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Fagor Induction-Ready Cast Aluminum 10.5 Inch Square Griddle

Fagor’s New Cast Aluminum cookware is induction ready, allowing for a high level of efficiency and savings when used on an induction cooktop. Cast aluminum’s superior heat conductivity provides uniform heating and cooking on any type of cooktop, preserving the nutritious qualities and flavors of the prepared food while reducing energy consumption. Use this griddle to make the ultimate fluffy pancakes, French toast and paninis. The amazing heat distribution will brown them to perfection; your family will be delighted! This cookware is guaranteed to never warp thanks to its single piece casting process and extra thick base. The double layer high-grade nonstick coating is scratch resistant and ensures durability: no peeling, blistering or cracking, and long lasting luster. The simple yet modern design offers versatility and convenience in any kitchen; use it as a vessel to cook or even as a stylish serving dish! Excellent handle design: non-slip colorful grip handles, removable for easy storage even in the smallest of kitchens.

• Perfect piece for low-fat cooking: the non-stick coating prevents burning and sticking, allowing dishes to be prepared with little or no oil, increasing the health-factor of any meal. The spout allows you to safely and easily remove extra grease.
• High quality cast aluminum quickly and evenly distributes heat preventing hot spots. Guaranteed to never warp thanks to its single piece casting process and extra thick base. Perfect for use on all stovetops: gas, electric, radiant and induction.
• Easy to clean due to the double inner layer of Skandia by Akzo Nobel nonstick coating. This high-grade nonstick coating is scratch resistant and ensures durability: no peeling, blistering or cracking.
• Heat resistant, nonslip colorful grip handles enhance the stylish design of the line; and they¿re removable for easy storage! The versatile design of the cast aluminum line allows dishes to go straight from the cooktop to the table.
• Weighing 2.7lb, this griddle has a cooking surface of 10 ½¿ x 10 ½¿; length with handle is 18 ¾¿. Cast aluminum is oven and dishwasher safe.

Rating: (out of 4 reviews)

List Price: $ 59.99
Price: $ 59.99

Fagor Induction-Ready Cast Aluminum 10.5 Inch Square Griddle Reviews

Review by Charles Lane:

The bottom on this pan was slightly concave. That might not make a lot of difference on a gas stove, but it didn't work well at all on our GE induction cooktop. I've only had this one and it could be an anomaly, but they should make sure the bottom is perfectly flat!

Review by N. Moore:

Pan is well made and works very well on our new induction cooktop. It heats evenly and the pour-dege is a nice touch.

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CIA Masters Collection 7-Ply Copper Clad Stainless Steel 12 Inch Non-Stick Saute Pan with Helper Handle

An ideal non-stick saute for large jobs. The slope of this pan has been designed to give you the ability to move food easily while providing the largest cooking surface possible on a pan this size. The cooking surface is often comparable to that of many other larger pans. The 7 ply copper clad material provides an even, consistent environment to ensure excellent results in your kitchen. Designed by the Master Chefs of the esteemed Culinary Institute of America to be the top performing cookware on the market, the Master’s Collection features the perfect amount of copper, surrounded by layers of aluminum and stainless steel. Each layer of metal extends to the top of the pan. This high quality construction makes for an amazingly responsive and conductive piece of kitchen equipment. The detail to design and functionality are exceptional, and will be a welcome addition to your kitchen

• 7-Ply Copper Core construction extends up full side of the pan for quick and even heat distribution
• Induction Ready
• 18/10 stainless steel interior is non-reactive, easy to clean and safe to cook in
• Riveted ergonomically designed handles are comfortable and add to ease of use
• Lifetime Warranty

Rating: (out of 1 reviews)

List Price: $ 220.00
Price: $ 124.95

CIA Masters Collection 7-Ply Copper Clad Stainless Steel 12 Inch Non-Stick Saute Pan with Helper Handle Reviews

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Fagor Cast-Aluminum 10-1/2-Inch Square-Shaped Nonstick Grill

Fagor’s New Cast Aluminum cookware is induction ready, allowing for a high level of efficiency and savings when used on an induction cooktop. Cast aluminum’s superior heat conductivity provides uniform heating and cooking on any type of cooktop, preserving the nutritious qualities and flavors of the prepared food while reducing energy consumption. Use this square grill pan to prepare delicious and healthy meals: grill vegetables, succulent meats and fish all year round! The combination of even heat distribution and non-stick coating makes browning and searing an easy task. This cookware is guaranteed to never warp thanks to its single piece casting process and extra thick base. The double layer high-grade nonstick coating is scratch resistant and ensures durability: no peeling, blistering or cracking, and long lasting luster. The simple yet modern design offers versatility and convenience in any kitchen; use it as a vessel to cook or even as a stylish serving dish! Excellent handle design: non-slip colorful grip handles, removable for easy storage even in the smallest of kitchens.

