able to get a better deal at a fair.

forgop · 02-13-2011, 12:20 PM

I'd spend ~ $300 if I was getting a nice set. The bummer deal for me though is the sets that are hand wash only. Seriously, what is it about a dishwasher that is bad for washing pots/pans that heats to several hundred degrees on your stove?

I'm also more partial to Sams Club as I'm not a Costco member if it makes any difference.

md4958 · 02-13-2011, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by forgop

Seriously, what is it about a dishwasher that is bad for washing pots/pans that heats to several hundred degrees on your stove?

Detergent

RGD. · 02-13-2011, 01:07 PM

Another vote on the Calphalon. Wife wanted it, we both like it and no problems running through the dishwasher that I have noticed.

Ron

bobarian · 02-13-2011, 01:35 PM

Calphalon is good everyday cookware. But depending on the type of dishes you cook you may want a 12" Stainless frying pan(All Clad), its difficult to make pan sauces when cooking with non-stick. You dont get the fond(brown bits) on the bottom when browning meat in a non stick pan. You also might look into getting a 5-8qt cast iron dutch oven for stews. Le Creuset is good but expensive, I recently picked up a 6qt Tramontina Dutch oven from Walmart(online only) and have been very happy. Cost was $49, one fifth of the L.C.

Ratters · 02-13-2011, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by forgop

I'd spend ~ $300 if I was getting a nice set. The bummer deal for me though is the sets that are hand wash only. Seriously, what is it about a dishwasher that is bad for washing pots/pans that heats to several hundred degrees on your stove?

The jets force water into the rivets. Plus with most things the dishwasher won't really get it clean anyhow. Handwashing isn't a big deal, I do it with all of mine.

forgop · 02-13-2011, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ratters

The jets force water into the rivets. Plus with most things the dishwasher won't really get it clean anyhow. Handwashing isn't a big deal, I do it with all of mine.

I don't mind occasional hand washing, but with 3 youngsters and me in school full-time, we're just quite busy and it's nice to fill a dishwasher and have it clean vs. leaving it behind in the sink if we're on the go.

forgop · 02-13-2011, 02:36 PM

My cousin who does a lot of cooking was fond of the Emerilware. Thinking of this set:

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17410750

I already have a $60 credit for something to return and I'm hoping I can use a 20% off coupon on it.

Salvelinus · 02-13-2011, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forgop

My cousin who does a lot of cooking was fond of the Emerilware. Thinking of this set:

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17410750

I already have a $60 credit for something to return and I'm hoping I can use a 20% off coupon on it.

Just picked up the 10" fry pan from this set today. We have a calphalon set that is mostly fine, but the 10" fry pan gets a lot of use and it is no longer non-stick. Haven't cooked on the Emerilware yet, but it seems like a sturdier pan and I love the fact that I can pop it in the oven if I want to.

maverickdrinker · 02-13-2011, 05:09 PM

another vote for All Clad. A good alternative is cuisinart. They make good non stick pans IMHO.

forgop · 02-13-2011, 07:04 PM

Think I've narrowed it down to these 4 sets while being able to use a 20% off coupon and an in-store credit:

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=14335803

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17467808

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=13743843

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17410750

02-12-2011, 10:56 PM	#1
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Any recommendations for a set of cookware? Looking for a good set. Not sure if stainless, waterless, or ??? Is the way to go or what. It must br dishwasher friendly as we just don't have the time to handwash 100% of the time. We williston likely be using sprays or olive oil and i fear sticking will possibly be an issue. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

02-12-2011, 11:00 PM	#2
GoodFella out to sea Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SC2FL Posts: 588 Trading: (7)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? for a good set that does not have a break in time use. calphalon. sams club sells some good non stick sestaurant style fora good deal but the non stick falls off fast. the calphalon set i use get a lot of work, and they still look new. some pans have a break in time that sucks cus u have to hand wash them a lot to get them right. i cook for a living just to let you know. __________________

02-13-2011, 12:44 AM	#3
mscales Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? I also vote Calphalon. Costco also has some very nice stuff copied off it.

