'Queen of Housewares' talks cookware
Written by admin on January 14, 2010 – 5:41 pm -I laugh at a title jokingly given to me by customers at Macy's - "The Queen of Housewares." I not only demonstrate everything we sell but I also do the training for the region for our employees. That means I get to test all kinds of fun cookware, electrics, cutlery and gadgets. What that also means is I'm a huge advocate for good quality cookware and cutlery. Every year right after the holidays, I'm deluged with questions about cookware and knives. Checking with my other writer colleagues, I've found that these two subjects are ones that their readers have lots of inquiries about, too. I suppose it's because they're among the best selling houseware gifts and there's such a huge variety available that it can be really confusing as to what's... more
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Tips on Choosing cookware
Written by admin on December 10, 2009 – 1:39 am -Courtesy of Food Network Kitchens All about cookware: Aluminum More than half the cookware sold today is made of aluminum. These pieces are usually coated with a nonstick finish or treated to harden the surface and make it scratch-resistant. If you have an old non-coated aluminum pot or pan, chances are it will start showing wear sooner or later (this is known as “pitting” ); you might start chewing on metal flecks, too. If you keep cooking with it, this can add too much aluminum to your food, a potentially toxic situation. A warning: If you use aluminum cookware, don’t store acidic foods in it. Extended exposure to acidic dishes can leach more aluminum into your food. If you’re prepping soups, sauces or other longer-cooking recipes... more
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Cookware Selection Tips
Written by admin on September 20, 2009 – 6:16 am -Below are six of the most important considerations when shopping for cookware. • A nonreactive surface. Your best choices are stainless steel, seasoned cast iron, enamel or a quality nonstick surface. • A core or base of aluminum or copper (or cast-iron interior construction) for better heat conduction. • Handles that stay cool on the stovetop for a reasonable amount of time but are oven-safe, such as cast iron or tubular stainless steel. It's also important to select cookware with handles you find comfortable and easy to handle. You can purchase oven-safe silicone handle covers separately. • Check to see if the cookware is dishwasher safe. Hard-anodized cookware is technically dishwasher safe, but manufacturers recommend hand washing.... more
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Cookware Material Guide
Written by admin on July 15, 2009 – 5:32 am -Non-Stick Vs Uncoated Cookware What is the different between non-stick vs uncoated cookware, I think it’s best describe by consumer report for this cookware material, and here I sum up a bit. Non-stick – Best for easy cleanup. As you know, it is non-stick and it needs less oil to cook so it’s more healty. But it can be scratch easier compare to uncoated cookware. For that reason we don’t encourage using metal utensils, although some manufacturers say it’s okay. Foods also do not brown as well in nonstick pans as they do in uncoated ones. And because food doesn’t stick, there are no nicely carmelized bits that can be deglazed to make a sauce for an otherwise plain pork chop. Uncoated – Best for browning, braising, and deglazing... more
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