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Simply Calphalon Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set

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Calphalon SS10 Stainless 10-Piece Cookware Set
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Technical Details

- Includes 8-, 10-inch omelets; 1-, 2-quart covered saucepans; 3-quart covered sauté; 6-quart covered stockpot
- Surgical-quality 18/10 stainless-steel interior and exterior surfaces
- Bottom core of heavy-gauge, highly conductive aluminum
- Contoured stainless-steel long handles; domed glass covers
- Oven-safe to 450 degrees; 10-year warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Hallelujah" 2009-10-25
By Educated Redneck
This is a superb set of cookware, and the price beats out other similar sets. Heat conduction is outstanding, and the lining in the skillets has a good finish. The bases are satisfyingly heavy, and each piece has an overall sturdy feel. I cook a lot, but even more so now, as I look forward to getting to this beautiful cookware, some of which I keep on display. My sister had recommended Calphalon to me for getting top-tier at a good value (she's a caterer). My faith in her was rewarded with this purchase.

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 "Calphalon Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set" 2009-10-08
By M. J. Lang (Florida Keys)
First I need to advise all that this set was not my first choice. I had my Heart set on a ALLCLAD set that was out of stock. As I had an immediate need for the pots and pans I went with this set. I can't tell you how happy I am. For the cost the quality in my eyes is equal to sets twice what I paid. Cooking is fun again!

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 "Great set for the price, but not perfect." 2009-02-14
By DJ (California, USA)
I purchased this set almost two years ago. Back then, the price for this set was $150, so I got an even better deal. Prior to that, my only other pans were my lodge cast iron skillets, and some other very poor cheap pans. For the first year, the pans held up tremendously. I cooked 4-5 times a week, and often cooked meals for over 20 people using just these pans. They heated fairly evenly, and produced great results. They made cooking so much more fun as I could make food that was impossible with poorer quality pans. However, as my cooking has developed, and I moved to higher-end pans such as the Calphalon tri-ply, Calphalon-one nonsticks, and my all-clad stainless pieces, I've begun to see a lot more faults with this set. For one, the non-stick coating has begun to peel and flake miserably. The 10" skillet, which I have used probably 5x more than the 8" skillet is now unusable. No, they have never been in a dish washer or abused with metal utensils. I wanted a traditional fry pan, and decided to purchase the calphalon tri-ply 12", and immediately noticed a huge difference. The clad pan heated much more rapidly, and much more evenly. It was just better in every way, and since then, I eventually moved on to purchase a 10 piece all clad stainless steel set, and felt that it was worth every penny. I understand that not everyone can spend $500-$600 dollars on a set of pans, but I would really suggest that you try to save up a little bit longer and go for the calphalon tri-ply or the all-clad if you can. I've since used clad pans just as much if not more than the Simply Calphalon pans, and they still perform as new. The Simply Calphalon pans seem to take longer to heat up now and have developed hot spots. They're still very usable, and I can still make great food with these pans, but I think that saving up for a little bit more for the higher end pans would have saved me money in the long run, and space in my kitchen. But, if $200 is all you have, this is definitely a fantastic set and well worth the money. I would also look at the Kirkland Set, which I bought for my mom and have used extensively. They're very different, as they're hard anodized, solid aluminum pans, and must be treated and approached differently - it just depends on what you're looking for.

Customer Buzz
 "Very nice pots & pans" 2009-01-09
By * (Bennington, VT)
I did a lot of research in my hunt for the best cheaper cookware, and this is what I settled on. I have not been disappointed. They look nice, cook well, etc. My only cons are that they do discolor easily (but hey, this is cookware, not modern art) and items such as rice do burn to the bottom, even if you add oil/butter. Other than that though, I do love these, and I plan on using them for a loooong time to come.

