I'm torn! Which set do I buy? The T-Fal Ultimate E918SC64 set or this T-Fal Professional E938SA74 ? I own the 12.5 Professional E9380864 fry pan and am over the moon with it. But is the Ultimate E918SC64 cookware better than the Professional? I'm going...
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Both sets bring about the same qualiy and ease of use to the table. My biggest reason for buying the processional set was for the same reason as the previous reviewer did - to use with induction stove tops. SInce the professional series as a stainless steel bottom, it can be used for induction cooking. i recently purchased a Nuwave induction cooktop and I must say...i can't ever see myself going without. If you never see yourself using an induction stove top, then the ultimate series may be of more use to you since as the "non-stick" surface is supposed to be tough enough to handle metal cookware. THe ultimate cannot be used for induction cooking, however, as it's made of anodized aluminum which does not share the same exchange of ions as stainless steel does.
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My Nordic Ware lid ("Tempered Glass Lid Size: 2.88" H x 12.38" W x 12.38" D") is as close to 12-3/8" as I can measure. It just fits the T-fal pan listed below. "T-fal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick Oven Safe Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Fry Pan / Saute Pan Dishwasher Safe Cookware, 12.5-Inch, Black" It doesn't sit inside the pan, but it does just perch on the top of the pan rim (just barely sitting on the rim and not inside because the pan's inside diameter at the rim is just a smidge under 12-3/8"). Apparently the T-fal pan is hard to "lid", so I'm satisfied. It was the best I could find and it works. My Nordic Ware lid ("Tempered Glass Lid Size: 2.88" H x 12.38" W x 12.38" D") is as close to 12-3/8" as I can measure. It just fits the T-fal pan listed below. "T-fal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick Oven Safe Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Fry Pan / Saute Pan Dishwasher Safe Cookware, 12.5-Inch, Black" It doesn't sit inside the pan, but it does just perch on the top of the pan rim (just barely sitting on the rim and not inside because the pan's inside diameter at the rim is just a smidge under 12-3/8"). Apparently the T-fal pan is hard... » Read More My Nordic Ware lid ("Tempered Glass Lid Size: 2.88" H x 12.38" W x 12.38" D") is as close to 12-3/8" as I can measure. It just fits the T-fal pan listed below. "T-fal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick Oven Safe Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Fry Pan / Saute Pan Dishwasher Safe Cookware, 12.5-Inch, Black" It doesn't sit inside the pan, but it does just perch on the top of the pan rim (just barely sitting on the rim and not inside because the pan's inside diameter at the rim is just a smidge under 12-3/8"). Apparently the T-fal pan is hard to "lid", so I'm satisfied. It was the best I could find and it works. « Show Less
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NO. I just called T-Fal on 1-7-2015 and they said ALL of their cookware is made in CHINA except for one set of pans that does not include this fry pan. Their web site says France and it is wrong.
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No, I can find no difference in heat and the pan seems totally level. Did your last pan slowly develop a high center, or was it there from the beginning? So far, the T-Fal pan is fine. Perhaps after years of use, a pan might warp. Time will tell, but I doubt this will happen.
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10" Frying Pan, 12" Frying Pan, 2 quart Saucepan with Lid, 3 quart Saucepan with Lid, 3 quart Saute pan with Lid, 6 quart Saute pan with Lid, 12" Chef's Pan, 8 quart Stock Pot with Lid. I saw a brand new in factory-sealed box set on eBay for $1550 & I'm kicking myself for not buying mine there. Here is the eBay link if you want - at least one of us can get a great bargain: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ALL-CLAD-COPPER-CORE-14PC-SET-MODEL-60090SS-8400000085-/161301830470?pt=Cookware&hash=item258e569b46 It says it's ending soon but I've seen that seller keep relisting more after each one sells.
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I am very satisfied with my T-falA9211494, it does everything I wanted it to do, cook pancakes, and I love to cook onions, peppers, mushrooms and potatoes together as a side dish, so it just the size for that. I am pleased!
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I have the 4 square cookware by HealthSmart. Purchased one piece from a salesman. Spent the next day experimenting cooking lots of stuff with that one pan. Next night called salesman and ordered more. Absolutely worth the money!
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The pan is phenomenal. It's quite flat. I purchased an Ogreenic pan. If I'm frying eggs, I have to butter the pan. It's not so with the Tfal pan> I would highly recommend purchasing this pan.
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So far as I know, there's only one line of cookware branded Emeril (there's not different tiers of quality). If the set has it pieces you want and it's cheaper elsewhere, go for it!
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I can't vouch for the T-fal website, but when I purchased this item from Amazon, I got a 10" diameter pan with lid as per Amazon's description. It's also about 2.5 in deep. Hope that helps.
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I am reading the reviews from all over trying to decide between the Waring Pro 300A and the Villaware 2010 waffle makers. Professional/consumer groups/cooking associates all seem to rate the Villaware better but home cooks seem to prefer the Waring. Comments? Has anyone tried them both? Price is not the deciding factor as they are priced within about $10 of each other. I just want a gooooood waffle that does not come out like a hockey puck or gooey in the middle.
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The Price was my determining factor. Cuisinart is a good brand. The pans work very well on my flat top range, I am very pleased for most of my cooking. But...Frying eggs is a mess. Never had this problem with my ages old revere ware...but this set...no matter what the eggs stick in the fry pans.
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depends on the piece. larger pots have a heavy bottom for even cooking. had mine for at least 40 years, wouldn't haveanything else (I've tried a few along the way) After all these years, I still think Farberware is the best. Don't know about the new (non-stick) skillets.
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YES! Absolutley! Love this cookware..the very best I've leterally have ever owned.
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I bought the mini iron fry pan by lodge and lid fits perfect love the set. I would rather not use T- fall once it scratches you would have to toss it. I would recommend buying the set it will last a life time with proper care and season it all the time and don't use soap on them or let them sit wet!
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Or for people who want the 10" pan, you can get it with the lid included here:T-fal E91897 Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Deep Saute Pan Fry Pan with Glass Lid Cookware, 10-Inch, Gray
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I needed a new set of pans for the very same reason you stated. I chose Farberware because I got a few pans 59 years ago that have withstood the test of time. They weren't warped a bit. I chose a set of new Farberware!