All the sets I'm looking at are mirror finish stainless with an aluminum core in the base for even heat distribution. All have heat resistant handles. The KithchenAid are rubber coated.
Cuisinart – $110
KitchenAid – Rubber handles limit oven temps to 400 degrees. – $120
Emerilware(made by All-Clad) – Glass lids. Stylish copper clad base. – $170
I'd like to know what direction you cooks who are familiar with multi-ply stainless cookware think I should go.
Go with the Cuisinart.
Stylish copper base ( got one) looks crappy after you use it, it needs to be polished ( don't have the time) the Kitchen Aid with the Rubber Handles you have to watch in the oven ( don't have time for that either). Buy a good heavy set that doesn't cost the world like Cuisinart.
Happy Cooking!