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 "great cookware---can't recommend highly enough" 2008-07-21
By Nancy Schloot (Milwaukee, WI USA)
I bought the Calphalon simply stainless cookware 12 piece set (not offered any more?) and a couple extra open stock pieces over two years ago. It arrived within days with no shipping charge. This is the greatest cookware set I've ever owned. Sticking food is NOT a problem, and the cookware maintains a lovely appearance with really no special care. All the saucepans are stainless, but the 8- and 10-inch fry pans have a non-stick finish. The glass lids were a requirement, and I wouldn't ever go back to metal lids again. I would recommend this set, this line, to anyone who wants a nice-looking, nice-functioning cookware set that can go into the dishwasher. I would definitely buy this again, but I think this set will work well for years and years.


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Calphalon 7-Piece Cookware Mixed Utensil Set

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Technical Details

- Set Contents: Nylon Slotted Spoon, Nylon Turner, Wood Medium Spoon, Wood All Purpose Turner, Nylon Stir Fry Turner, Nylon Ladle and Stainless Crock
- Dishwasher Safe (Nylon and Silicone) Hand-wash (wood)
- Grip-anywhere handle on all utensils. Nylon and Silicone utensils feature a heat-resistant soft-touch silicone handle for more comfort and control
- Nylon heat resistant to 400 degrees F/204 degrees C. Silicone heat resistant to 500 degrees F/260 degrees C
- Wood utensils crafted from solid beech wood with natural oil finish
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Calphalon Dormond, Hard-Anodized Cookware Cleaner, 7-Ounces

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It's like a face-lift for your hard-anodized pans! Apply Dormond cleanser periodically to restore hard-anodized surfaces to their smooth, matte, like-new appearance.
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Technical Details

- Calphalon dormond cleaner
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Customer Buzz
 "Thought my pots were ruined until I tried this!" 2009-11-04
By Lori (Texas)
My cookware was from Costco and against the instructions on the box, I put it in the dishwasher. The outsides of the pots became whitish and dull. I thought my pots were ruined until I tried this! Wonderful stuff.

Customer Buzz
 "Calphalon Dormond Cleaner" 2009-10-30
By Texas Tiffany (Texas)
Had some older and newer Calphalon pots with the outside in sad shape....this cream cleaned it all up miraculously. Would recommend it to other Calphalon cookware users.

Customer Buzz
 "Overrated" 2009-09-19
By Boilermate (Upstate NY)
I'm not sure what the big deal is with this stuff. I tried it on my 2 1/2 yr old 10 inch omelet pan and I must say am underwhelmed. Despite several applications and lots of scrubbing, this $15 jar of cleaner was no better than my 89 cent can of Bon Ami, and maybe not as good. I'll probably use it up only because it cost so much, but I won't be ordering it again.

Customer Buzz
 "Renew your Calphalon pots" 2009-02-23
By Steven Ebstein
This cleaner, complete with its own Scotchbrite-like applicator, will renew black Calphalon pots (anodized aluminum) to their original look. Highly recommended.

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 "AMAZING CLEANER FOR CALPHALON OWNERS!" 2009-01-19
By ! MR. KNOW IT ALL ;-b (TRI STATE AREA)
I purchased a set of Calphalon's flag ship cookware(Calphalon One Hard Anodized)for my wife this year for Christmas. She was very happy and excited to get this top quality cookware set and wanted to keep her gifts looking new. She tried many different cleaners which didn't do the job right, until she tried Calphalon Dormond Cleaner.



Considering the investment your putting out on this cookware, it's worth buying a jar of this as it takes out scratched and even light gouges with minimal effort. Also Barkeepers friend is great for everyday use on cleaning the inside and outside of the cookware. These two cleaners are all you need to keep your cookware looking brand new and it will last you a life time.


