Updated for 2019!Bosch makes two 30-inch induction range models: the 800 Series and the Benchmark. In this review, we will compare features to help you understand the differences and decide which model best suits your needs. Table of ContentsBosch Induction Ranges At a GlanceFlexInduction Vs. AutoChef: Which Is Best?Bosch Induction Range Features OverviewBosch 800 Series […]
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Multi-clad stainless cookware is more expensive than tri-ply, but is it worth the extra cost? Does multi-ply cookware heat faster and more evenly than tri-ply? Is it more durable? The answers can be yes or no, depending on which product you buy. Here, we review two top brands of multi-ply cookware, All-Clad D5 and Demeyere Industry 5, […]
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How do you pick cookware? How do you know what’s right for you? We can help! Start here for an overview, then check out our cookware archives for more detailed articles and reviews. Table of Contents Aluminum (Non-anodized)Aluminum (Hard Anodized)Cast IronCarbon SteelCopperEnameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenGlass/Stone/Ceramic CookwareClad Stainless SteelNonstick CookwareFinal Thoughts Aluminum (Non-anodized)Example: Tramontina Professional […]
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When All-Clad’s patent on tri-ply cookware expired in the early 2000s, hundreds of brands sprang up to compete with them. Today, the clad stainless cookware market is huuuuge. If you’re trying to select a good brand at a good price, it can be overwhelming. It would be impossible for even the biggest research outfits to test […]
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This 8 minute video from America’s Test Kitchen is an excellent introduction to clad stainless cookware (we agree with almost all of it!): The clad stainless cookware market is big. On Amazon alone, there are hundreds of brands to choose from. If you include other websites–from Williams-Sonoma to Wal-Mart, and everything in between–the number of […]
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Tramontina makes several lines of cookware; this review is for Tramontina Tri-Ply clad stainless cookware. See Tramontina Tri-Ply cookware on Amazon nowSee tramontina Tri-Ply cookware at wal-Mart.com now You can find Tramontina at other retailers as well, but Amazon and Wal-Mart tend to have the best pricing. Skip to the “At a Glance” section for basic info about […]
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Most cooking sites have an article like this one. They list the essential cookware pieces that every cook must have. The lists number from as few as 2 (a frying pan and a sauce pan) to as many as 10 (including every basic pan type plus other tools like knives, a cutting board, etc.). We think […]
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Looking for the best frying pan out there? What makes a frying pan “the best”? Frying pans, also called skillets, are the true workhorses in your cookware collection. They’re the best tool for searing and browning, which means they get the hardest use–hot cooking oil, rapid temperature changes, and constant scraping with utensils. They’re used primarily […]
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All-Clad is the original clad stainless cookware (the founder of the company invented the cladding process). It’s still American made, and it’s the industry standard for clad cookware. Few people would argue that it’s high quality stuff. But is it worth the high price tag? All-Clad cookware review When most people think All-Clad, they think of […]
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If you’re thinking about buying a pod coffee maker for yourself or as a gift for someone, please read this first. There are better ways to go–no matter what your priorities are! Coffee pods have taken over the market. According to this article, coffee pods accounted for 35% of coffee sales in 2017. This translates to […]
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A vacuum sealer can save you thousands a year in less food waste, but how much should you spend on one? And which features do you need? The vacuum sealer market is huge, and if you don’t know what to look for, it can be frustrating and confusing. Weston vacuum sealers are geared to a different […]
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If you’re looking for the best vacuum sealer under $100 but aren’t sure what features you want, we can help. Find out how to save money, time, and food with these amazing appliances. This review is limited to:Edge sealers (no chamber sealers or handheld sealers)Under $100Non-FoodSaver brands (see here for reviews of best-selling FoodSaver models)An average […]
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Okay, it’s time. You’re ready to up your kitchen game, and you’re in the market for a top quality pan that’s a joy to use and that will stand up to hard kitchen use day in and day out for years on end–ideally, even decades. Do you get a skillet or a saute pan? Or do […]
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All-Clad tri-ply, officially branded D3, is pretty much the gold standard for clad cookware in the US. How does the All-Clad Copper Core line compare to it? How does Copper Core compare to other cookware? Read on to find out. See All-Clad Copper Cookware on Amazon Table of Contents About Clad CookwareHow Does Clad Cookware Compare […]
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If you’re a serious home chef, you need to have the proper tools. With the possible exception of knives, the most important tools in your kitchen are your pots and pans. All-Clad and Demeyere are two of the best options around. Find out here how they compare to each other.See All-Clad on Amazon nowSee Demeyere […]
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