Global GTF-4001 4-Piece Steak Knife Set

Global GTF-4001 4-Piece Steak Knife Set Review

Global GTF-4001 4-Piece Steak Knife Set Feature

• Four 3-1/2-inch, finely serrated knives for slicing steaks, chops, roasts
• Blades made of high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel
• Edges retain razor sharpness exceptionally well
• Stainless-steel handles molded for comfort, dimpled for safe grip
• Lifetime warranty against defects and breakage

High tech from tip to handle, Global knives from Japan created a sensation when they burst onto the world's culinary stage as an alternative to traditional European-style cutlery. Blades are made of hard molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel and "face-ground" with a long taper rather than a short bevel so edges remain sharp longer than even the best high-carbon stainless-steel knives. Edges also are ground at a more acute angle than traditional European-style knives and arrive from the factory razor-sharp. Thinner blades result in lighter knives. (Global also makes a "heavyweight" line for cooks who prefer hefty knives.) Though most Global knives have hollow handles, the handles on the four steak knives in this set are solid. Their 3-1/2-inch blades are finely serrated on one side. They also are among the few Global knives with bolsters.

Stainless-steel handles are Global's most striking feature. They're molded to fit the hand and dimpled to resist slipping. Smaller around than many European-style handles, they're easy for small-handed cooks to grasp and seamless for sanitation. Global recommends using a ceramic sharpener or a diamond steel instead of a metal sharpening steel for its knives, supplemented by a synthetic whetstone, a ceramic whetstone, or a Shinkansen Sharpener. Global also makes a Sharpening Guide Rail so blades can be honed on a whetstone at the proper angle. Global knives should be hand washed to protect edges. They carry a lifetime warranty against defects and breakage. --Fred Brack This Global knife set includes the following items: Four 4.5 inch forged steak knives (GTF-001), Made in Niigata, Japan. Lifetime guarantee from Global with normal use and proper care.

Ginkgo Ginkgo Leaf 4-Piece Hostess Set

Ginkgo Ginkgo Leaf 4-Piece Hostess Set Review

Ginkgo Ginkgo Leaf 4-Piece Hostess Set Feature

• Includes a serve spoon, slotted spoon, cold meat fork and sauce ladle
• Premium design for excellent value
• Made from 18/10 stainless steel
• Dishwasher Safe
• Made in Korea

Ginkgo's signature pattern, Ginkgo Leaf, is designed by Siro Toffolon and is elegant in design and feel. The 4-piece hostess set includes a serving spoon, pierced spoon, cold meat fork and sauce ladle. This collection is made from 18-10 stainless steel. Dishwasher safe. Made for your life.

Emile Henry 4-Piece Dinnerware Set, Azur

Emile Henry 4-Piece Dinnerware Set, Azur Review

Emile Henry 4-Piece Dinnerware Set, Azur Feature

• Set includes:One 11-inch Dinner plate, one 9-inch Soup/Pasta plate, one 8-inch Salad plate, one 14oz mug
• Emile Henry's Ceradon is an exclusive process to produce strong and durable ceramic bakeware and tableware for everyday use: Unsurpassed for conducting, retaining heat
• Smooth translucent glaze resists scratches and chips: you can cut directly on the dish without scratching
• Freezer, oven, broiler, microwave and dishwasher safe
• 3 Year warranty, made in France

Marcigny, a small town nestled between the hills of Southern Burgundy, has been home to Emile Henry for the past 150 years. Faithful to its origins, the entire production is carried out here. Thanks to its clay, rich in refractory properties, Burgundy has remained a fertile area for potters, passing on their savoir-faire from generation to generation. Clay, a natural and noble material, has been used since the mists of the time to cook or preserve food. While respecting the traditional techniques, Emile Henry has introduced technological improvements (Ceradon ) so that the dishes are more resistant to mechanical and thermal shock. Strong and durable, all Emile Henry pieces can be taken directly from the freezer to a hot oven, can go under a broiler and are microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe. The natural clay is unsurpassed for conducting and retaining heat. All pieces are perfect for everyday use and carry a 3 year warranty against defects.

Fagor 4-Piece 8-Quart Multipot

Fagor 4-Piece 8-Quart Multipot Review

Fagor 4-Piece 8-Quart Multipot Feature

• 8-quart multi-purpose stock pot includes pasta insert and steamer basket
• 18/10 brushed stainless-steel construction with encapsulated aluminum base
• Riveted loop-style stainless-steel handles on pot and pasta insert
• Tempered glass lid features steam vent; swinging handle on steamer basket
• Dishwasher-safe; use on any stovetop burner; 1-year limited warranty

Save precious storage space in your kitchen with this multi-purpose pot from Fagor. Constructed of durable 18/10 stainless steel and brushed to a contemporary finish, the eight-quart pot is the perfect size for large batches of soup, stew, and chili, not to mention stovetop popcorn. With the pasta insert in place, you can lift and drain your cooked pasta with ease, doing away with a colander. Place the steamer basket with its swing handle in the top of the pot for healthy cooking of broccoli, asparagus, and other vegetables. The tempered glass lid vents steam as it lets you monitor what's cooking. Safe to use on any type of burner, including induction, the multipot is dishwasher-safe and carries a limited one-year warranty. A recipe book is also included.

Founded in Spain, Fagor manufactures home appliances and cookware with a "green" focus on environmentally-sound working conditions for employees and energy efficiency for consumers. In Europe, Fagor holds environmental stewardship awards, and in the U.S. is a participant in the Energy Star program, a government-backed program to help protect the environment. One of the company's most popular products is the pressure cooker, which is gaining momentum as a healthy, time-saving, and energy-saving method of cooking for today's lifestyles. --Ann Bieri

What's in the Box:
8-quart multipot. The pot set consists of: 8-quart stock pot; tempered glass lid; pasta insert; steamer basket insert. 4 pieces total. Not only can you use this pot for conveniently cooking and draining pasta of all shapes and sizes, you can also use it to cook asparagus, corn on the cob, crustaceans of various species, veggies and so on. The aluminum within the base makes heating fast and even, while the glass lid allows you to monitor the cooking process without disrupting it. And when the meal is over, all the pieces go into the dishwasher for trouble-free clean up.

Anolon Advanced Santoprene Cutlery 4-Piece Steak Knife Set, Black

Anolon Advanced Santoprene Cutlery 4-Piece Steak Knife Set, Black Review

Anolon Advanced Santoprene Cutlery 4-Piece Steak Knife Set, Black Feature

• Unique anolon suregrip santoprene handles are innovative, durable and an ergonomic design that provides a soft, sure, confident grip
• Exceptional durability with full tang construction and quality german steel blade for balance, strength and comfort that ensures precision and control
• The ice-hardened steel is superior since the harder steel makes a stronger blade that will hold its sharp edge longer
• Glass finished edge provides a smooth edge with no burst; The acute edge is perfectly angled for a cleaner, sharper cut
• Lifetime Limited Warranty

The fantastic food, wonderful wine and charming host will be remembered at your next dinner party, and the talk around town will be the melt in your mouth steaks that were so easy to cut. Only you and I will know that it was the steak knives that made dinner so effortless to enjoy.