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Chef Curtis stone

dex — Sun, 21 May 2017 05:44:03 GMT

On HSN right now and I think the host is Alice.I just didn't recognize her at first.She looks so different and so thin.I was looking at the set of peelers that seemed interesting.I liked the way they stacked together for storage.Does anyone have any Curtis Stone products they love and think are a must have

i watched the tsv presentation and the pans look really great and he says they can go into the oven but he doesn't say up to what temperature.I have to say he seems like a really fun and nice person....and really cute too.All of the callers said they bought many of his items and somehow I got the feeling they got caught up in his cuteness too.

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noodleann — Sun, 21 May 2017 06:00:19 GMT

@dex wrote:
On HSN right now and I think the host is Alice.I just didn't recognize her at first.She looks so different and so thin.I was looking at the set of peelers that seemed interesting.I liked the way they stacked together for storage.Does anyone have any Curtis Stone products they love and think are a must have
i watched the tsv presentation and the pans look really great and he says they can go into the oven but he doesn't say up to what temperature.I have to say he seems like a really fun and nice person....and really cute too.All of the callers said they bought many of his items and somehow I got the feeling they got caught up in his cuteness too.

I've read lots of good reviews of his cookware, and find this very tempting. I'm going to replace the garbage Greenpans I got years back, and think this is the ticket.

FYI, re temp limits, the webpage for the Curtis Stone set on special today says "Pans - 390 degrees Lids - 350 degrees."

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dex — Sun, 21 May 2017 13:36:07 GMT

@noodleann thanks for the oven temp rating.I like to bake French fries rather than fry so I want the oven at 400 or more.I had hard anodized that went to 450 but it is wearing out.

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MKR14 — Sun, 21 May 2017 13:39:07 GMT

Love all of Curtis Stone products. The cookware is the Best I ever had and I have been married for 51 years. I have another of his cookware set, his multipan- which is amazing- his lid rest and spoon rest. I replaced all of my cookware except a few of Rachel Ray's large pans with Curtis Stones. It works "exactly" as it shows on TV and I have had it for over a year. You will not be sorry if you decide to order any of his items. You can not burn things in these pans that won't just slide or wipe out. I have given several of the multi pans away for gifts and everyone wanted to know where to buy more.

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wagirl — Sun, 21 May 2017 14:03:32 GMT

I have 2 of his fry pans that I use all the time and love. Was tempted by the TS but I don't need anymore fry pans of dutch ovens ---the sauce pans are my need. And was thinking about the giant 14" thing with the lid ---sorry--not sure what it's called.

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Sueliz — Sun, 21 May 2017 15:06:31 GMT

@dex wrote:
On HSN right now and I think the host is Alice.I just didn't recognize her at first.She looks so different and so thin.I was looking at the set of peelers that seemed interesting.I liked the way they stacked together for storage.Does anyone have any Curtis Stone products they love and think are a must have
i watched the tsv presentation and the pans look really great and he says they can go into the oven but he doesn't say up to what temperature.I have to say he seems like a really fun and nice person....and really cute too.All of the callers said they bought many of his items and somehow I got the feeling they got caught up in his cuteness too.

I have 2 of his Dura Pans and bought 3 more for family, they are the best cookware I've ever owned. They perform exactly as shown on his presentations. I highly recommend!

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Kindaglitzy — Sun, 21 May 2017 15:35:06 GMT

Love all of CS fry pans I have, no sticking, and very easy cleaning. Even baking brownies in them requires no pan greasing with finished product sliding right out. Really wish he would come out with an open stock 3qt saucepan.

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GigiDana — Sun, 21 May 2017 15:44:53 GMT

Can you speak to how the enamel coating looks after use? I am ordering the white and am concerned it will stain and look a mess. I have hard anodized cookware now and always hand washed them. To my dismay, the non stick coating faulted despite taking great care to preserve it. Appreciate any response!

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noodleann — Sun, 21 May 2017 16:03:57 GMT

@MKR14 wrote:
Love all of Curtis Stone products. The cookware is the Best I ever had and I have been married for 51 years. I have another of his cookware set, his multipan- which is amazing- his lid rest and spoon rest. I replaced all of my cookware except a few of Rachel Ray's large pans with Curtis Stones. It works "exactly" as it shows on TV and I have had it for over a year. You will not be sorry if you decide to order any of his items. You can not burn things in these pans that won't just slide or wipe out. I have given several of the multi pans away for gifts and everyone wanted to know where to buy more.

Isn't that lid and spoon rest great? It's one of those "what did I do before I got this" items that really solves a problem, and the design is wonderful. It's on sale and flexpay today.