02-13-2011, 01:32 AM	#4
Ratters Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,848 Trading: (2)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? I have a bunch of All Clad and Calphalon. If I had to stick with just one, it would be the all clad, but it doesn't have a nonstick surface which is nice to have some times. But it heats evenly and cleans up nicely. All Clad is really pricey though. If you just need daily cookware, as Mike said the Costco Calphalonish stuff is pretty good for relatively cheap.

02-13-2011, 04:23 AM	#5
Bunker New hardware installed. Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Rick Location: Moonbatachusetts Posts: 950 Trading: (18)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? I bought my set of Calphalon in 2002 afeter my divorce, I am still using it. Whatever you gut, look for a set with oven-safe handles __________________ "Good is good, even if no one is doing it - and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is doing it."

02-13-2011, 08:17 AM	#6
Tio Gato Uncle Kitty Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 2,075 Trading: (11)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? Emrilware, made by All-Clad, can be found on sale often. It's good stuff. __________________ "You stink like cigars Uncle Kitty!" Said my Boo age 3. "Kid, take care of your family and the hell with anyone else" My Grandpa Bubba.

02-13-2011, 08:58 AM	#7
GoodFella out to sea Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SC2FL Posts: 588 Trading: (7)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? I also for got if u want to try out some of the caph stuff swing by ross or tj max, u sometime can. Get a real good deal on pans, just give them a real good once over. __________________

02-13-2011, 09:03 AM	#9
emopunker2004 Central Fla rollin Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Justin Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 6,171 Trading: (46)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? we got a nice set of Tfal at Target on clearance. Normally like $199 got it for like $50 on clearance

02-13-2011, 10:01 AM	#10
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? How much do you want to spend Duane? I can recommend a set that is amazing (Titanium). Cooks like a dream... has the heat retention of cast iron, but you can fry an egg with no oil or butter at all. I purchased two back in September and they are the only pans we use now. My wife can fry up chicken cutlets with only a few tablespoons of oil, and they are even crispier than when she used to pan fry them. You dont even need to put it in the dishwasher for most items... Run it under water and wipe with a paper towel, NOTHING sticks to it. (not even melted plastic) Only problem is each pan is $200-$400. http://euroshop.mybigcommerce.com/categories/Cookware/ They usually do demos at state fairs (thats where I purchased mine). If you would like I can see if I can contact the guy that sold me mine and find out if they will be demo-ing in your area soon. You might be able to get a better deal at a fair. __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

02-13-2011, 12:20 PM	#11
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? I'd spend ~ $300 if I was getting a nice set. The bummer deal for me though is the sets that are hand wash only. Seriously, what is it about a dishwasher that is bad for washing pots/pans that heats to several hundred degrees on your stove? I'm also more partial to Sams Club as I'm not a Costco member if it makes any difference.

02-13-2011, 01:07 PM	#13
RGD. God Like Status Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ron Location: Alexandria, Virginia Posts: 971 Trading: (1)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? Another vote on the Calphalon. Wife wanted it, we both like it and no problems running through the dishwasher that I have noticed. Ron

02-13-2011, 01:35 PM	#14
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? Calphalon is good everyday cookware. But depending on the type of dishes you cook you may want a 12" Stainless frying pan(All Clad), its difficult to make pan sauces when cooking with non-stick. You dont get the fond(brown bits) on the bottom when browning meat in a non stick pan. You also might look into getting a 5-8qt cast iron dutch oven for stews. Le Creuset is good but expensive, I recently picked up a 6qt Tramontina Dutch oven from Walmart(online only) and have been very happy. Cost was $49, one fifth of the L.C.

02-13-2011, 02:36 PM	#17
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? My cousin who does a lot of cooking was fond of the Emerilware. Thinking of this set: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17410750 I already have a $60 credit for something to return and I'm hoping I can use a 20% off coupon on it.

02-13-2011, 05:09 PM	#19
maverickdrinker I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: art Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 2,590 Trading: (15)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? another vote for All Clad. A good alternative is cuisinart. They make good non stick pans IMHO.

02-13-2011, 07:04 PM	#20
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: Any recommendations for a set of cookware? Think I've narrowed it down to these 4 sets while being able to use a 20% off coupon and an in-store credit: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=14335803 http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17467808 http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=13743843 http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/prod...p?SKU=17410750