cookware

christy Posted: Feb 07, 2003 01:59 PM

cookware

I did not receive my cookware for my shower. So, now I am shopping around. Can you share what you registered for, or what you have now? I am trying to find a good deal, but still get great cookware.

MarcellaBella Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:04 PM

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I registered for AllClad.. They are supposed to be the best..

Check out Crate& Barrel, it was less expensive there.

Misty Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:04 PM

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You should really check Amazon.com. They are cheaper for everything like this. I registered for Anolon Professional Series...and I think they have a great price for the 10 piece set!

CherylBooch Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:05 PM

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I swear by Pampered Chef! They have the best quality stuff by far and a great lifetime guarantee. But you have to order through a consultant. FM me if you're interested!!

Jodi73 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:05 PM

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I registered and got Analon Advanced. They have it at Bloomingdales, BBB and the smaller set at Fortunoff. I got a 12 piece.

It also came with a great bonus!

chefe Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:05 PM

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All-Clad, all-Clad, All-clad.

I swear by it. It is expensive, but will last a lifetime. I prefer stainless steel, the least expensive of the line. A 10 piece set, runs about $600. I also recommend that you get a 12' non-stick skillet, preferable Calphalon commercial non-stick, as well as an 8' skillet from the same line. This is the best stuff I have ever used and always get great results.

yabbobay Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:06 PM

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we've had anolon for 2 years and they are still like brand new!

balilove Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:07 PM

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All Clad. I registered with Williams Sonoma. I love to cook and I have some pieces already, they are very durable and I am not a fan of any type of teflon.

eroxgirl Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:09 PM

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I think I registered for Calphalon, stainless steel b/c I always scratch up the non-stick pans (I like metal utensils). I don't know what I'm using now but they stink.

susans Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:10 PM

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Ours are Calphalon as well.

debbus Posted: Feb 07, 2003 02:17 PM

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We have all clad, stainless. I couldn't be happier.
We used to have Calphalon hard anodized. I hated it. The finish wasn't stable and turned silver in some spots.
Try to get the best you can afford. I reccomend stainless. Not the non-stick. I have one great non-stick saute pan that I use. Great to have but you don't need it in a whole set. If you do serious cooking you won't be able to caramalize the meat and get a good sauce.(need the brown bits!)
Hope this helps(I used to work for williams-sonoma if you couldn't tell!)

Also, Bed, bath and beyond always has 20% off coupons. Save some up. They accept expired coupons and will take up to five of them!
Happy shopping!
Deb

Buttafli1277 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:15 PM

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I registered for Analon.

mims107 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:18 PM

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We also registered for the Calphalon stainless steel :-) FH chose it.

Jenny5150 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:26 PM

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We have Calphalon Commercial.

EvenEdan Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:31 PM

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Can anyone explain what the heck all clad, calphalon and analon are??? What is the difference? I will be registering soon and have no clue!

gemlmb Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:31 PM

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We got Anolon 12 piece set. I still haven't opened the box yet! That goes for all the other boxes in our living room too!

Jenny5150 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:33 PM

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my FH manufactures cookware...do you want me to have him explain?

EvenEdan Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:34 PM

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LOL. Sounds like the perfect person to explain it! Break it down for me Mr. Jenny5150!

Jenny5150 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 06:44 PM

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AllClad:
Overall this is the some of the best cookware manufactured today, although it is VERY expensive. The process uses a clad body in which the entire body of the vessel is constructed from a number of sandwhiched layers of stainless steel, aluminum, copper or other materials depending on the line you choose. The benefit of the clad body is important because it provides the durability of stainless steel and the heating properties of aluminum. The clad body also allows for even heat distribution throughout the entire vessel. Stainless steel on its own is actually a poor heat conducter with hot and cold spots throughout the material.

Calphalon / Analon:
They are primarily noted for the widespread introduction of Anodized Aluminum Bodies. Anodized Aluminim solved some of the problems with aluminum in terms of durability. The process of anodizing significantly hardens the otherwise soft aluminum material. Aluminum is an excellent heat conductor and this is excellent cookware. While not as good as allclad in terms of durability it is comparable in terms of performance for the average homeowner. The other major choice is aesthetic, the cleaner look of stainless steel or the commercial look of anodized aluminum.

There are other considerations such as stainless steel cookware with impact bonded clad bottoms but I would suggest staying with the above choices...