• 10-1/2-inch square-shaped grill pan with ridges and pour spout
• Durable cast aluminum for fast, even heating; scratch-resistant nonstick coating
• Nonslip, colorful, soft-grip handle can be removed for compact storage
• Washing by hand recommended; oven-safe up to 340 degrees F (500 degrees F with handle removed)
• Measures 18-3/4 by 10-1/2 by 1-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Rating: (out of 2 reviews)

List Price: $ 59.99
Price: $ 48.00

Fagor Cast-Aluminum 10-1/2-Inch Square-Shaped Nonstick Grill Reviews

Review by S. Spires:

I was seeking a better panini-maker than my electric waffle iron. I try to avoid too many special-purpose electrics, so I decided on a grill-pan & press.

I purchased this pan along with the Nopro Enamel Cast Iron Panini Press. They make a terrific pair! I can preheat the press on one burner, this pan on another to make beautifully crispy panini. It also works superbly for general grilling. It heats more evenly than my cast iron griddle, leaves nice grill marks, and the non-stick surface has not failed.

I mostly cook on a gas stove, but also own a portable induction burner, so more cookware to use that is a plus.

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Swiss Diamond Induction Series 11 Inch Open Fry Pan

The large 11 inch diameter frypan is for larger jobs around the kitchen and has a cast aluminum helping handle. This induction pan used a patented diamond reinforced non stick and a new high tech induction designed surface which does not use a bonded or braised encopsulated bottom or disk. This makes it perfect for all induction stop tops

• 11-Inch fry pan perfect for all induction stove tops
• Ergonomic handles safe upto 500-degrees fahrenheit
• Non stick surface won't crack or blister
• Safe to use in dishwasher and oven upto 500-fahrenheit
• surface has 200,000 diamond crystals

Rating: (out of 1 reviews)

List Price: $ 158.00
Price: $ 149.00

Swiss Diamond Induction Series 11 Inch Open Fry Pan Reviews

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Fagor Induction-Ready Cast Aluminum 11 Inch Skillet

Fagor’s New Cast Aluminum cookware is induction ready, allowing for a high level of efficiency and savings when used on an induction cooktop. Cast aluminum’s superior heat conductivity provides uniform heating and cooking on any type of cooktop (gas, electric, radiant or induction), preserving the nutritious qualities and flavors of the prepared food while reducing energy consumption. Craving a juicy burger? This high performance 11 inch skillet maintains the natural flavors, juices and nutrients of your meals. The high walls help reduce splatter.This cookware is guaranteed to never warp thanks to its single piece casting process and extra thick base. The double layer high-grade nonstick coating is scratch resistant and ensures durability: no peeling, blistering or cracking, and long lasting luster.The simple yet modern design offers versatility and convenience in any kitchen;use it as a vessel to cook or even as a stylish serving dish! Excellent handle design: non-slip colorful grip handles, removable for easy storage even in the smallest of kitchens.

• Perfect piece for low-fat cooking: the non-stick coating prevents burning and sticking, allowing dishes to be prepared with little or no oil, increasing the health-factor of any meal.
• High quality cast aluminum quickly and evenly distributes heat preventing hot spots. Guaranteed to never warp thanks to its single piece casting process and extra thick base. Perfect for use on all stovetops: gas, electric, radiant and induction
• Easy to clean with double inner layer of Skandia by Akzo Nobel nonstick coating. This high-grade nonstick coating is scratch resistant and ensures durability: no peeling, blistering or cracking. The outside non-stick coating ensures long lasting luster
• Heat resistant, nonslip, colorful grip handles enhance the stylish design of the line;and they¿re removable for easy storage! The versatile design of the cast aluminum line allows dishes to go straight from the cooktop to the table
• Weighing 3.5 lb., this skillet has a cooking surface of 11 inches in diameter;length with handle is 18.75 inch. Cast aluminum is oven and dishwasher safe

Rating: (out of 2 reviews)

List Price: $ 49.99
Price: $ 49.99

Fagor Induction-Ready Cast Aluminum 11 Inch Skillet Reviews

Review by --pat:

Poor Amazon went through the expense of overnighting me a replacement skillet, and that, too chipped as soon as I tried removing the handle, following the instructions. I contacted Fagor who said I had to bother Amz again. I gave the skillet away after one use, instead.

