I'm sure I'm over-thinking this, so I'm asking for your help!!!!

Re: I'm sure I'm over-thinking this, so I'm asking for your help!!!!

• jlegga1 member

  

  March 2012

  Oh, and our registry is at Target if that helps at all in suggestions.

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• Amt2109

  

  March 2012

  I had no experience with kitchen brands over here (I'm from England) and H was clueless. I asked his grandfather who said Calphalon (sp?) for pots and pans, and J A Henkels for knives.
  
  That said, one of my friends bought us a non-stick Tefal (T-fal... Americans spell it weird) set that works great. Nothing sticks to those suckers. I've always been a fan of Tefal. It's also a darn site cheaper than Calphalon.
  
  I like non-stick myself... some people swear by stainless steel. It's more personal preference I think - I almost never use the stainless steel one we have because I can't be arsed to scrub it. But, this is also coming from a person who HATES doing dishes.
  
  Hope this helps .

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• jlegga1 member

  

  March 2012

  It does help! I will definitely look into the non-stick Tefal. I REALLY hate doing dishes too lol

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• Soon2bMrsD5860 member

  

  March 2012

  I have Calphalon cookware, and I absolutely LOVE it.  My mother bought them for us as an early wedding gift, and I love using them.  I enjoy cooking, but didn't do much since the stuff I had was so terrible.  I definitely recommend them.  The stainless steel heats very evenly, and is easy to clean.  You'd almost think you were using nonstick cookware with the ones I have.  The only downside I have found with the stainless steel is that it can discolor pretty easily, but thats an easy fix using either Cameo or Barkeepers Friend.

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• hoffse member

  

  March 2012

  I prefer stainless.  If you use it correctly (preheat, and then use oil or a something liquid in the bottom), nothing sticks, and they last far longer than non-stick.  The lifespan of a non-stick pan in usually only a few years before the coating flakes off and you have to start looking for new stuff.  Honestly I think it's important to have two inexpensive non-stick skillets in different sizes (for eggs, etc or other things that really give stainless trouble), but I look at mine as basically disposable that I can replace without any trouble as soon as I need to.

  

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• AurorasEnvy

  

  March 2012

  I prefer stainless steel as well.  We registered for an All-Clad set.  The 3 brands on here I see over and over are All-Clad, Calphalon, and le creuset.  I agree with PP, invest in something that's going to last.

  
  

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• sweetredhead

  

  March 2012

  I love our new stainless. I was getting discolored but I discovered bar keepers friend and now they look brand new. We also got a cast iron skillet or eggs and things. I agree on not balking from quality pieces. You have to think about how long they last compared to a cheap brand. I have emeril so it's great quality but not top tier

  
  
  

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• jlegga1 member

  

  March 2012

  thanks so much everyone! This has been incredibly helpful!

  
  

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• AmJam04 member

  

  March 2012

  One thing to point out is that copper is the best conductor of heat - it keeps it consistent and even throughout the pan. So if you and your FI are pretty serious about cooking, I'd recommend looking into that type of pan... though Target probably won't have that.  FI and I personally registered for the copper-core All-Clad set because we already have the basics.
  
  If you're looking for something more "basic" (as in - high quality but not top-of-the-line) I would also recommend stainless steel. Non-stick pans can be great, but I don't think they have the longevity of S/S. So, maybe ask for one or two pans with non-stick (say, an 8" saute pan for omelettes or something).
  Also, fall in love with cast iron pans! You'll be amazed!
  

  
  
  

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• entropicbeauty member

  

  March 2012

  I was pretty unimpressed by Target's selection of pots and pans...especially after seeing MUCH higher quality items at BBB.

  
  

  Are you doing more than one registry? 

  

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• saturninus

  

  March 2012

  All-Clad frying pans - small and large
  All-Clad sauce pan
  Calphalon non-stick omlette pan
  Inexpensive Stock Pot
  Inexpensive Roasting Pan
  Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

  My Honeymoon Location: Curacao
  

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• unchatenfrance

  

  March 2012

  Enameled bakeware is fan-freaking-tastic. I have Emile Henry, Le Creuset as well as a "no-name" one from Canadian Tire. All are fab - they bake evenly and are so easy to clean.

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