what is the best brand of saucepans

[obbie]

Which are the best brands of saucepans, if you were buying a new set.


 :)Any favorite brands, or what to stay away from.

thanks so much.

Robyn

[judydawn]

I'm no help Robyn, I can't remember when I last used a saucepan    I gave my huge stainless steel pasta cooker away recently which I used to use for soups as well because it was taking up too much room in my cupboard - I have kept my Westminster brand stock pot, dutch oven and saucepans that I have had since 1966 (guaranteed for life) but don't really know why as they never get used.

[achookwoman]

With saucepans you get what you pay for. Obbie.  If I were buying a new set it would be Fissler.  I have 2 saucepans that I have had and used for 30 years.  They are very expensive,  but i would buy one at a time,  and watch for sales.  They are stainless steel with a very thick base.

[maddy]

I LOVE Swiss Diamond!
Tis expensive, but worth it.  I am slowly replacing all my rubbish scanpan (will never buy again), and I usually pick up a piece periodically when on special at kitchenware direct.
www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au

[djinni373]

I am no expert, but about 2 years ago I replaced a set of very expensive nonstick cookware (which was only a few months old) with a Scanpan Impact set which I saw on sale.  I found the non stick surfaces not up to the wear and tear of my kitchen. They deteriorated very quickly even though I always used plastic utensils. I blame the dishwasher. 

The Scanpan Impact stuff is great. It looks like new despite heavy use and is very versatile and robust (18/10 stainless steel). You only need a little oil when pan frying. Every piece I have goes straight from cooktop to oven to dishwasher (and even occasionally freezer  ) without a problem and I love that. 

[achookwoman]

I have a scan pan omlett pan and it is terrific.

[CreamPuff63]

a few years ago I was obsessed with Geoff Jantz and watching his cooking show on TV, he used Look brand which I ordered from them direct. Although they have stood the test of time, I don't think in retrospect they are anything special. Saw the Fissler range in Myer a couple of weeks ago and had a look at those as I thought they only made pressure cookers. Very noice

[KarenH]

I use a brand called ChefsToolBox (www.chefstoolbox.com.au) that I am absolutely delighted with!  I first came across them at a cooking school where I was doind a cooking class, and the chef running the class was really impressed with them, and said they were better than he had seen in a cooking school before, and the lady that runs the cooking school said they had stood the test of time with all the wear and tear they got in her business. 

Like TMX, they are only sold through demonstrators and cannot be bought in stores.  You can either buy them by having a "party" or demonstration, and therefore get discounts, but if you can be bothered doing that, you can buy them directly online.  However to buy them online, you still have to go through a demonstrators website.  If anyone is interested in getting any, PM me and I will give you the name and number of the demonstrator that I go through - she is really great and not at all pushy. 

You can also sign up for their monthly newsletter when they often offer certain pieces at substantial discounts of 40-60% off, and so if you can wait, you can pick things up really cheap one by one.  Mind you, they are still an expensive saucepan, but I have not ever used any that come close to them in quality, and in my opinion, well worth the money.

[johnro]

Swiss Diamond here as well - while I don't have the saucepans but swear by the saute pan and 2 different sized frypans and a square griddle. Have often given as wedding/engagement gifts and recipients continue to purchase saucepans etc - but agree with Chookie - you get what you pay for with saucepans!!!!!

[cookie1]

I had to laugh, when you see this post it comes up with "What is the best bra.........." 

I've had my saucepans for 34 years. So to buy good quality is definitely the way to go. Not sure what brand they are, but they are stainless steel with copper, then stainless bases. (I'm too  lazy to go and look  )

[dede]

I had to laugh, when you see this post it comes up with "What is the best bra.........." 

I've had my saucepans for 34 years. So to buy good quality is definitely the way to go. Not sure what brand they are, but they are stainless steel with copper, then stainless bases. (I'm too  lazy to go and look  )

lol cookie 1, I was just thinking the same, I paid heaps for a set of saucepans when I was still in my teens and use them everyday (Well almost) and they have been brilliant. They had a lifetime (25 years) guarantee on them so I thought I cant go wrong. They are a heavy base stainless steel. I'm so glad I brought them when I did.

[obbie]

  Thanks so much, any more advice.
I have 3 old ones from Mums expensive set, and they are still great.

The set I bought 9 months ago, are no good. A glass lid popped and cracked Monday nite and the company are not interested in warranting the product.
I have sent photos, emails, phone calls, but not happy with the service.

I don't mind the price, but I do want quality.

thanks again,
Robyn

[Halex]

I have a few scanpans. I was pricing some more before buying TM and so glad I didn't buy any as they rarely get used now

Hally

[Bedlam]

Creampuff, I remember loving Geoff jantz, used to love watching ( was it only a few years ago!)

[Renlor]

I currently have a 3 pce non stick set, "VUE" which are Myer brand.....and I have also got a large scanpan as a frying pan/sauteing..it's non stick, after having it for approx one year the non stick started to peel...so I sent it back and it was replaced with a brand new one...now after using it for approx six months, it is so damn sticky.  I need to use oil to fry an egg and it still sticks...not happy AT ALL!!  I don't know whether I can be bothered to go through all the drama again...but in saying that, my mum has a full set of scan pan and has never had a problem.  I never put it in the dishwasher, use metal utensils or use spray oil on it...so not sure why it's mine that is playing up