I have a one-burner convection cooktop in a very small living space. To replace the skillet, I got a gorgeous Circulon 4 quart saucepan. It has about the same cooking base as the skillet, but the sides help prevent splatters. It's nonstick properties work wonderfully.

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Sunpentown HK-4200A Stainless-Steel Induction-Ready Pot with Glass Lid

Induction Ready Pan Technology. Stainless steel material with see through high-tempered glass cover. Multi-purpose, use for stir fry, stew and etc.

• 3-1/2 quart multi-purpose stock pot made of 1810K stainless steel
• Compatible for use with any induction cook top
• Wide, shallow shape works well for stir-fries and stews
• See-through high-tempered-glass cover; stay-cool side handles
• Measures approximately 9 by 14 by 3 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Rating: (out of 6 reviews)

List Price: $ 39.99
Price: $ 19.99

Sunpentown HK-4200A Stainless-Steel Induction-Ready Pot with Glass Lid Reviews

Review by mimi:

I can't believe this is really a Sunpentown brand. I have one of their induction cooktops so I looked for their brand of pot to be sure it would work. It was the flimsiest pan I have ever seen. However, I didn't worry becasue I remembered a rating that said that they were worried when they got it but that it worked like a dream. However, this thing sucked! It was impossible to cook without everything, including the pan, burning... It was either not cooking on Med or burning on Med High. Big waste of $$$ and time. Not enough money to warrant trying to return but don't waste your time or money.

Review by ruby ritz:

I'm new to Induction cooking, and was skeptical when I received this because a magnet did not stick to the bottom, which I'd heard was essential. I tried it, it did connect, it is truly Induction Ready, and it works like a charm! I got it mainly for pasta. The water heats in no time, the pasta is cooked to a perfect al dente in just a few minutes. It's light weight, easy to clean -- I love this little pot. It makes Induction cooking make sense.

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CIA Masters Collection 7-Ply Copper Clad Stainless Steel 8 Inch Non-Stick Saute Pan

An ideal non-stick saute for small jobs. The slope of this pan has been designed to give you the ability to move food easily while providing the largest cooking surface possible on a pan this size. The cooking surface is often comparable to that of many other 10 inch pans. The 7 ply copper clad material provides an even, consistent environment to ensure excellent results in your kitchen. Designed by the Master Chefs of the esteemed Culinary Institute of America to be the top performing cookware on the market, the Master’s Collection features the perfect amount of copper, surrounded by layers of aluminum and stainless steel. Each layer of metal extends to the top of the pan. This high quality construction makes for an amazingly responsive and conductive piece of kitchen equipment. The detail to design and functionality are exceptional, and will be a welcome addition to your kitchen

• 7-Ply Copper Core construction extends up full side of the pan for quick and even heat distribution
• Induction Ready
• 18/10 stainless steel interior is non-reactive, easy to clean and safe to cook in
• Riveted ergonomically designed handles are comfortable and add to ease of use
• Lifetime Warranty

Rating: (out of 1 reviews)

List Price: $ 130.00
Price: $ 64.99

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Shona reasoning skills in Zimbabwe: the importance of riddles.(Report): An article from: Journal of Pan African Studies

This digital document is an article from Journal of Pan African Studies, published by Journal of Pan African Studies on June 1, 2008. The length of the article is 7637 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the author: Riddles are important logical tools in the traditional Shona system of education. While Shona riddles have important functions like socialisation and recreation, this paper is focused on the functions of riddles in sharpening one's reasoning skills and quickness of wit, and attempts to show how riddles foster quick mental flexibility on the part of the child as he/she grapples with different possibilities and probabilities in the search for correct answers to given riddles. The process of solving riddles involves logical inference and the justification for answers based on reasoned analysis of the posed riddle. It is for this reason than that we argue that Shona riddles apprentices reasoning skills and ideas that enables a person to comprehend reality.

