Knowing that we aren’t introducing these chemicals to ourselves or the environment is a great relief. Chef Daniel Green is a familiar face to Gotham Steel, and his name is attached to this 12-piece set of cookware. These pieces come in an attractive ocean blue color that would look great in almost any kitchen.
LOL. We are a product review site, we are not the makers or sellers of Gotham Steel. And we mostly agree with you, that this is not a very high quality product. Also similar to other Gotham Steel lines, which means these pans are very light yet the encapsulated base helps them to resist warping. Anodizingis a process that makes aluminum extremely tough and non-reactive. It darkens the aluminum, which is why these pans have a black exterior.
Like with all the other Gotham Steel products, you’ll want to baby this cookware. No metal utensils and no dishwasher, despite any advertising to the contrary. The hard-anodized aluminum exterior gives these pans extra durability while also getting even heat distribution. This set is oven-safe for temperatures up to 550°F (288°C), and several of the pieces include a tempered glass lid.
Now a stay-at-home dad, William has brought his passion for professional cooking home, where he continues to cook and bake for his wife and daughter. If you’re ok getting one or two years out of an inexpensive product, then there’s nothing wrong with the Gotham Steel pan. As far as investing in an entire set, I would recommend a test run first. If considering a set of this size it would be a good idea to test drive one of their pans first. That will give a good idea of the set’s performance before making a commitment to such a large number of pieces. The fry pan is a good size that will perform a variety of tasks well.
We also recommend that your nonstick skillet should not be your primary skillet; you should use a nonstick skillet for just sticky or delicate foods . A nonstick skillet isn’t a good option for many tasks that require high heat for best results , and it isn’t necessary for foods that aren’t sticky or delicate . Scrambled eggs fared better, but there was some residue in the pan after Cookware Sets cooking; they didnotslide out like you see on the infomercial. Gotham Steel claims you don’t need to use any butter or oil with their pans. This only works with ceramic nonstick;neveruse anything abrasive on a PTFE pan. So the short answer is yes, as long as they’re made of aluminum and/or steel–but check with your recycler before tossing a nonstick pan in the recycling bin.
But unless you’re using them side by side, you won’t know the difference. Nordic Ware backs this nonstick skillet with a limited 20-year warranty that covers workmanship Cookware Sets defects. However, damage from metal utensils, scour pads, high heat, or the dishwasher voids the warranty. For what you get, the Tramontina Professional pan is a bargain.