Kitchen

[virginia gal]

I have bought several Temptation pieces as gifts and some for myself.  The first set I ever got many years ago came with a terrible white spot (like it hadn't glazed right) on the back of a lavendar 9x13 baking dish and I have never baked (only served) in it due to that.  I don't know if any of you remember the Temptations tote that came with a square baking dish in the bottom that sort of looked like a bowling bag but was supposed to be a carrying case for a hot or cold dish in the bottom and could serve as a tote at the top, it was many years ago.  Anyway, I bought one for every member of my family and most of the dishes broke.  My sister's broke in the microwave while she was making a dip for work.  She said it broke weird, that the whole side of the square dish broke off.  I have since received a set of dishes in the Eggplant Floral Lace that was a TSV two years ago as a gift but I am afraid to use them.  I have read on these forums that many people have had trouble with them breaking.  Some have even said they were dangerous.  They are beautiful but I am afraid to bake, microwave or put them in the freezer.  Only use to serve.  Has anyone had any good or bad experiences with them?  I would appreciate any suggestions.  Thank you!!

[jaxs mom]

I've never had any break. But I don't use them in the microwave and I always bake things in them that cover the bottom of the pan. 

[terrier3]

Mine broke as I pulled out a pan of lasagna...splattered everywhere!

I use nothing but Fiesta now.

[KYToby]

I do not think they are inhrerently dangerous nor are they any more dangerous than the run-of-the mill inexpensive stoneware.  I think many issues come down to the way they are used.

Personally, I think there is better-quality stoneware on the market which is far more pleasing to the eye than TT.

[momtochloe]

I've purchased a few pieces through the years (not for at least the last 8 years so my pieces were older).  They were used gently, never in the freezer, refrigerator or dishwasher so I was stunned when one completely split in two when I went to remove it from the oven (it was a casserole so the bottom was completely covered with food).

I have had much better luck with Le Creuset pieces I purchased at TJ Maxx as they have held up beautifully with no crazing whatsoever.

They do have lovely patterns and I can understand being interested in them but for me they would be for serving and decorating only.

[Gram W]

@virginia gal.  I still have and use that tote and the dish with rack and Iid it came with.  I have gifted many sets in the past and they are still being used.  If and when I need to purchase more I will buy other brands looking for new colors and/or designs.   Kitchen decors and colors have changed over these years.

[Fressa]

I've had good luck with mine. I seldom microwave in mine because I have silicone items for that process.  I make sure the dish comes to room temp before I put it in the oven if I prep ahead.

I did have some crazing issues with some of my dishes and a few of the first pieces that I purchased but they were years old. I don't have an issue with any ceramic ware because I prefer it to other choices.  I wonder if it's the heat in the dishwasher that has any effect on these pieces?  I notice that my glassware seems to be effected by some of the settings.

Quality control issues have been discossed on many products.  That seems to be an issue that is discussed no matter where or what item you are purchasing.  I try to find the retailer that gives me the longest warrenty or return policy.   .      

[RedTop]

I do not own any items from this line, and have never purchased them as gifts.

I do question the safety of these products based on where they are made, and the quality control issues.   My opinion is that bakeware that shatters in the oven or microwave is not safe to begin with.   Regular use of these items should not cause tiny surface cracks, which means the overall quality is poor, and that dish is weak.   

[WORKING GAL]

I have the Temptations Tote with 8 inch square baker in Old World that I purchased a few years ago.  I use this baker for brownies all the time.  The first time the brownies stuck to the bottom of the pan so now I use foil like a sling inside the pan and lift the brownies out.

I have never had a problem.  Even though Tara states it is oven safeto 500 degrees, I would not use any of her bakes over 350.

[Ruthie-Roo]

I have a few pieces of Temptations, but lost interest in the line a couple of years ago.  They're just not my cup of tea anymore.  I've not had any issues using them.  I use my Temptations 9x13 pan and its companion pan/cookie sheet for different things, with great success.  Over the last five years, I've acquired many vintage Corningware pieces from thrift stores. Those things are rock-solid awesome!  I love them.  My family and I use them for so many things.  Just recently, I was reminded that you could use them on the stovetop, but I haven't tried that yet.  I know the underside on some pieces denotes that capability, but I just forgot, silly me. I've maybe had to throw out one or two pieces, but we have a ceramic tile kitchen floor, and the busted dishes met their demise after tumbling down.  It pays to keep on the lookout for Corningware at the thrift stores!