The whole Caraway range came to life when founder and CEO Jordan Nathan personally experienced Teflon flu/toxicity or polymer fume fever. Other than the fact that it won’t sear a steak as good as a cast iron pan (which is the case for all non-stick cookware), I have zero complaints about the cooking performance. Unfortunately, ceramic-coated non-stick pans don’t last as long as traditional non-stick pans, and food sticking is expected after several months of use.

As a die-hard lover of cast iron and stainless steel, I felt a little wary of ceramic nonstick pans. When mistakenly overheated, pans made with these chemicals can also release toxic fumes that can potentially damage the lungs (3). As seen in the picture below, the cookware interior is a multi-layer, mineral-based ceramic coating with a naturally non-stick surface.

Endocrine disruptor effect of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) on porcine ovarian cell steroidogenesis. It’s got a modern design, thick and sturdy aluminum base, high heat tolerance, and heats quickly and evenly. The coating is also more environmentally friendly to create than traditional non-stick pans, using less CO2. The metallic core also helps to consistently distribute the heat so that your food can be cooked evenly, whether it’s in the center of the pan or not.

The Dutch Oven lid can also fit the frying pan, so all pots and pans have the option of lidded cooking. The pots and pans have a stainless-steel base and stainless-steel handles which make them more durable and easier to handle. It's good for people who don't have a lot of time to scrub pots and pans since the clean-up is so easy. GreenPan cookware has many different collections to choose from – each with different cookware pieces – whereas Caraway is focussed on their one signature set.That's because, due to the high water content, the temperature in the pan will never exceed 212 F as it can sometimes do with frying and sautéing. The Venice collection is a Thermolon ceramic cookware collection suitable for all stovetops, including induction. Read these pros and cons of ceramic cookware to learn more, and consider a PTFE-coated non-stick pan if you want one that remains non-stick for up to five years (my favorites are Made In and Misen). They provide a beautiful, sleek contrast with the pan’s color but are susceptible to fingerprints, so keep a buffing cloth nearby when having guests over.

In doing so they have become two of the best options for non-toxic pots and pans that are also non-stick, so either one would be a good option to try. I had the same old pots and pans for years, so I knew I needed to upgrade, especially now that we're all spending our time at home. As seen in the picture below, the handle is attached to the pan in a Y-shaped with two rivets to secure it. The brand lives up to this core message by using environment-friendly ceramic coating in their sets.Caraway pans are worth it if you prioritize quality design, non-stick and healthy cookware sets that live up to their promise. The sides of the pans are straight, which helps contain ingredients, but without flared rims, it’s harder to pour liquids or slide food from the pan to a plate. If you expose the coating to temperatures over 500°F for more than a minute or two, the material will release fumes that can give you temporary flu-like symptoms.

There were a few complaints about the pans losing their non-stick ability after a few months or developing stains, so it’s important to follow the cleaning guidelines for each set.When he’s not testing the latest cookware, kitchen knives, and appliances, he’s spending time with his family, cooking, and doing house projects. Box Clever put a discrete vent on the lids to allow steam to escape from the pans as the food cooks. Long story short, in 2006, the Environmental Protection Agency and the biggest manufacturers of non-stick coating worked together to eliminate the use of harmful chemicals in the material. I tried the Instagram-famous Always Pan and didn't really care for it, and I gave away my Green Pan.