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Simply Calphalon Nonstick Hard-Anodized 10-Piece Cookware Set

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Simply Calphalon Nonstick 10 Piece Set
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Technical Details

- 10-piece set includes 1- and 2-quart saucepans (each with lids); 3-quart covered saute pan; 6-1/2-quart covered stockpot; 8- and 10-inch skillets
- Hard-anodized exterior will not chip or crack; heats fast and evenly
- 2-layer nonstick surface on all pans for superb food release, easy cleaning, and extended use
- Domed tempered glass with silicone handles; dual-riveted cast stainless steel handles with silicone accents
- Oven safe to 400 degrees F; hand wash; backed by 10-year limited warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Have owned Calphalon nearly ten years now, and am glad I do..." 2009-08-02
By Arlene F. Seling (Waterford, MI)
The line I own is called the Non Stick Professional, not the Commercial or Simply line. I started with a 10pc.set, and was able to add many many assorted pieces by shopping the Chef's Outlet. Prices were half that of Macy's. Which enabled me to add the bakeware as well, along with the griddle and a huge colander. It all seems to be holding up just fine. Due to the fact I NEVER EVER put in the dishwasher, or stack inside one another. They are all stored w/ lids on. It isn't always about what you pay for something that determines it's longevity, it's how you care for it. Other places found at great prices are TJ Maxx, and Marshalls.



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 "Quality Product!!!" 2009-04-15
By Chrissy (New Jersey)
I was looking for quality when I purchased this set, and I got it! I read the instructions that followed it. I hand wash, use only plastic and wood utensils, and no non-stick cook spray. I couldn't be happier with them. Nothing sticks, the handles don't get hot, it's a pleasure cooking with them! (I have not tried them in the oven yet, but they are oven safe to a degree!)


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Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 12-Inch Everyday Pan with Lid

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The 12-in. Everyday Pan is an all-purpose pan. Use it for searing, browning and sauteing vegetables and meats. It also works well for making paella, jambalaya and all-in-one meals that you can bring right to the table to serve. The 2 loop handles make for easier lifting.Backed by a lifetime warranty, Calphalon's Commercial Hard-Anodized Cookware is made to professional standards, offering the home chef unsurpassed cooking performance, superior construction and lasting durability. Each piece in the Commercial Hard-Anodized line is made of a heavy-gauge aluminum, all-metal construction with the advanced technology of the Cool V stainless handles. The aluminum construction provides superior cooking performance by distributing the heat evenly so there are no hot spots as you cook. And because it's made entirely of metal, each pan can be used in the oven and under the broiler. The hard-anodizing seals the cooking surface, making it stick-resistant and non-reactive to the foods being cooked. The Cool V handles are designed to stay cool on the stovetop, and are balanced with such precision that the pans feel lighter when you pick them up.
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Technical Details

- Constructed of heavy-gauge hard-anodized aluminum for superior heat conductivity
- Patented stay-cool cast-stainless-steel handles
- Stick- and scratch-resistant surface; dome-shaped hard-anodized lid ideal for moist-heat cooking
- Oven-safe up to 450 degrees F
- Lifetime warranty; made in China
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Customer Buzz
 "Read the majority of these reviews." 2009-10-09
By Michael M. Rivas (Sacramento, CA)
I've had this pan for quite a while(read: years) but I've only started to really use it in the last few months.



This pan is a beast. I cook everything with it now for good reason. I have several lower quality pans that I still keep around when I need something more specific, like sauces or the like. But for main dishes, this is the pan I go to bar none. It cooks more evenly with less direct heat than the rest of my collection. General meat cooking for chicken and pork result in very even heating which means that I can cook more stuff on the pan without having to shift everything around all the time to get the "good spot."



Oh and please read what others have been writing about it. It is NOT non-stick. Use butter, margarine, oil or what have you if you are concerned about food sticking to the pan itself. And for the love of god don't put ANY nice cookware into the dishwasher. Use cheaper stuff for the food you aren't really concerned about and toss that into the dishwasher then use this pan for your main dish and hand wash.



All in all though I'm thinking about getting a second one just so that I can do more cooking at the same time without the wait that I do now. Amazing stuff.

