Calphalon is a brand name registered to the Newell Rubbermaid Corporation. Newell Rubbermaid is a global, publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Product lines include items for offices, cleaning and organization, tools and home. Calphalon is part of the home and family line.
Calphalon Cookware
According to the Newell Rubbermaid 2007 analysts' presentation, Calphalon products are in 6.5 million US homes, with women ages 25- 54 being the primary user group. One particular target market is the bridal segment - females ages 24-48 compiling a bridal shower wish list.
Calphalon Cookware
Calphalon Cookware is made of a specially treated aluminum called hard-anodized aluminum. At the end of this special treatment, the aluminum becomes much harder then stainless steel and becomes sealed to make it safe for humans to cook with. The process includes dipping the aluminum first in a freezing cold electrolyte (acid) bath then running substantial amounts of electricity through the cookware.
Benefits of using Calphalon
Due to the special hard-anodized treatment, the cookware becomes extremely resistant to scratches, rust, corrosion, or chipping. Calphalon has been proven to be extremely durable, with a long life span. Not only does this cookware last a long time, but it can tolerate very high heats while spreading the heat evenly throughout the cooking surface.
Calphalon Cookware is ultra smooth and is resistant to chipping, which means that there are no places for bacteria or germs to get trapped. Unlike other cookware, it is fine to cook acidic foods in Calphalon because the acids do not penetrate into the aluminum itself. However, repeated cooking of acidic foods in the cookware could cause a reverse ionization process, which will cause the cookware to turn silver.
If food does start to stick, it is best to ensure the cookware is kept clean and pre-heat each time the cookware is used. Many times food will stick because of oil residue left in the pan. Proper cleaning and proper care can go a long way to ensuring that the cookware has a very long useful life.
One immense benefit is that Calphalon Cookware can be placed into the oven with an oven temperature of no greater than 450.
To clean
According to testimonials, it is best to hand wash Calphalon Cookware with soap and water. A nylon scouring pad or scouring powder like Comet can also be used if needed. Cleaners such as bleach, oven cleaner, household detergents and automatic dishwasher detergents can ruin the surface.
To use
Calphalon Cookware does not need to be pre-seasoned prior to use. Once washed in soap and water, it is ready to use. It is important that once used, food is not stored in the pans, the cookware is allowed to return to room temperature then cleaned and stored.
When cooking with Calphalon, because of the specially treated surface and efficient, even heat distribution; it is highly recommended to keep the heat lower than what would normally be used.
Consumer's Ratings
Consumer's ratings are mostly very positive. The biggest negatives associated with Calphalon® Cookware are the high cost and heavy weight. However, even those consumers with negative opinions are still likely to rate this particular cookware on the positive end of the scale for overall satisfaction.
Where to purchase
Some of the larger retail outlets that sell Calphalon products include Bed, Bath and Beyond, Williams-Sonoma, Linens-n-things and Amazon.com.
Calphalon Cookware - A Great Bridal Shower And Wedding Gift Idea
Calphalon Cookware
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Calphalon DS9DC Commercial 9-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set Feature
- Set includes 2-1/2-quart covered shallow saucepan; 8-, 10-, and 12-inch open skillets; 3- and 7-quart covered chef's casseroles
- Heavy-gauge, hard-anodized aluminum construction provides fast, even heating
- Riveted stainless-steel handles stay comfortably cool for stovetop cooking
- Casserole lids are domed to return moisture to pot; oven-safe
- Wash by hand recommended; metal utensil and broiler safe; lifetime warranty
Calphalon DS9DC Commercial 9-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set Overview
Set includes: 8" omelette, 10" omelette, and 12" omelette, 3qt chefs casserole with cover, 7qt chefs casserole with cover, and 2.5qt shallow saucepan with cover. Heavy-gauge aluminum is responsive to temperature changes. These pans feature the original Calphalon hard anodized surface, which is stick resistant, meaning that it sticks when you want it (when your searing, browning) and releases when you need it to(when your food is ready). If you know how cast iron cooks, you know how the hard anodized cooks, but hard anodized has many beneifts that make it better choice- aluminum is a better conductor than iron, you never season your pan(so you dont have flavor transfer from dish to dish), and it doesn't rust! All pans are spun or drawn into shape, which makes the entire pan (sides as well as bottom) the same thickness, which guarantees even heating throughout. If you enjoy cooking and want the best and most versatile surface for performing a variety of techniques- this is the surface for you! Metal utensil and broiler safe. Lifetime Warranty.
Calphalon DS9DC Commercial 9-Piece Hard-Anodized Cookware Set Specifications
Update your kitchen with this handsome nine-piece cookware set from Calphalon. The charcoal-gray matte finish of the Commercial Hard-Anodized series not only looks sophisticated but is impressive in performance: it sears meats over medium heat, cooks evenly, and stays stick-resistant without having a nonstick finish that can eventually peel. Moreover, hard-anodized pots and pans are safe to use with metal utensils and under the broiler. Riveted on for strength, the stainless-steel Cool V handles stay cool during stovetop cooking and are oven-safe, as are the lids.
Covering all the basics, this set consists of a 2-1/2-quart covered shallow saucepan; 8-, 10-, and 12-inch open skillets; and 3- and 7-quart covered chef's casseroles. The lid on the larger casserole is domed to send moisture and flavors back into the pot for succulent meat dishes. You'll find low to medium heat is the best temperature range for this fast-heating cookware. After use, wash by hand. Though it's still covered by a lifetime warranty, Calphalon discontinued the Commercial Hard-Anodized line in 2004 and replaced it with Calphalon One Infused Anodized. --Ann Bieri
What's in the Box
9-piece cookware set. The set consists of: 2-1/2-quart covered shallow saucepan; 8-, 10-, and 12-inch open skillets; 3- and 7-quart covered chef's casseroles. 9 pieces total.
