Berndes

Revered for its reliability, the Berndes brand of cookware is named for company founder Heinrich Berndes, who introduced a new standard to German cooks in 1921. A reputation for even heat distribution and nonstickiness ensures that Berndes cookware--with a line of 18/10 stainless-steel products, an aluminum line, and two lines with vacuum-pressure cast-aluminum construction (Tradition and SignoCast Classic)--remains a formidable presence. Berndes offers a lifetime guarantee against chipping, cracking, blistering, bubbling, and peeling, and all its products come with break-resistant, ovenproof glass lids that allow a cook to monitor a dish without interrupting the circulation of heat. These handsome and versatile German-made pieces translate generously from the kitchen to the dining room.