Customer Buzz
 "calphalon, not all it's cracked up to be" 2009-10-04
By Debra A. Forma (naples, fl)
I have had this product a few weeeks now and am very unsatisfied. I needed new pots and pans and bought a set of circulon 2 but the frying pans were too small. So I researched and ordered this pan, 12 inch everyday pan by cephalon. The reviews were generally good and cephalon was one of the top recommended brands. Everything sticks to the pan and I expected a flatter pan. This one has rounded sides and seems more for vegetables. Maybe saute' would not stick. I have used it several times hoping it just needed to be seasoned, but still I just don't care for the pan. I just finished making pancakes, only fit 3 small ones in the pan and they stuck even with lots of Pam spray. Maybe I am spoiled with the circulon 2, which is thicker and heavier and doesn't stick. My husband has used the pan too and he seeems to like it and that is the only reason I didn't return it.

Customer Buzz
 "Truly and Every Day Pan" 2009-10-03
By Oregon Cook (Eugene, Oregon)
This pan has been the workhorse in the kitchen for the last 3 years. Hardly a day goes by that it doesn't get used. The size and shape are very functional for many different things - it is my Chinese stir-fry wok, my paella pan, dutch oven, fry pan, sauce pan. The only things I don't use it for are omelettes and sauteeing delicate fish fillets, as I prefer non-stick for that function. I have learned that with the correct cooking techniques and temperatures, I don't have a problem with sticking while cooking other foods - steaks, chops, etc. It heats evenly and is easy to clean. Can't ask for anything more. The only "problem" I have with it, is that the handles don't provide much leverage when picking it up with one hand to scrape out a sauce, so it's not the ideal sauce pan. But it develops great fond, so even with that drawback, I still prefer it for pan sauces.

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 "Food stick to the pan" 2009-09-25
By Joel (Sacramento, CA)
I really don't understand how other reviewers gave good reviews on this. I don't know, maybe mine is a defective one. ??? All food stick to the pan and it is hard to clean. This pan may look good, but it is useless. I am going to return it.

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 "Bad Quality Control, Thin Layer of "Spray Paint"" 2009-09-24
By Elizabeth
I ordered this about three weeks ago when it was on sale. Since then, Amazon has sent me two Everyday Pans, each as replacements.



The problem is a quality control issue, seemingly with Calphalon. But Calphalon cannot directly help me. I called them, but because these pans are made in China, Amazon has to replace them. Calphalon cannot issue replacements as they do not have access to them here in the United States.



Each of the two Everyday Pans arrive scratched, or with very small holes in the coating from the manufacturing process. It looks like the entire silver aluminum base has been spray painted with the lightest, thinnest possible coating of the dark material that you see, that material which you think is so indestructible.



Well, it is not indestructible. It is incredibly thin. Each pan I've received has scratches showing the silver underneath, dots where when it was "spray painted" or however they apply this coating in the factory, the coating did not stick to the silver in some places.



Who wants a brand new pan that arrives and already has compromises to the anodized coating?



This is a very poorly made pan. It looks GORGEOUS except for the issues with the coating. It sits on my stovetop and if you do not see the areas where it is scratched, it looks indestructible. It looks like a sturdy pan and has the most marvelous handles. It has a very pleasing shape. It looks like something you can't wait to cook in. It looks wonderful sitting on my stove top, but I am sending it back to Amazon.



If they can ever get their quality control issues resolved, so that I can receive one where the coating is not compromised, I will gladly try to cook in it.



Until then, I will wait.



EDITED TO ADD: Also, I tried to store this in my cabinet. Just the briefest contact with another pot, and I do mean the briefest; it barely touched it -- scratched the exterior so that the silver aluminum underneath shows through. So if I ever did end up with one and used it for cooking, I would be using kid gloves to do so. These are not hardy, sturdy pots as they initially appear.



I had the same exact experience with their 12-quart stockpot. I cannot recommend either until they get their quality control issues under control.