Citation Details
Title: Shona reasoning skills in Zimbabwe: the importance of riddles.(Report)
Author: Ephraim Taurai Gwaravanda
Publication: Journal of Pan African Studies (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 1, 2008
Publisher: Journal of Pan African Studies
Volume: 2 Issue: 4 Page: NA

Article Type: Report

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KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 10-Piece Brushed Stainless Steel Cookware Set

KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 10-piece cookware set includes a 1-, 2- and 3-quart covered saucepan, an 8-quart covered stockpot, and an 8- and 10-inch open French skillet. Product is made from the world's best 18/10 stainless steel to provide exceptional luster and durability. The brushed stainless steel exterior provides a professional look and easy to maintain surface. The base is constructed of a stainless steel base that fully encapsulates an aluminum disk. This provides excellent heat distribution and no hot spots. The cool grip handles are stainless steel shafts with silicone rubber inserts that are oven safe up to 400 degrees.There's something clean and pure about cookware that's stainless steel inside and out. This stylishly finished version from KitchenAid's Gourmet Essentials series features a brightly polished interior that discourages food from sticking, and a handsomely brushed exterior with a shiny band along the rim. Each pan is entirely constructed of premium 18/10 stainless steel, except for the encapsulated aluminum disk in the base (aluminum makes a superior conductor of heat), and the silicone grip encasing the handle. Even the tight-fitting lids are stainless steel. Each piece is oven-safe to 400 degrees F and is dishwasher-safe. Whether you want to fry up pancakes for breakfast, warm soup for lunch, or feed chili to a crowd, this set more than accommodates your most typical cooking needs. The 1-, 2-, and 3-quart saucepans all come with lids, as does the large 8-quart stockpot. The 8- and 10-inch French skillets are nice and deep, great for poaching eggs or stir-frying veggies. Stainless steel cooks most efficiently at medium heat, and can be used to start a dish on the stovetop and finish it in the oven. An excellent value, the set is covered by a lifetime limited warranty against defects. --Ann Bieri What's

• Set contains 1-, 2-, and 3-quart covered saucepans; 8- and 10-inch open French skillets; 8-quart covered stockpot
• 18/10 stainless-steel with encapsulated aluminum disc base; polished interior and brushed exterior finishes
• 18/10 stainless-steel handles encased in stay-cool silicone grips
• Tight-fitting 18/10 stainless-steel lids keep in heat and moisture
• Oven-safe to 400 degrees F; dishwasher-safe; limited lifetime warranty

Rating: (out of 129 reviews)

List Price: $ 245.00
Price: $ 124.99

KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 10-Piece Brushed Stainless Steel Cookware Set Reviews

Review by J. Gaspard:

Such value for money here, no need to spend 3-4x as much on All-Clad...these are just as heavy and put together just as well. I'm glad I could never get myself to drop the $$$ on the other companies product. I expected them to be nice from reading the Consumer Reports piece but I was blown away by this set.

This IS the set to buy, don't get a nonstick set...from experience. Even the best coatings wear off over time, you can't use metal whisks in them, and who really needs a nonstick stock pot?

You don't need nonstick for most cooking, you will get better browning and pan sauces from a regular pan, yes you need nonstick for eggs and pancakes but you can always buy a matching nonstick skillet to go with these and still wind up spending much less.

Review by Jeff S:

I usually like to see and feel things before buying them online, but I took a gamble this time based on review here and elsewhere and it paid off. I could not find this set in any store locally. This set is MUCH better than I expected it to be. The pans are Heavy, (but thats a quality heavy not a too "heavy" to lift) and compared to a stainless Farberware set I've bought in the past, I think I will like this set even more. It seems to be built to last (my 0.00 Farberware set is 14 years old). I like the fact that you can put these (frying pans) in the oven without too much worry on "melting" the handles. I like the way the covers fit on the pots as well.

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Fagor Portable Induction Cooktop

Fagor’s New Portable Induction cooktop provides the fastest, safest, most efficient cooking experience. It uses 90% of energy produced which saves energy and money. The cooktop provides precise and instant heat and cooks 50% faster than gas and electric. With induction, there are no flames, heating elements or gas emissions and the cooking surface surrounding the pot stays cool to the touch, making it an extremely safe portable solution. This versatile indoor/outdoor cooktop is great for entertaining; use it as a stylish, elegant centerpiece on the table, for outdoor parties or in the kitchen as an extra cooking zone. Induction cooktops must be used with cookware that has a magnetic bottom (one that a magnet will stick to). All Fagor Cookware is Induction Compatible.

