This is a fun, functional cookware set with lots of pieces
594015
This is a fun, functional  cookware set with lots of pieces!! Great price for the number and variety of items included in the set. I purchased this for my co-teacher's nice for her 2nd birthday (my co-teacher purchased a play kitchen). It was VERY WELL received and has vastly expanded the play opportunities with the kitchen. These item can also be used in sink, bathtub or kiddie pool in summer - this is am essential toys for young children. GREAT value for the price.
719902
My 4 year old daughter really enjoys this set, but I have to admit that I do too! Our set came as pictured and includes numerous pieces of many shapes and colors. I like that the set includes some special pieces, like rings and bracelets, as well as "pendant" pieces for necklaces. Occasionally my daughter has a hard time popping the bead together, but she's getting better all the time. My 6 year old son likes to pop the beads too. The thing that amazed me the most is that my daughter will really sit down and play with these for an extended period of time and doesn't get bored. Excellent rainy day activity, and the container with the built in handle makes them easy to store and transport.
683435
The set seems definitely sturdy and of great quality before using it - or at least the first use. I'm glad it  can be placed in dishwasher. The fact that it mentions hand-wash as a preferable option makes me believe it might fade in time. 2 things to consider. First, no pan is really to big, so please make sure you are OK with dimensions such as: 2  9 Inch Round Cake Pan(s), 1 9 X 13 Inch Cake Pan(s), 1 9 X 5 Inch Loaf Pan(s). Second, I wish the set would would perform better at higher temperatures since 450 degrees is not that high. My Pizza Oven as an example goes up to 600 degrees as a comparison.

Update - after a few uses
The colors are faded in some places and some of the exterior layer seems to come off / have spots. Nowhere close to my old bake-ware sets in durability
2468958
I got this as a gift for my 4-year-old niece who loves her toy kitchen and is always happy to get new cookware for it. This set is colorful, fun to use, and will make a little chef very happy.
1588232
I've had the opportunity to cook with these pots and pans for a couple of weeks now.

The pieces included in this set cover all the basics but are on the small side.  This would probably work well for a single person or a couple, but if you have a family or do lots of entertaining, I would recommend supplementing this set with a large saucepan, large non-stick frying pan, and possibly a dutch oven..

The cookware is really lightweight and does very evenly. My favorite feature is the silicone handles that are very comfortable and cool to the touch.  I haven't experienced any of the leaking that the other reviewers have, but there are definitely a couple of downsides I have encountered.  Because the small saucepan is so small (and lightweight), the weight of the handle will easily tip it over on the stove unless the pot is pretty full.  I made a mess all over my stove top while trying to melt a stick of butter because the pot fell over!  Also, the stainless steel frying pans have been hard to clean and do not look that good after just a couple of uses.  I'm going to get some stainless steel cleaner to see if that will solve the problem, but it is kind of a pain not to be able to simply use soap and water.

All in all, I like this set.  Although they don't come near the quality of commercial or high end cookware such as All-Clad, this would be a great starter set for someone who is moving out on his own for the first time or a senior citizen who may have trouble lifting very heavy pots and pans.
4340325
This is a "starter" cookware set.  Therefore, I am not comparing it to "premium" sets like Calphalon and others.  This set is ideal for those just setting up housekeeping.  The 7 pots and pans, and the 4 lids, you can easily accommodate the cooking needs of a small family.  The set includes: 1 qt covered saucepan, 2 qt covered saucepan, 3 qt covered saucepan, 5 qt covered casserole, 9.5 inch covered saute pan, 8 inch frypan, and 9.5 inch frypan.

The pots and pans are made of aluminum.  They are fairly lightweight but certainly not flimsy.  They cannot be used on induction cooking surfaces.  The set I received is black exterior and cream interior.  All the cookware is internally coated with Thermolon.  Thermolon is the patented ceramic non-stick coating that GreenPan uses on its non-stick products.  Thermolon has excellent thermal conductivity which allows perfect frying results with lower heat settings than traditional non-stick coatings. Thermolon is also highly scratch-resistant, very hard and  resilient to thermal shocks.  I tried to fry some eggs in both the frying pans, first without any cooking spray, and then with cooking spray.  (Please not that the instruction manual recommends against the use of cooking spray because of potential residue build up.  I think if you clean it well, it should be fine).  The eggs fried without cooking spray did stick a bit.  Perhaps this is because the Thermolon coating requires some "seasoning" or break in period.  At any rate, I recommend you use some type of cooking spray or oil for frying with this Thermolon coating, at least for the first few uses .