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Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 2-1/2-Quart Shallow Saucepan with Lid

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Backed by a lifetime warranty, Calphalon's Commercial Hard-Anodized Cookware is made to professional standards, offering the home chef unsurpassed cooking performance, superior construction and lasting durability. The 2.5-Qt. Shallow Saucepan with Lid is designed for making and reducing sauces, roux and for heating soup or, boiling eggs. The thick bottom and sides absorb heat evenly and help protect delicate sauces from overheating. The wider, shallower design allows liquid and moisture to evaporate more quickly, so your reductions and sauces are ready sooner.Each piece in the Commercial Hard-Anodized line is made of a heavy-gauge aluminum, all-metal construction with the advanced technology of the Cool V stainless handles. The aluminum construction provides superior cooking performance by distributing the heat evenly so there are no hot spots as you cook. And because it's made entirely of metal, each pan can be used in the oven and under the broiler. The hard-anodizing seals the cooking surface, making it stick-resistant and non-reactive to the foods being cooked. The Cool V handles are designed to stay cool on the stovetop, and are balanced with such precision that the pans feel lighter when you pick them up.
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Technical Details

- Straight-sided pan ideal for sauces; use also for stews and casseroles
- Heavy aluminum with thick bottom to heat evenly, quickly
- Anodized for hardness and stick-resistance
- Riveted, oven-safe handle is cast stainless steel, resists heat on stovetop
- Hand wash with mild detergent; made in China
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Customer Buzz
 "Help! Need coq au vin recipe!" 2009-10-02
By Clifford Zimmerman (Raleigh, NC USA)
I've managed to lose the recipe card that came with this pan. Could someone out there who has it please upload it? The recipe that Calphalon currently lists on its website is for a larger size pan, and the ingredients are all different.

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 "Absolutely the best Steak Frying Pan of All Time" 2009-09-22
By D. MCKELVEY (Charleston)
I have had one of these since 1981. It is the best ever. When I saw this product at $30, I wanted to buy all of them, but just bought one.



My original will last another 30 years. I have a back up just in case. I don't know why I'll ever need it.



Seriously, if you can buy this monster for $30, buy a bunch and give them away. This is the best pan ever for searing, sauces and whatever you want to do.

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 "My new favorite pot" 2009-09-13
By M. Black (Merchantville, NJ)
I bought this pot because my daughter got one for a wedding gift five years ago and loves it. She was wanting the next size up but said they were too expensive. I went oon Amazon.com to see if they sold Calphalon and found that not only did they have it, they had the exact pot my daughter had and for a fraction of the original cost. So I bought one for myself. I too love it. I then bought one for my daughter-in-law (a great cook) for her birthday along with a new cook book. My daughter-in-law's birthday won't be here for another month and a half so I can't tell you if she loves it as much as my daughter and I do.



It's easy to clean (although you can't put it in the dishwasher). Nothing seems to burn or stick to it. I think it's a pot I'll have forever and it sooooo worth the price.

Customer Buzz
 "right size, right performance" 2009-09-12
By Peter Hofer (McCormick, SC)
This Saucepan is just the right size to heat 6-8 Franks, make Marinara for 2-4 people, noodles for a casserole and many more such chores. It heats very uniformly and washes up with a soft sponge or rag and soap.

The Lid fits precisely reducing the chance to "boil it dry". We are very pleased with this Saucepan and highly recommend it to all, who love to cook.

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 "Starting a new set !" 2009-09-10
By Mary L. Lietz
I am very happy with the quaility and ease of care, even heat, comfortable handle and clean up is a snap.


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Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless-Steel 13-Piece Cookware Set

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The Triply Stainless Steel 13pc Cookware Set offers you every pan you need for almost any cooking chore, included are 8" & 10" omelette pans, 1.5qt & 2.5qt & 4.5qt saucepans with glass lids, 3qt saute pan with glass lid, 6qt stockpot with glass and a stainless steel pasta insert that fits in the stockpot! Calphalon Triply Stainless brings you true cooking performance with an aluminum core at the heart of every pan. Heavy gauge conductive aluminum is bonded betwen two layers of 18/10 stainless steel to form a three-ply disk. This three-ply disk is then formed into a pan shape with equal side wall and bottom thickness throughout the pan that ensures quick and even cooking throughout- no hot spots! The exclusive "Cool V" handles stay cool on the stovetop, and the tempered glass lids allow for easy monitoring of the cooking process! Flared rims on all of the pans protect edges from being marred, and make pouring easier, neater and safer. Lifetime Warranty and dishwasher safe (but be aware that the dishwasher will dull the stainless surface over time). A little helpful hint to keep your pans looking their best, clean with "Bar Keepers Friend" metal cleaner and a soft sponge (this stuff is inexpensive in most grocery stores and works great on all metals!). Safe for ceramic, glass and any surface requiring a flat bottomed pan.
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Technical Details

