Thomas Rosenthal Professional Cookware Review

by Emily
(Williamsburg, VA, USA)

I got these Thomas cooking pots and pans from the Bloom Happy Points program. I earned the stir-fry pan, the Dutch oven, and the large frying pan through the program. I have been using them as my main cookware ever since I brought them home and I love them.

They are non-stick, but I do need to use some spray to prevent sticking at times. I do this especially when I am using the frying pan to cook meat without any sort of gravy or oil. However I always found I had to do this with my other pans so it does not bother me.

It is not too heavy, which was a complaint of mine from my other pans. In some of my other pots and pans I could not pick up the pans one-handed, which made cooking dangerous at times. Sometimes it is important to quickly move a pan off of a burner, and when it takes both of your hands to do it it’s no wonder food boiled over with me sometimes.

The handles on the pans have holes for if you choose to hang your pans, which I plan on doing in my new place. I have not yet thought about how should hang the lids, but I suppose I’ll tackle that problem when I need to.

I am not quite sure why the handles are hollow, but that does not bother me. The handles do not heat up very fast, despite not being solid. This is important because a lot of the pans I used to own would heat up while I was slow cooking and I would forget and accidentally burn myself on the handles when I came back. So far I have not had this problem with these new pans.

The pans heat up well enough. I do not see any problem with them when they heat up, it does not seem to take any longer than the other pans I owned. They seem to heat evenly when I am cooking, and compare very well even with much more expensive cookware. I would highly recommend these pans!

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Thomas Rosenthal Professional Cookware Review

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What they are made of
by: Anonymous

They are made of Hard Anodized Aluminum - which in and of itself has nothing to do with "no-stick". The coating is Teflon or a Teflon-like substance, which as others have noted does not fare well high-heat cooking, such as searing.

This coating should be fine if you:

* pre-heat the pan on VERY LOW heat slightly before adding butter, oil or spray
* NEVER use on high heat -- Medium is your max!
* Let pan cool before washing
* Do NOT EVER wash in the dishwasher as this deteriorates the coating --even if you can't visibly tell it -- and this deterioration causes potential toxin release.
* Do not use anything but wood or plastic utensils EVER

These instructions are true for all Teflon and Teflon-like coatings (Teflon Platinum is a bit harder and the claim is that metal utensils can be used -- but why?)

The Thomas Rosenthal pans are available if I shop a lot at Albertson's.... but I just calculated that I can go buy some better brand if I just go to the "other" store in town that costs less -- and save the difference in a jar and then go buy some nice pans. :) That's what i'm gonna do.

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re: hot handles
by: Brenda

I too have burned my hands on the handles of the casserole/small dutch oven. I am very disappointed that this product that is meant for stove top use has metal handles that heat up fast and to the point that the user can sustain burns when touching the lid pot handle or the pot side handles. I will definitely be in touch with this company re: this hazard.

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VERY HOT HANDLES
by: CAROL w

I'm wondering if I am the only person who has burned my hand after picking up the pan by the handle while cooking. What is up with that? I have never had a pot that i couldn't at least turn the pan or pick it up by the handle. I am very dissappointed in the cookware because I spent so much money collecting enough stickers to have a complete set of cookware for my summer house. I can't even think of letting tenants use the cookware as i fear I will be the cause of someone getting a severe burn.

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from bc canada
by: jennings

love them , i have 3 , got them by saving stickers at the co-op in dawson creek bc . out of all my pots i all ways use seem to use these.
hope to get more

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Good bottom of the line pans
by: Anonymous

Not bad for free. Albertsons donated to my Fire Dept. a whole set. They are a little thin. the non stick isnt the best. but better than your T fal type cookware. No comparison to Caphalon One though.

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Like the Dutch Oven - Hate the fry pans
by: Anonymous

I have used the frying pans a few times now and last night I burned my arm when I accidentally hit it with my forearm. These get way to hot and hold heat far faster and longer than other heavier handled fry pans. The dutch oven handles get hot too but are much less likely to be hit when cooking. Be careful!

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Teflon and Anodized Aluminum
by: Dave

Many have asked and I haven't seen the correct answer yet so here it is: The material the pot is made of is Anodized Aluminum (not "regular" aluminum)and the non-stick coating on the pots is Teflon.
Anodized Aluminum is aluminum which has undergone a process which gives it a harder surface which increases corrosion resistance and gives it a better wear factor. Anodizing also allows better adhesion for coatings, such as paint or Teflon. Teflon is just a coating and it is very safe to 250 C(482 F) but does start to break down over 260 C(500 F)and could cause flu-like symtoms in humans.
I have the 5L Dutch Oven and it seems to work fine.