The handles stay cool.  The handles are attached without rivets.  All the lids fit their respective pots well.  Dishwasher use is not recommended, as it appears Thermolon can be damaged over time by the pH of dishwashing detergent.  (Dishwasher use is not recommended for many non-stick surfaces, like Teflon).  The Thermolon coating is warrantied for 2 years.  The rest of the pots and pans have a lifetime warranty.

The cooking performance is good.  Very even heating.  Easy clean up.  One thing to note, however, you will require a bit of room to store all these pots, pans, and lids.  With a bit of care, this cookware set should serve you well for many years.
2759575
This is excellent cookware for families that love to cook! Food cooks evenly and the set is easy to clean. Anything that sticks comes off easily with a short soak or with a sprinkle of Bar Keeper's Friend cleanser and polisher. My set is still cooking and looking great after a year and a lot of use.
4945147
I like this set a lot. Most of the items get the job done well enough for a home cook, while others well...not so much. Overall good set for the price!
1761404
This is a very nice set of cookware -- heavy, well proportioned, balanced, feels good in the hand, durable, and attractive.  Most of my old cookware was a mix of non-stick and cast iron so there's been a bit of a learning curve for me to switch to stainless and, for the most part, the transition has been uneventful.

These pans are made with thick layers of steel that's visible along the edges of some of the pans.  The seams are not distracting and do not affect the use of the pan but they do show that multiple layers do exist and that these layers are not insignificant.  Heating has been even and I have not noticed severe hot spots in the pans as I did with my older set.  In fact, heating is about as even with this set of T-fal E469SC Tri-Ply Stainless Steel as with my cast iron pans.

The handles on these pots and pans are solidly riveted and the thickness and feel of the handles are comfortable and substantial.  The handles have no seam along the underside so I can't tell if they are hollow or solid but if they are hollow there's no way for liquid or food to get trapped inside.  All lids are glass and the largest pot lid fits the middle-sized pan albeit somewhat loosely.  If you have an extra 12" lid sitting around from an old set of pans, it should work just fine with the large pan.

Clean up has been pretty easy with warm soapy water and a gentle scrub sponge though it's easy to leave very visible water spots if allowed to air dry.  Scratches do show and I know that the mirror finishes will eventually fade away over time.  A friend of mine used the set unsupervised and managed to turn the small sauce pan a light shade of copper/brass.  She must have washed the pot with a lot of soap and then burned the residue into the stainless by using a very large flame.  I was surprised at the extent of discoloration since the entire pot turned color except the handle.  It looks odd and has "ruined" the look of the set but the pot is functionally the same.  Nevertheless, I expect this set to be as durable as it appears and to be around for quite some time.

If you're looking for a nice everyday set of pots and pans that's attractive, durable, high quality, and built to take cooking seriously yet has a good price point -- this may be the set for you.
709835
This cookware/dinnerware set is fantastIc!!! I had previously purchased an exclusive ensemble be a lactic set through Pottery Barn and not only did that set scratch easily by the type of plastic was SO LOUD when kids threw it on our wood floors! However, this Kidkraft set is not only as attractive but more more durable and quiet! This barely makes a sound when it hits our wood floors. Also. It is so functional that I often serve real snacks in it and my daughters get a kick out of being able to eat out of their playset. And, even better, it fits in the Kidkraft play kitchens perfectly! My daughter figured out she could hang the mugs herself and they look great.
4813899
This is a great cookware set. The pans have nice, high edges making them useful for keeping in liquids while moving things around in the pan, and the pots are a great variety of sizes. So far, the only complaint that I have is that since the ceramic coating is white, the pans get easily stained when cooking something that may leave char or any black residue. I've scrubbed and soaked and washed as much as I can, but the stains don't go away. It has no impact on anything but visuals, however.

