The beautiful, round French oven is perhaps the most well-known of all Le Creuset cookware. Each is individually sand-cast of rugged cast iron, then clad in two coats of hard, colorful enamel. The result? Cookware so durable it's covered by a lifetime warranty, and so attractive you'll proudly bring it to the table.

Frying, browning, sauteing? If you tend to use your fry pan a lot, as most people do, doesn't it make sense to purchase one that will give you years of excellent service? All-Clad's three-ply stainless steel construction with a non-stick interior will allow you to cook with minimal fat and even heat distribution.

Calphalon Nonstick line that features Calphalon's signature hard-anodized aluminum construction for excellent conductivity and even heating along the bottom and sides of the pan. 

The gently sloping sides of the saucier concentrate liquids and make stirring and whisking easier when cooking sauces, soups, or continuous-stir dishes like custard or risotto.

This handy set includes two steamer baskets. Use the larger one for clams, lobsters, pasta, and corn on the cob. The smaller one would be handy for shrimp and vegetables.