Calphalon? Pots? Registry confusion!

Ladies,

Is it better to get the expensive Calphalon pots?? I really don't cook all that much, and am wondering if we need the $300 10 piece set, when the ChefMate set was $150.

Opinions please! I dont want something that's cr*ppy and going to break after a little use, but I'm also not a gourmet chef either.... decisions, decisions, decisions...

Also, what is the difference that we are paying the extra $ for??

Message edited 3/1/2006 9:57:11 PM.

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It's worth the price!!!

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I registered for Calphalon. I'm not that big on cooking, but I'm going to cook more when I'm married. I think it's worth it to spend more on better pots because you can have them forever.

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we registered for calphalon too!

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We registered for the Calpalon tri-ply stainless but did not receive it. So after our wedding we used the 20% discount from BB&B and bought them for ourselves. OMG, they are amazing to cook on. Everything tastes so much better. But you need to buy barkeeper's friend to clean them.

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I have Calpalon pots and I really like them. You can always register for them and if you don't get them, you can buy the less expensive ones yourself. They are expensive, but they should last forever.

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I registered for the KitchenEssentials Calphalon from Target. They are much less expensive and you can put them in the dishwasher They also have a 10 year warranty. I cook often and right now have a cheap set that hasn't given me any problems so I didn't see the need to get a really $$ one. JMO though!!

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You can't put Calphalon in the dishwasher?

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Posted by jenheartsrob

You can't put Calphalon in the dishwasher?

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I would definitely go for the better pots - it's the type of thing that you will have forever, so you may as well get good ones now!

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is there teflon in calphalon??

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Both FH & I love to cook, so for us it was definitely worth it to register for the Calphalon. FH has had his eye on a pan from them that is only carried at William-Sonoma - so we had to register there, because he desperately wants his pan. Although, he did promise to make chicken marsala once a month for me if someone purchases it!!

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Expensive pots are so worth it!!! You will have them forever!!!!

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I registered for Calphalon. Fh's decision. Seriously that was the ONE thing he wanted to pick out. Can't wait to start using them.

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I personally am biased towards All-Clad but Calphalon is good, too. But just a suggestion for registering for pots, how about picking out a couple of pots you'll really use as opposed to a whole set. Many of the sets come with small pans and pots, and you may not get as much use out of them as you like. Instead, register for a couple of large pans and maybe one small one, too. Just a suggestion...

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It is definitely worth the price. I would get them.

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we didn't register for Calphalon. But I can tell you that good pots and pans are worth it! do not "cheap out" on them. you'll end replacing them in no time.

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well... I have Farberware pots.. I cook a lot... they are fine... I do have some Calphalon pots too.... I like them as well.... I wash the farberware with cameo.... it makes them shiny......

so... I don't know.... go with what you can afford... if you need to add later, then you can always do that...

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We didn't register for pots because FH aunt gave us Faberware pots and pans for Xmas that all have non stick coating and are dishwashable safe. They are working out great for us!

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another Farberware supporter here. I originally registered for a large All-Clad set. After talking to my mother and sister, they say having the nice stuff, is just that...nice.
On the day to day, they grab their Farberware. It's lighter, more durable, and a lil more "foolproof" when you can't watch your cooking chasing around kids, etc. So, I took the All-Clad off my registry, put up a 14 piece Farberware set, and for Christmas my FSIL bought it for me.

It's been great!! I love Farberware. Easy to clean, easy to use.

Just think if you are making complex, chef quality meals everyday, get a set of All-Clad. If you want something to help whip up a quick pot of sauce? get the Farberware.

OR, register for both!!

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I'm partial to All Clad too because I had the Caphalon and had to throw them out. But for everyone else who has them they are great.

I would register for a moderately priced set. You can always add to it later.

No matter how much you cook, just remember to take care of them.

I would not put them in the diswasher.

As a reference-these are the pots and pans I use all the time:

8" sautee
10" sautee
1 qt sauce pot (for heating up soup)
8" non-stick-don't scrub these clean..wipe with a sponge
6 qt stock pot
10qt stock pot-when making homemade chicken soup and (lobsters.)

I use these a few times a month. I have others that I use occassionally. You may be better off just getting some open stock pieces that you know you will use. Think about what you cook and how often. Do you make eggs on the weekend? Pasta for dinner? Homemade soups and stews? Will you be more adventureous after your married in the kitchen? Many people do-I know I did.

Message edited 3/2/2006 9:51:15 AM.

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I don't have Calphalon but I agree that you should register for a good set. We registered for the Kitchen Aid set at Fortunoff after talking to the manager and getting his feedback. We love the set and it was well worth the money. The food cooks much differently than it did when we had our Tools of the Trade (Macy's) set.

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We registered for Emerilware, his 10 piece set is $199. I felt that was a good price for starter set since I have no idea how to cook!

From the reviews, it looks like good quality for a decent price which is what I wanted. I figured later on I can get a really good set, when I figure out if we like stainless steel or non-stick better.

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Emerilware is made by All Clad!

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Definitely go for the better pots. A $300 10pc set isn't that expensive for what you're getting...we registered for open stock (individual peices instead of a set- so we get exactly what we want) -but chose All Clad....they're closer to $100 a pot and up.

It's worth it. You'll have the pots forever, and the better the pots, the easier it is to cook with, and clean. The old saying- "you get what you pay for" - definitely applies here.