- Includes 8- and 10-inch omelet pans, 11/2-, 21/2-, and 41/2-quart saucepans with lids, 3-quart sauté pan with lid, 6-quart stockpot with lid and pasta insert
- 18/10 stainless-steel construction for strength and beauty; satin interior finish
- Aluminum base provides excellent conductivity for even heat distribution
- Heat-tempered glass lids resist shattering and permit food monitoring
- Oven-safe up to 700 degrees F; clean in the dishwasher; lifetime warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "I love these so much!" 2009-07-23
By N. Doyon
I just got these pans a little less than a week ago as a gift at my wedding shower, and I absolutely love them. They are so easy to cook with and more importantly they're easy to clean too. Even to make eggs is a breeze. All the bad reviews you read about these pans are from those who do not know how to cook with stainless steel. There is a very precise way of doing so and it you follow it you won't be let down.

Customer Buzz
 "Video "tour" of Calphalon, with a comparison to Cuisinart Multiclad" 2009-07-14
By Debbie Lee Wesselmann (the Lehigh Valley, PA)
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R215Y5I41RTI2E I researched other high-end stainless cookware (All-Clad, Cuisinart MultiClad) before settling on this Calphalon Tri-Ply set. In the end, I decided against the All-Clad because of uncomfortable handles, much higher price, and inability to stick in the dishwasher. That left Calphalon and Cuisinart. In this video, I give a "tour" of the Calphalon set, from lids to handles, and compare it to a Cuisinart Multiclad Pro Stainless 1-1/2-Quart Saucepan with Cover and to a bottom-clad Rohe pot. Yes, these Calphalon pots are both dishwasher- and oven-safe. Note: the coppery color on the pots is a reflection of the hardwood floors and NOT actual copper. The exterior is 100% stainless steel.

--Debbie Lee Wesselmann

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 "Very happy" 2009-05-14
By J. Marren (Glen Ridge, NJ USA)
I bought these pots about 3 weeks ago and have used the 1 1/2 qt. sized one practically every day since then, and I'm very pleased so far. My daughter-in-law has All-Clad, and I can't tell the difference between those and these, except price-wise. I love the glass covers! The handles are solid, and bolted on forever it seems like, and they stay nice and cool. So far, the pot I've been using has stayed shiny bright--I hand wash and dry, always have; the dishwasher can discolor pots and often doesn't get them clean enough for my taste. I haven't had a problem with marks, staining or water spots at all. Yes, I can see a few tiny scratches on the bottoms and inside, but these are pots, not fine crystal!



You need to experiment a bit with these if you've been using something very different. (For years (30+) I used the old Revereware copper bottoms but they started to look a little worse for the wear so I upgraded.) My experience so far is that they heat up a little more slowly than what I'm used to, but be careful, because once they get hot they're really hot! They heat uniformly and are quite sensitive to adjustments in the burners on your stove. (I use gas.) You really don't need to set the burners any higher than medium. If you do, food will burn easily.



Be aware that these pots are heavy--I'm fine with that, but an older person might find them too much to handle. The larger sizes have a very convenient extra handle, but I found those can get hot on higher heat settings.



All in all, I'm really pleased with this purchase. I've heard through the grapevine that Consumer Reports gave them the highest rating, and I can see why. Highly recommended.



