Calphalon Stainless Steel Kitchen Cookware, 11-Piece Pots and Pans Set with Stay-Cool Handles, Dishwasher & Oven Safe, Silver

These are heavy. No, stuff doesn't run between the glass and metal rim on the lids. 🤦‍♀️ No, you don't have to soak these in water for them to be non-stick. 🙄 Yes, they can be non-stick, if you know how to use them. (Heat the pan first, then add your food. Once the side of food touching the pan is cooked, it will release from the pan bottom. Yes, some fond will be left behind, but that's really just gravy isn't it? 😂) These heat fast and evenly. They go through the dishwasher like a dream. All that being said, I LOVE this stainless steel cookware set and will never go back to ceramic or any other non-stick variety. Not only do they cook fabulously, they are sleek! Best buck I've ever spent on cookware!

Prepare yourselves for a culinary love story of epic proportions because the Calphalon 11-Piece Pots and Pans Set has taken my kitchen by storm, transforming every cooking endeavor into a masterpiece. I can't help but gush about these culinary companions that have elevated my kitchen game to a whole new level. Let's dive into the sheer surprise of quality – it's like unwrapping a gourmet chocolate and discovering a treasure trove inside. I admit, I had high expectations, but Calphalon shattered them with its 11-piece ensemble. These pots and pans are not just kitchen tools; they're works of art, meticulously crafted to redefine the meaning of kitchen excellence. The first thing that struck me was the weight – heavy-duty doesn't even begin to cover it. These pots and pans are like the Arnold Schwarzenegger of kitchenware, robust and ready for action. You can practically feel the durability in your hands, reassuring you that they're built to withstand the culinary storms you throw at them. Now, let's talk craftsmanship – it's like having a team of culinary wizards in your kitchen. The precision in design is mesmerizing. From the ergonomic handles that feel like they were custom-molded for my grip to the lids that fit like a bespoke suit, every detail is a testament to the artistry that went into creating these culinary marvels. Cooking with these pots and pans is a sensory delight. The heat distribution is so even; it's like having a culinary orchestra conducting a symphony in your kitchen. No hot spots, no uneven cooking – just pure culinary harmony. It's a game-changer for anyone who takes their cooking seriously. And let's not forget the easy cleanup – it's a breeze! These pots and pans are like self-cleaning wizards, making post-cooking chores feel like a walk in the park. A quick wipe, and they're ready for their next culinary adventure. In conclusion, the Calphalon 11-Piece Pots and Pans Set is not just a kitchen upgrade; it's a culinary revolution. The quality is beyond what I thought possible, and every piece feels like an investment in a lifetime of delicious memories. If you're serious about your kitchen endeavors, do yourself a favor and invite Calphalon to the party. Five stars? More like five constellations!

Excellent cookware, sturdy and elegant

The pans themselves are fantastic! They stand up to the hell my family puts them through and are easy to clean as long as you don't treat them like non-stick. (Heat them up before the food goes in and know that if something is cold before it goes in the pan, it WILL stick--this is standard for stainless cookware.) My problem is with the lids. They are glass wrapped in metal and fairly durable. But steam and grease and other stuff that happens to get on the lid while in use runs down the glass and between the glass and metal and there's no way to clean that. I would give up glass lids to have lids that are easy to clean.

Gave this set to my daughter for her birthday. She loved them and now I want a set for myself. Very high quality, clean easily, and nine months later still looks like brand new.

These pots are worth the splurge. I have cooked with a lot of pots these “premium” are the absolute best. Nothing sticks, evenly cooks and very high quality makes these my go pots. I bought one premium not the classic and it was my favorite pot. When I saw this set on sale on Amazon I jumped at the chance to get them. The pots were packed well and arrived in tact. They look good too. I absolutely love these pots.

I really wanted to like this set. And at first I did. They look good, feel good and work well with our Bosch induction cooktop. However as many people have mentioned it is extremely easy for food to stick on them. Eggs are especially bad. I would have thought that by now Calphalon would have learned how to make metal pan with nonstick coating. But, evidently not. I read several people say: “you just have to let them soak in water overnight and then they wash easy“. That works 80% of the time. But then you start wondering “why do I have to go through this? Why do I have to look at dirty pans and pots for a half a day before I can scrub them and I hope that they will clean up?” That simply does t make sense and is unacceptable today. I found a very simple set of metal pans with nonstick coating at Costco which work perfect and cost a third the price. Yes, they will probably need to be replaced after a year versus these Calphalon ones which will likely last a very long time. But that very long time will also be spent waiting for the damn things to soak and then scrubbing them hard hoping they will clean up. We’ve had them for three months now so it is too late to return. But I really do regret wasting my money on this set. I like my pots and pans to work for me. Not the other way around.

We love our new stainless! Food tastes better and is more fun to cook than on our old nonstick. Heating is very even. Foods we used to cook on medium or med-high now only require low or medium. I love the sizes in this set, the 12-in pan is a must for family of 5 and guests. They are nice and thick and we haven't had any warping except the saute pan but that was our fault (preheated on high on electric stove which will warp anything). I hammered it back into shape with a rubber mallet, so they are tough. Glass lids are kinda fun—you can watch the food cook or popcorn pop. They don't reflect the heat as well, something I noticed if cooking burgers or grilled cheese with the lid on. We put them in the dishwasher and haven't had any problems. The dishwasher does nothing for burnt/stuck food, so beware if you're used to just throwing your non-stick in without prewashing.