Tasty is an international food brand that we all know. They make delicious food videos and DIY kitchen hacks. They also produce tons of recipes and enrich the chef’s community with kitchenware as well as recipes.
And to add to their collection of feathers, they are also producing urbane kitchenware that is not only multifaceted but also convenient – licensed and manufactured by Epoca International, which is a Florida-based manufacturer.
For seasonal use or regular, Tasty has come up with a handy collection of cost-effective cooking solutions for the average user.
Let’s dive below into one of their sought-after cookware sets – Tasty’s Ceramic Titanium-Reinforced Non-Stick cookware set.
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Design
The set comes with :
- A 9.5-inch fry pan
- A griddle pan of 1 inches
- 1.5 quarts saucepan with a glass lid
- 2.5 quarts saucepan with lid
- A cooker which is 4 quarts deep – with glass lid and helper handle
- 6 quarts Dutch oven with glass lid
- And a Tasty™ recipe booklet
- The build material of the cookware set is forged aluminum of a heavy gauge. And coated with ceramic for excellent heat distribution.
- The ceramic coating is titanium reinforced and is of non-stick nature.
- This does not let the food stick to the surface and makes for efficient cooking.
- The aluminum construction of the cookware bases helps in effective heat distribution for fast and even cooking.
Honestly to me, it seems like the build quality is mediocre at best. The coating chips off fairly easily and in my opinion, the durability is passable. But something that could have been definitely improved at this price point.
It was tested to be scratch resistant, but of course, as with all cookware sets, Homeshed recommends hand washing all utensils for greater sustenance. But regardless, it can be used with a dishwasher if hand-washing becomes too inconvenient for you.
Coating
The non-stick coating is functional, decreasing friction when cooking. But some dishes require the use of some grease or a bit of healthy oil to allow for better sliding of the ingredients while cooking.
The company claims this cookware set to be PFOA-free and PTFE-free. So if you are health conscious and looking for some chemical-free solutions for easy cooking, you can look into more details below and decide for yourself.
Heat Resistance
We have tested this cookware set and it seems to be oven-safe up to 350° Fahrenheit. That said, it is better to err on the side of caution and finish off your baked dishes in the pan instead of letting them sit in the oven for too long.
Handles
Handles are dual riveted and covered with silicon for faster cooling after a heated session in the kitchen. These also stay cool during use on the stovetop.
The riveted surface helps with a stronger grip and allows for a decent grasp of the cookware which is useful for cases where you need to move around the pans and pots frequently for stirring or mixing the content inside.
The moderate-sized handles aid in greater control of the kitchen equipment, especially for people who get panicky or frantic during cooking and move around a lot with wares in their hands.
Culinary Utility
You can also check out our ranked list of the top cookware sets compatible with induction hobs.
But that said, you definitely need not increase the heat too high to get this heated up sooner. This cuts down on the waiting period.
The weight of the utensils is not too heavy so you may find it convenient to move these around with food inside, to be quite an easy feat. But having said that, I would have liked the size of the pot to be a bit larger than what it is, simply for accommodation purposes.
Storage
Compatibility
This cookware set is compatible with induction and electric stove tops – as the apparatus bases are made of stainless steel. So far these are the ones we have tested this set upon.
And it doesn’t say on the website, but these can be oven safe up to about 300-350° Fahrenheit.
A little tip for you guys – do not use metal spoons or any other kind of metal utensils along with this cookware set. Not even metals like steel wool for cleaning.
As this may lead to scratching and chipping of the non-stick coating, thereby inadvertently damaging your set before you even get to make maximum use of it.
Dishwasher-Safe
Using a dishwasher is always great when you have a busy lifestyle and you want your cookware spick and span without putting too much effort into hand washing them. In those cases, using a dishwasher is the most effortless option.
There is nowhere that says you cannot use this set with the dishwasher. So you probably can but using it too much can result in the exterior getting worn out or even damaging the colors.
Therefore Homeshed always recommends hand-washing these pots and pans with a bit of warm soapy water and a clean microfiber cloth or a soft sponge.
To prevent the non-stick coating from getting damaged in the long run, you should not use rough steel cleaning pads or other abrasive materials that will inevitably scrub the surface and cause flaking.
Or maybe just use these.
Cost and Value
But in my experience, the performance of this entire cookware set was satisfactory but nothing that stands out from other sets in this price range.
You could even go so far as to say its peer products in the same range fulfill a greater performance satisfaction that this does not.
So it’s up to you to get this set that may or may not perform as adequately as your previous standards, but it surely gets the job done at this price range, given you take care of it adequately.
Best For
With Tasty’s Ceramic Titanium-Reinforced Non-Stick Cookware Set, you can prepare a variety of dishes ranging from Fromage Blanc to vanilla profiteroles using their saucepans which are sized differently for different purposes.
Or you can savor delicious pot meals using their 6-quart Dutch oven – be it pork stew with fresh veggies, chicken casseroles, or plain old lasagna.
Their deep cooker also has a diverse range of usage and can be used for making homemade potato chips, doughnuts, and even the classic deep fried chicken.
Or you can just use their provided Tasty™ recipe booklet to find new appetizing ideas.
Just maybe don’t use the non-stick pan to char or brown your proteins too heavily as it may damage the coating.
Reasons to get one
- You get an assortment of culinary equipment in different sizes with just one cookware set.
- The material used for construction is safe for cooking with – as the coating is PFOA-free and PTFE-free which won’t have any harmful effects on your food. And is free of toxic chemicals.
- Aluminium forged build helps in improved heat distribution and consistent heat retention.
- Titanium reinforced ceramic helps in greater heat retention and is compatible with more than a few kinds of stove tops (electric and induction, so far).
- Pans have a non-stick coating to prevent food from sticking and burning to the surface.
- Handles are silicone coated and will stay cool to the touch. Dual riveted handles also help in a better grip and easy handling of equipment.
- Equipment provided is stackable and convenient for storage.
- Accompanying glass lids are steam vented to allow for enhanced cooking and do not require having to remove the lids to let the steam go.
- Comes with an additional recipe booklet that will aid you in preparing quite a number of tasty dishes which can be prepared with the given set. And if you are an amateur, you can always learn something new from the recipe collection.
Conclusion
If you’re into a basic kitchenware set that will only set you back for a reasonable price while allowing you to make the most of it, this is one of the sets you should be looking into. While it has its share of flaws – it does gives enough value to compensate for what it doesn’t.
You can look through the above section if you are leaning towards buying this. But while this set has most features you generally look for – the build quality may seem passable for a few users who have seen and used higher quality pans.
Of course, if you have set a higher bar for the kind of superior quality pan sets you would use in the kitchen or if you are looking for something a bit more durable – then this is probably not for you.
But if you have no qualms about a bit of chipping here and there after some use, then I would say this set is a pretty good deal at this price.
Specification
Features
Manufacturer
Cuisinart
Product Name / Model Number
11-Piece Titanium Reinforced Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set
Colors Available
Glossy Red
What’s Included
A griddle pan of 1 inch
1.5 quarts saucepan with glass lid
2.5 quarts saucepan with lid
A cooker, 4 quarts deep, with glass lid
6 quarts Dutch oven with glass lid
A Tasty™ recipe booklet
Coating
Non-stick
Build Material
Titanium reinforced ceramic
Handle Type
Heat-resistant
Dual-Riveted
Heat Sustainability
Up to 300 – 350°F
Compatible With
Induction stovetop
Safe to use with metal utensils?
No
Safe to use with dishwasher?
Yes
Safe from toxic metals?
PFOA free; PTFE free
Versatility
Durability
Value For Money
Easy to Clean
Homeshed Rating
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