Customer Buzz
 "Hard to beat at this price" 2009-05-11
By John G. Roberts (Maine)
The Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless 13 Piece set is hard to beat with all factors considered. Price, performance, aesthetics, ease of clean-up etc. etc. Never having been fans of stainless cookware in the past, we have been absolutely taken, so far, with this set. We were both brought up by parents who suffered through the hard times of the Great Depression and WWII. Accordingly they developed a high sense of frugality which was in-turn instilled in us. "Why buy a new pan when you can have this one I no longer use?" So we ended up with an ever evolving set of hand-me-downs that one might see in a yard sale and our cookware cupboard looked like something Andy Warhol might like to paint/photograph. The one absolute requirement,from both mothers, was that for certain cooking, properly seasoned/maintained cast iron skillets and dutch-ovens had no peers. A principle to which we both still subscribe and have self-proven. The "coated" aluminum pans eventually lose their non-stick coat, pure aluminum is a reactive metal and may pose health risks, plain stainless steel can be unforgiving depending on thickness etc. So, after 44 years together, through "our" tough times and "our" good times, we made a well researched decision finally bought a complete set of cookware, And, so far, we are delighted that it has performed as proclaimed. The full tri-ply sandwich does the trick. Even cooking at all points on the geometry. We have noted that the handles on the skillets/fry/omelet/saute pans do remain cool, the handles on the pots get a bit warmer, and the handles on the covers get warmer still. But, then, mitts should be used anyway. (Ever pick up a hot, camp-fire coffee pot before?)

We are happy and highly recommend Calphalon and in particular this set.

J&G in Maine

Customer Buzz
 "Worst cookware ever used" 2009-04-04
By SD CAL GUY (San Diego, CA)
I honestly can't get past all the positive reviews on this, maybe all 13 pieces of mine were defective, but regardless after months of trying unsuccessfully to cook and clean with these pots, I exchanged them for the Calphalon One Infused Anodized 10-piece set (and bought a 5Qt pan separately to complete it). Now before this I had some $50 generic non-stick set from Target for 9 years without a single issue (still had all its non-stick Teflon coating and I cook daily). So imagine how surprised I am when I get something 7x more expensive but is 100x more difficult to use.



So here's my problems with Tri-ply:

1) Everything sticks (and I mean EVERYTHING). Pasta sauce, noodles, ground beef, heck I could of sworn water was sticking to it. I was constantly playing with the temperatures of the stove to figure this thing out. One pan was practically ruined by heating a tortilla on it under lowest heat...it practically bonded with the metal. And forget about cooking eggs, they never came out right.



2) The handles and the cover handles get HOTT!! You cook something for fifteen minutes on the stove, you better grab an oven mitt because you're going to burn your hand touching the handles... nice design there.



3) They never look as good as the day you pull them out of the box, use once and they look used from then on.



4) Cleaning is the worst!! This was the straw that made me finally say enough was enough, I'm not living with these anymore. I used to spend a few minutes maybe max cleaning my old $50 nonstick set, but I found myself repeatedly having to reclean each pot because the stuff wouldn't come off. These are horrible to clean. I heard about Bar Keeper's Friend and I used that and it did help (I truly don't believe its possible to clean these w/o that product), but that stuff does a number on your hands too so I chose not to spend every night wearing latex gloves and scrubbing for several more minutes per pan than I used too. Before barkeeper's friend, I was at a point where I was ready to just throw all of these in the garbage.



Now the infused Anodized product, much better. Still not as fast to clean as non-stick, but pretty close. Cooks great, no handle heat issues, but still doesn't cook eggs well, so we bought some $5 nonstick frying pan that works perfectly (go figure... the cheapest product is the only one that works how its supposed too).



Anyways, stay away from Tri-Ply unless you just want to take it out of the box and hang it up on hooks to show off.