Overall, a solid set for the price. Great purchase!
4458200
This set was purchased for me because my current set made by calphlon were not living up to expectations. The quality of this cookware is wonderful. It is very easy to clean and the nonstick doesn't require you to cook with oil.
Pro:
-sexy cookware.
-The curvature and size of each pot is nice.
-Can go from oven to table.
-comes with cookie sheets
Con:
-not dishwasher safe
1576295
My cookware mostly consists of All-Clad with a bit if Calphalon thrown in for good measure.  It's no surprise that Rachael Ray's cookware isn't All-Clad quality.  But at Amazon's price for a 10-piece set, it's a good value and respectable cookware.

These pans heat quickly and evenly.  They are somewhat lightweight, which could be a plus or a minus, depending on your perspective.  Sauce pans seem a bit too narrow for my tastes.  Non-stick qualities are excellent.  Only time will tell how durable the non-stick surface will be.

The pans have a very sleek and contemporary look to them which will compliment any kitchen decor.  The glass lids are sturdy and it's helpful to be able to see what's cooking through the lid.

Again, not exactly All-Clad, but a solid cookware set and a solid value.  4 stars.
3763397
I purchased this set of cookware last month.  I expected a good set, but it was even better than I thought it would be.  It is extremely durable and heavy, due to the stainless steel plate underneath each piece.  That plate also contributes to nice even heating and a very flat surface for glasstop stoves.  Cleanup is a breeze both by hand and in the dishwasher.  The only negative I can think of is that the lids are not see through (solid stainless and very pretty), but the ones from my old set fit if that's something I really needed.  Overall, I would buy again in a heartbeat.
806464
My wife and I bought this playset for our 21 month old boy.  Assembly was pretty straightforward.  The kitchen comes in three pieces and requires 8 screws to put together.  (2 to secure the stove burner insert, and 6 to secure the rear vertical panel to the counter top).  Additionally, there are two sticker sheets which can be applied to give the kitchen some extra visual elements.  (for mine, the sticker that appears behind the stove looks more like brick than the glass blocks shown in the image.)

The stove top sound accessory is fantastic!  It has buttons inset into three concentric rings.  The kitchen set also comes with a coffee pot, stock pot, and a frying pan, each of which are "keyed" to match specific rings on the burner.  Placing the appropriate cookware on the stove top results in an appropriate sound.  Small led lights also emit some blinking lights while dinner is cooking.

The only issue I have with this toy so far, is the fact that my boy wants to climb up and dance on top of the sink.  I doubt that this is any fault of the Best Chef's Kitchen though.

A great product that I'd gladly purchase again.
3067262
This relatively heavy stainless cookware is functional and a good value for the price, with fairly tight-fitting lids and aluminum discs bonded to the pans' bottoms to assure better heat distribution.  Because of the thickness of the aluminum disc, this set works better and heats more evenly than the otherwise similar&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/copper-clad-Revere-cookware/dp/B0007A5P8A/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">copper-clad Revere cookware</a>, where the bottom of the pans is very thin metal despite the cosmetic copper coating.  And as a previous reviewer noted, the durability and cleanability of steel can't be beat.  However, even this set has some small problems that mean it does not work as well as heavier, better-quality, more expensive cookware: for starters, the pans' rolled rims can collect spilled liquids and be hard to clean.  Also, the aluminum discs stop quite a bit short of the pans' bottom edges, so using the pots on a gas stove can be tricky -- if the flame is too high, the perimeter of the pan can be hot enough to burn food before the center of the pan is even very warm.  Heating gently with a lower flame can help prevent accidentally burned food.
2995875
I had some disposable plastic grinders that had stopped working, so I purchased this stainless steel set to support my newfound interest in home cooking.  The grinders work beautifully and the spritzers are a welcome bonus.  They hold a good amount but don't take up a lot of space.  I love this product both for its functionality and aesthetics.  Unfortunately, I am not mechanically inclined so I discovered after the fact that there was a much easier way to fill the grinders than the way I did it, so a "how-to" diagram would have been helpful.  As a previous poster had mentioned, the set would be even better with a caddy. This would add extra convenience and security from falling over, particularly as I move the pieces back and forth from the stove to the dining table.  Overall I am very pleased with this purchase.