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From Canada
by: Anonymous

I am from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. My local supermarket chain Calgary COOP is also starting this cookware program.

It appears to be as same as you fellows down in the United States. We spend $10 Canadian and we get a sticker to collect for cookware.

I got the 28 cm stir-fry pan and I am really enjoying to use it. It is a great product. I have never owned professional cookware before. I am looking forward to collect more.

Our program up here in Canada ends in July.

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Disappointed
by: Kat

I earned the larger Dutch oven through Marsh. After a few uses, the pot warped on one side and the lid does not fit. It was never in the dishwasher and never over heated. Marsh did not provide any satisfaction. Any recourse suggestions?

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TEFLON!?!
by: Anonymous

I too have been saving points through ACME to get some of these pans. Yesterday however, I was curious enough to examine the display models.
Hidden in the small print on the packaging was the word 'TEFLON'!
The sticker booklet that ACME provides refers to the cook set as 'hard anodized'.
So which is it?
Often when I'm cooking something like fish or chicken on the stove top, I'll finish it off under the broiler to brown. I can do that with stainless steel or Calphalon, but I would never do that with Teflon.
BTW: For those worried about fat intake, when using stainless steel, preheat the pan a bit before adding cooking spray. The food will be less likely to stick.

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I hope they are not made in China!
by: Anonymous

Where are they made??

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Current Promotion
by: Anonymous

Acme supermarkets is currently running a points promotion for these pans (into April 2010).

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Make it Simple
by: Anonymous

The company refers to a coating applied, but does not specify type. Is the coating Teflon or any byproduct of? No issue Dupont, just prefer to have my kids without C5 in the blood if possible.

lavelle.art at gmail.com

"...is made of hard anodised aluminum...light ans stain resistant... In addition, a non-stick coating allows for healthier cooking, meaning less fat is needed"

What is the coating please?

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Great Pans
by: Anonymous

The pans are hard anodized non stick material... the handles are hollow and are oven safe!!! Albertsons has these on promotion right now for every $10 you spend you get a sticker... the cheapest pan is free with 40 stickers or half price $6.99 with 20... i am a big kitchen aid fan and love my pans... but these pans are something else... i am on my way to collecting the rest of the collection...

http://www.shopbloom.com/Downloads/Bloom_Cookware.pdf

oh i have cooked with these exact pans... a friend of mine who i cooked thanksgiving dinner with collected the entire set and i loved using them...

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handles
by: Anonymous

That is probably the reason for the handles being hollow...so they do not heat up fast and burn your hands.

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Thomas skillet
by: Maureen

Where can I purchase another one of these Thomas skillets? I am in Houston/Dallas area. Please advise asap! Thank you!

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love the product
by: Gyna

I absolutely love the cookware. A fellow board member heard me talking about them and is giving me 20 stamps. I've already 'cashed in' 100 and can't wait to see what all I can get by the end of this Albertson's promotion.

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Where you can get the Pots and Pans
by: Janova

I got mine by earning points at my local Food Lion Grocer. But you can actually purchase this brand at Macy's Department Store. I hope that helps.

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Amazing :)
by: Anonymous

LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!

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Where to buy TR Pro Cookware
by: Chef Russ

This wonderful cookware is available at Macy's.

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What are they made of?
by: HeyMon

I too would like to know what these pans are made of. I got mine for earning shopping points at Albertsons. I've had them for several years. I'm not sure I trust them anymore. I remember the days where there were warnings about teflon and silverstone pans. What makes these any different? Why doesn't the company tell you what they're made of? I think I'm switching back to cast iron. At least I know I'll be getting my vitamins out of it!

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aluminum
by: Barbara Reynolds

Does this cookware have any aluminum in it? Statement says it is better than "traditional aluminum" so I'm led to believe it is constructed of aluminum in part. Thx

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retail
by: Anonymous

can you buy these pans anywhere?

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Where can I find this cookware?
by: Anonymous

I recently rented a vacation home where they had Thomas pots and pans. I found them to be wonderful to cook on and in. The realtor does not know where they can be purchased. Can you tell me where you got yours?

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