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dex — Sun, 21 May 2017 16:05:51 GMT

So everyone agrees that his cookware is quality.I am off to purchase some.

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noodleann — Sun, 21 May 2017 16:08:25 GMT

@wagirl wrote:
I have 2 of his fry pans that I use all the time and love. Was tempted by the TS but I don't need anymore fry pans of dutch ovens ---the sauce pans are my need. And was thinking about the giant 14" thing with the lid ---sorry--not sure what it's called.

I was thinking about the 14" thing--it's just called a "multipurpose pan"--but the only thing that holds me back is the depth. There are several dishes I do that go from the sauteeing or browning of meats to adding considerable liquids, and this pan, at "1-1/4"H," is a tad shallow, so I'd have to dump everything into a fresh, deeper pan. Hmm.

But if it would work for you, they've knocked off $20 and it's on 2 flexpays today.

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Daysdee — Sun, 21 May 2017 23:21:14 GMT

I bought his last TS and I think they are the best pans I have. Previously had stainless steel (wedding), and after many years when I started buying at QVC my first purchase was T-fal which was very good. Later I had 2 different sets of Cooks Essentials. After they got "shabby", I bought Lorna Garcia's cookware from HSN which I still have and like. It's ceramic and I loved the colors offered. Recently bought Chef Stone's TS -- 5 pc. and it was $79. and I think they still have it on now for $99. It was an everyday pan of a good size, a fry pan and a sauce pan (good size) and two lids. It cleans up like a dream. Nothing sticks and even if something has left residue--like a steak or burger, it just comes off so easily and no staining, etc. I was happy to get a true white exterior too as that is hard to find. Today I ordered his cookie sheets which I saw online and don't know if they were presented. I will probably buy more of his items even though I don't "need" them. I would recommend his line.

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Daysdee — Sun, 21 May 2017 23:26:10 GMT

@GigiDana wrote:
Can you speak to how the enamel coating looks after use? I am ordering the white and am concerned it will stain and look a mess. I have hard anodized cookware now and always hand washed them. To my dismay, the non stick coating faulted despite taking great care to preserve it. Appreciate any response!

I have the white and so far no staining or discoloring on the exterior. I only cook for one and have only had this set (his last TS) for a few months. I'm very pleased with it and the inside is so easily cleaned and so far the exterior is just like new. The white is a true white --not cream. I'm really happy with the items I purchased. (It's the 5 pc. set that they are showing today. Now it is $99. )

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GigiDana — Mon, 22 May 2017 00:01:36 GMT

That just sealed the deal for me!! Thanks for sharing your experience!!

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homedecor1 — Mon, 22 May 2017 02:54:47 GMT

I don't need another set but I'm thinking based on the reviews here (and friends) maybe I'll get the red.

My Caphalon is starting to show wear after 10 years (non-stick) and the CE set of HA I bought did not hold up as well.

Im on the fence may just order it vs buying 2 Caphalon pans which would be more than the TS.

changed my mind - took advantage of the 3 skillets - I need them more than the other pieces in the big set.

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noodleann — Mon, 22 May 2017 11:45:37 GMT

I bought the set in Stone Grey.

I'll be washing my Greenpans for the last time. It will be a happy day when I put those ugly things in the trash. Every time I use them, they remind me that I was ripped off. I've shopped for replacements for quite a while and waited a long time to get these, so the long-term users could post reviews.

I really needed frying pans, because I have Le Creuset and copper saucepans and sauteuses, but the Curtis Stone three-piece frying pan set some have discussed didn't include lids. Although I have glass lids from the Greenpans and other pans, I wasn't sure of the fit. I liked the strainer lid and the domed lid that come with this set.

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straykatz — Mon, 22 May 2017 19:56:21 GMT

I have to say I was really tempted to buy that set but passed on it.

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Roni18 — Mon, 22 May 2017 22:09:37 GMT

I bought the last smaller sized TS that had the three pans. I'm very happy with them so far.

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CLEM — Tue, 23 May 2017 23:21:50 GMT

I have never purchased any of his items because I just have enough pots and pans that I love and they will last me for the rest of my life.

However, I was intriqued by his Sous Vide stick and have researched this method of cooking for a while. Today I have decided to order his. Don't think it's any better than all the others, but the one I had originally decided to get, needs to be operated through an app. Just wanted one that I can control myself in my own kitchen. Hope it's all it promises.

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Marp — Wed, 24 May 2017 01:07:57 GMT

@CLEM, I have been on the fence about the sous vide stick and how well it will work.

Once you have had a chance to put your through its paces please post a review .