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Set includes: 8" omelette, 10" omelette, and 12" omelette, 3qt chefs casserole with cover, 7qt chefs casserole with cover, and 2.5qt shallow saucepan with cover. Heavy-gauge aluminum is responsive to temperature changes. These pans feature the original Calphalon hard anodized surface, which is stick resistant, meaning that it sticks when you want it (when your searing, browning) and releases when you need it to(when your food is ready). If you know how cast iron cooks, you know how the hard anodized cooks, but hard anodized has many beneifts that make it better choice- aluminum is a better conductor than iron, you never season your pan(so you dont have flavor transfer from dish to dish), and it doesn't rust! All pans are spun or drawn into shape, which makes the entire pan (sides as well as bottom) the same thickness, which guarantees even heating throughout. If you enjoy cooking and want the best and most versatile surface for performing a variety of techniques- this is the surface for you! Metal utensil and broiler safe. Lifetime Warranty.
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- Set includes 2-1/2-quart covered shallow saucepan; 8-, 10-, and 12-inch open skillets; 3- and 7-quart covered chef's casseroles
- Heavy-gauge, hard-anodized aluminum construction provides fast, even heating
- Riveted stainless-steel handles stay comfortably cool for stovetop cooking
- Casserole lids are domed to return moisture to pot; oven-safe
- Wash by hand recommended; metal utensil and broiler safe; lifetime warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Threw out the Circulon and got these!" 2009-08-20
By Sue B. (Speedway, IN United States)
I was gifted a set of Circulon and was disappointed in its performance from Day 1 but I cooked with them anyway. On a whim, I purchased the Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized Everyday Pan (available here on Friday Sales) and fell in love with it. Then I picked up a saucepan, also love, love, love. After 2 years of use, both pieces looked close to new. When the teflon coating on one of the Circulon pans started peeling, I knew it was time for them to go ... I ordered these and trashed the Circulon. So glad that I did.



A real plus is that the pans in this line are oven-safe, which means savings in the way of purchasing casseroles and roasters. The only cookware I like better than this for cooking/cleaning/versatility is Mario Batali Italian Essentials Pots, which are fantastic but oh, so much more expensive.



My only complaint/disappointment with this line is that I frequently "cook" bagged meals from frozen (you know, heat up oil and dump in a frozen pasta mix, and voila!). Frozen foods like that stick to these pans. I don't have the same problem with a Wok by a different maker. Otherwise, foods clean off easily and the pans keep looking/cooking good. It also does a fantastic job caramelizing onions ... yum!



BTW, I throw them into the dishwasher -- life is too short to hand-wash pans! No problems, and I could care less that it voids the warranty.



On pricing ... I ordered this set when the price fell insanely low ... and then had to wait about 1 month for it to get back in-stock & shipped. Be patient -- you can save more than 1/3 over the regular price offered here (which is about 1/2 of list).

Customer Buzz
 "I'd buy something else" 2009-08-07
By Ken King (Charlotte, MI USA)
I agree with the reviewers who complain about the sticking. If you are want non-stick, pass these by. I continue to favor my cast iron and a teflon coated Claphalon pan over these. The sizes of the sauce pans in this set seem odd and that also keeps me using them only occasionally. Yes, I have to soak before cleaning for almost anything that I cook in these pans which is not a big deal unless you consider that the tastiest bits of the dish aren't making it to your plate. Lastly, the "Made in China" is certainly a turn-off. Calphalon includes care and use instructions in the package that do not list this product line, leading me to believe that even Calphalon is not proud of these pans.

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 "Good Price...Bad Value" 2009-07-31
By W. Silver
I got this Calphalon set for my dad. I thought it would be a good set. Unfortunatly i didn't know enough about cookware at the time. Everything sticks to the pans and I was quite disapointed. My dad now has to contact Calphalon to see what the problem is and maybe try and get a new one. Such a disapointment. He is a big fan of Calphalon and I thought they would be good. I don't know if i got a reject set but they DO NOT work!!!!

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 "Great price for Great Cookware!" 2009-07-12
By Marcia Simmons (Odessa, MO)
I've owned several pieces of these pans, so when I saw an entire set at this price I couldn't resist. It's a great value. Some people complained that stuff stuck badly to these pans, but if you cook at the lower temperature, like the instructions say, all you need to do is a little soaking and a scrubby pad and it pretty much is done. Occassionally, I will have to use a cleanser (Comet/Ajax), but most of the time, not.

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 "Great Pots & Pans" 2009-07-10
By Carolyn B. Babjak
Purchased for my son and daughter in law (to be). They really liked the set! Very good quality and durable...should last many years!


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