• This energy efficient induction cooktop has no flames or fumes, and the surface around the pot remains cool to the touch; food will not stick to the glass, making cleanup a breeze; heat adjustments are immediate. Rapid cooking precision at your fingertips!
• Use this eco-friendly cooktop in your kitchen as an extra cooking zone, or take it outside for a barbecue! Its stylish design makes it a perfect centerpiece on the table for entertaining dishes, or just to keep foods warm. Perfect for dorms, RVs and boats.
• Durable, easy-to-clean & high quality glass surface; sleek touch controls on the smooth glass surface; temperature ranges from 190 to 430 degrees, with 6 power levels; built-in count-down digital timer, up to 180 minutes.
• Safe to use: unit will not generate heat and will shut off after 60 seconds if no cookware is detected; includes a Child Safety Lock; for added peace of mind, it will turn off automatically after a certain period of time in case it is left on accidentally.
• Compact and lightweight for easy handling: 14 x 12 x 2.5 inches, less than 8 pounds; 1 year warranty; uses regular household, 110V electric supply; UL approved.

Rating: (out of 19 reviews)

List Price: $ 199.99
Price: $ 150.00

Fagor Portable Induction Cooktop Reviews

Review by Mark Wilden:

This was my first experience with induction cooking, and, like everyone else says, it's fantastic. Keeps the kitchen cool, heats things faster, offers precise control, environmental, easy to clean - all good stuff.

But I'm going to try a different brand next time I buy an induction cooktop. Here's why:

1) There are only six heat settings. I've found that to simmer many items, I need a setting in between 2 and 3. So I have to stand over it and manually switch between the two.

2) It appears to cycle on and off (at least on setting 3). A pot of stuff will bubble for a while, then stop, then bubble for a while, etc. I don't know if this is normal for an induction cooktop, but obviously it isn't very smooth.

3) The controls are indeed difficult to get used to, though it can be done. You need to give them a rather sharp tap, instead of just pressing them. There's also a delay, so if you want to turn the heat down from 6 to 1, you have to tap at certain intervals.

4) It seems to produce a hot spot in the center of the pan. That part will bubble when the edges stay cooler. I don't know if this is normal with induction cooking. I use All-Clad pans.

All told, these negatives don't outweigh the positive experience of using an induction cooktop. But I'll try another brand next time. And there will be a next time, because compared to my lousy electric stove, induction cooking is wonderful!

Review by Fuji:

I've had this cooktop for 3 months now and I'm really pleased with it. I bought it to see if I liked induction enough to spring for a whole cooktop when I replace my stove. All but one of my pans worked on it (if you have aluminum cookware you will need to go shopping). I mainly use All-Clad stainless, Lodge cast iron and Chantal enamel on steel cookware. I have an iron, flat bottomed wok that works great with it. It is FAR superior to a hot plate or extra burner. This little unit has become our main stove. I could see using just one or two of these in a cabin, kitchenette, dorm, etc. I've been pleased with my Fagor pressure cooker, so that's why I chose this brand.

What makes me happy:

-incredibly quick response, I think as good as gas

-less heat in the air makes the kitchen more comfortable and cooking is safer

-no charred mess from spillovers etc. Really easy to clean

-fabulous low temperature setting that is barely more than warm. It will melt chocolate beautifully on the lowest setting. No more fiddling with a double boiler.

-I like the timer feature. When the timer ends, it turns off the unit. That's a boon for a distracted cook.

-It's harder to burn things with this cooktop than with gas or electric. Partly because it's so responsive, but I really think it does a better job of maintaining a consistent temperature.

Things you should know:

-as another reviewer noted, there is a hot spot in the middle where all the action is. If you use a really big pan, you'll see where the heat is concentrated. However, I haven't had any actual problems with this. It heats even large pans quite well even though it says somewhere in the manual to use smaller pans.

-if you lean on the front edge it will tip. Sounds dumb, but I've done it.

-there's a brief learning curve to the touchpad controls. Maybe 3-4 days of having to think about it and now it's second nature.

I really hope that induction cooking gains a wider audience in the U.S. It's a fabulous technology that's ready for mainstream consumers.

****UPDATE**** Now I've owned this unit for a year and a half or so. I still love it and I'm using it full time as my main burner. I'm considering buying a second one and never using my old radiant electric cooktop again. As it is, I removed the knobs from my cooktop and this little guy sits on top of it all the time. I'm also not sure I want to replace my old cooktop - a new 4-5 burner induction unit is close to a couple thousand dollars. I can buy a second one of these and probably never know the difference.

The glass surface has become a little scratched because I use heavy cast iron pans on it. (You can put some parchment paper under the cast iron pans to protect the surface, but I forget.)

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