Jonell Galloway
Perfect non-stick frying pans and cookware with a lifetime guarantee
Swiss Diamond cookware, the best non-stick pans in the world
Updated 19 June The perfect frying pan was invented in Switzerland and is even made in Switzerland. The company Swiss Diamond International in Sierre makes it, and it really does contain diamond chips.
There are many reasons for investing in Swiss Diamond cookware. It is non-stick, but does not contain PFOA, which has been under scrutiny by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) since 2006 for its impact on health.
Since Swiss Diamond is made of cast aluminum, it heats to a higher temperature than ordinary aluminum pans, and therefore uniformly distributes the heat. This allows better searing of steaks and fish, which helps maintain their natural juices. As a result, they are tastier.
For example, if you like your steak rare, lightly brush frying pan with oil. Heat the pan until the oil starts smoking, and cook a thick steak for about two minutes on each side for a rare steak.
Swiss Diamond pans are actually a long-term investment, because they last forever, like an old-fashioned cast iron pan, and don’t warp. They are covered by a lifetime warranty. The diamond surface does not peel, crack or blister. It is even harder than titanium.
I would recommend using a rubber spatula however, just as a protective measure. It is made to be dishwasher-safe, but I find it better to wash them by hand. After all, you want to take care of something you intend to keep for the rest of your life.
Swiss Diamond pans can be used on all types of stovetops, although there is a special line for induction stoves.
The company also makes woks, grills, roasting pans, stew and stock pots, saucepans, casserole dishes, and griddles, all with the same diamond crystal surfaces.
Ed. note: the opinions expressed on GenevaLunch blogs and the comments that follow them are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of GenevaLunch.
GenevaLunch, 12 June 2009.
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June 16th, 2009 at 20:49
Hi Jonell — I applaud the idea of creating a safer home, and because there’s so much misinformation out there about Teflon, I’m not surprised that you are concerned. I’m a representative of DuPont though, and hope you’ll let me share some information with you and your readers, so that everyone can make truly informed decisions. Regulatory agencies, consumer groups and health associations all have taken a close look at Teflon. This article highlights what they found — the bottom line is that you can use Teflon without worry.
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/home-garden/kitchen/cookware-bakeware-cutlery/nonstick-pans-6-07/overview/0607_pans_ov_1.htm
I’d truly be glad to share additional information about it if you are interested, and appreciate your consideration of this comment. Cheers, Ross.
June 18th, 2009 at 19:55
Hello Ross,
Thank you for your input.
I am not a scientist, but I did thoroughly research the literature on
Teflon, and the fact that it has been under the severe scrutiny of the EPA
since 2006 leads me to believe that there may be a basis for questioning its
safety. The EPA is not just your neighborhood environmentalist group.
For a cook, health factors are just one of the many criteria in choosing a
non-stick frying pan.
Teflon is fragile and scratches easily. The coating wears off and pans have
to be replaced frequently, which may be good for Dupont’s profits, but is
costly to the consumer. Swiss Diamond surfaces are not so fragile and
therefore work out cheaper in the end, and waste far fewer raw materials.
In addition, I am not aware of any that are in the same heavy cast aluminum
as are the Swiss Diamond ones. This factor means that they seize meat and
fish better, and seal in the juices. For a good cook, this is an essential
factor.
The Rambling Epicure
December 20th, 2009 at 16:05
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January 20th, 2010 at 18:17
I am new to the Geneva area and am wondering where I can buy a Swiss Diamond pan and good quality kitchenware in general. Thanks for any info you can provide!
January 21st, 2010 at 20:26
If you go to the Swiss Diamond site and click on Contacts, you can enter your name and address and they will tell you the location closest to you.
January 22nd, 2010 at 20:26
As for other cookware, Manor and Globus both carry some high-quality lines.
I would suggest buying a large Romertopf if you have a family, along with a set of Durotherm double-walled pans, made by Kuhn Rikon, which will allow you to steam food without using fat. They often have them on sale at Manor.
You can cook whole meals in both the Romertopf and the Durotherms.
Another thing to take into consideration is the kind of cooker you have. If it’s the convection type, not all pans are suitable. If you have the good fortune to have gas, I would suggest buying copper pans, which are by far the best heat conductors.
Swiss Diamond makes a whole range of high-quality cookware, and they have a whole line of pans for convection stovetops.
May 13th, 2010 at 12:20
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