When looking for a quality set of pots and pans you will probably be looking at the product features. The best way to discover the things to look for may be to read pots and pans review sites. You may be hoping to find things like:

Stainless Steel for durability and appearance

Fast and even heat conduction, for energy savings

Safe for all cook-tops, even induction

Stay cool, sure grip handles

Dishwasher and oven safe

A good warranty

Traditionally styled, quality stainless steel pots and pans are becoming popular again. Some feature silicone wrapped, stainless handles for cool, easy transfer and safety.  Some have encased bottom pads for even heat distribution and are induction compatible; a great energy saving feature. Quality pots and pans come with a good warranty, so you know you won't be buying a new set every year. For ease of use and cleaning make sure they are dishwasher and oven safe. For a large or growing family a good set will include: 1.5L, 2L 3L Saucepans, and a 5L Dutch Oven.  It would also be good to have a large Steamer, and at least a 25cm Fry Pan, The set will need to have 4 lids to accommodate all the pots and pans. This will meet any busy family's needs.

Well-constructed, stainless steel pots and pans, with riveted handles for excellent stability and strength, will last a lifetime. Also, if they have silicone covered handles it will enable them to stay heat free in the oven and on the stove top.

For very high quality pots and pans that will last for years, I would recommend the features listed above.  Retail prices for anyone who wants an attractive, high quality set and doesn't mind paying full price, may be over a thousand dollars.  For those who would prefer to pay less, quality pots and pans go on sale occasionally for up to 60% off; though for the craftsmanship they would be a bargain at any price.

Make sure the cookware you buy has everything you're looking for. You want it to be easy to work with heat free lids and handles. Make sure they heat up quickly and evenly, and are dishwasher and oven safe.  They will be the best pots and pans you will ever purchase, and the last cookware set you will ever buy.

If you are looking for a good quality set of pots and pans get all the information you need here to help you make an informed decision.

A good  Pots and Pans Review site will talk about the debate between what is the best material to have your pots and pans made of.  Some people like the aluminum skillets and some swear by stainless steel.  There are pros and cons for each.

Aluminum is a very good conductor of heat. It is lightweight and it is okay if it gets dirty. There is something comforting about a well-worn aluminum skillet.  The negatives are that it is a soft metal and bends very easily.  If you put a hot aluminum pan in the sink and run water on it, it will probably warp. If you have a smooth cook-top then it will not site flat and you won't get even heat.  If you like a shiny look to your pots and pans, you will not get it with aluminum.

Stainless steel, on the other hand, is a very durable metal and shines up very nicely. It is heavier, but feels solid and won't warp. Stainless steel cleans  up easily and is  dishwasher safe.  A good set of stainless steel pots and pans will last a life time.  The negatives are that it is not as good a heat conductor and heats unevenly.  The makers of good quality pots and pans have remedied this by encasing layers of excellent heat conductive metals in a base and attaching it to the stainless steel pots and pans.  This creates a very sturdy piece of cookware with the fast, even heat required for today's cooking.

Although there are applications where you might want an aluminum skillet, for your everyday cooking needs and for longevity, stainless steel is definitely the way to go.

This page of Pots and Pans Review talks about non-stick cookware and cooking.  Most of us have a non-stick frying pan in our pots and pans collection. It started with Teflon in the 1950s and and has evolved over the years. Although the current model of non-stick is said to be much safer than the original, there are still debates over the safety of non-stick pots and pans.

Non-stick, made our lives much easier as far as clean-up went, and they were stick-free without fats and oils, which was supposed to reduce fat and cholesterol. The problems began when the coating came off if a metal utensil was used. The introduction of plastic utensils solved that problem, but then there was the problem of overheating. If a non-stick pan is heated to above 465 degrees Fahrenheit, which is easy to do, toxic fumes enter the air.

Most chefs do not use non-stick coated pots and pans. When frying or searing meat the flavours that get stuck to the bottom of the pan go into making sauces, soups and flavouring vegetables. You cannot do that with non-stick coated pots and pans.

There are probably a few uses for a non-stick pan; maybe frying eggs or making pancakes, but for the most part, a serious cook will opt for the durability and longevity of stainless steel. Not only does it look nice, but it is non-toxic. And a little olive oil in the pan not only helps keep the food from sticking, but it's also good for you without any of the negativity associated with other fats.

When buying a new set of pots and pans, take into account your family's health and safety. There are lots of choices out there and it makes sense not to throw money away by buying a new set of pots and pans every year or two. A good investment in a sturdy set of stainless steel pots and pans will serve you and your family for decades to come.