Check out an All Clad Stainless Set
Is an all clad stainless set right for you? Maybe you don't need the full set. Maybe you do. You really have to think about all the things you like to cook. Are you constantly cooking meats? Are you constantly frying eggs? Are you constantly making fancy dishes? If you are in cooking is really one of your passions, then I highly recommend you invest in a 14 piece set. However, if you only like to cook when there are people visiting, then I recommend you get a smaller set like a traditional five piece set. This includes the Staples, like pots and pans, a fry pan, and possibly a steamer.
If you plan on cooking more, but he still may want to invest in a smaller set. They make 7, 10, and 12 piece sets as well. Some really neat things to try making or an omelette, a lasagna, a crepe, casserole of any kind, or pasta. When you start to enjoy making these, you know you'll be ready for a large set.
Now, if you're looking to get stainless steel material, you might want to think about other options. Did you know that titanium is actually a little bit lighter weight and it doesn't leave as many fingerprints. Sure, it has all the same features, such as being non-stick and having all the same core roasting options, but it's also a little bit more expensive. That's what all the pros like to use. That's what professional chefs use in their restaurants.
So who makes these stainless steel sets? Well, all that regular manufacturers do. You'll find them from Cuisinart, Mauviel, Farberware, Calphalon, Circulon, and Rachel Ray. Now, I could go on forever listing different brands you might find in a store, but the point is, you can find a quality product from just about any company no matter where you live. I would just advise you get the one that looked the best in your kitchen, and the one that you would like most having other people see when they are visiting you. Also, keep your budget in mind. Although it is true that you get what you pay for, and if you go for the cheapest option you'll end up having to replace them later on down the road, the fact is that large 14 piece sets can get very expensive.
So really think about what you want and watch how you spend your money. You would hate to buy butter warmer or some sort of fancy production tools only to find out that you don't ever plan on using them.