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Monday, April 19, 2010

Xtrema Cookware!

Mother's Day Madness- Day 2!


I'm Anna-proofing my home.  You see, I'm unbelievably hard on things (and on people, according to my husband...).  I break things.  I don't try to, of course.  But it just happens.  And so in order to Anna-proof my home, I must buy only the most durable, longest-lasting, toughest items on the market.

Ladies and Gentlemen, meet Xtrema Cookware.
It is THE ONLY cookware I will buy from now on.
In fact, my husband is talking of getting me the full set for Mother's Day!  :)
(full set is pictured below)

You can purchase the full set HERE for just $399!

I was given the 10" skillet (retails for $99) to review.  I have to say, I was skeptical.  I am especially hard on dishes, cookware, coffee mugs, and (more recently, I have broken...) blenders.
This is the 10" skillet I was given to test...


First Impressions:
WOW.  It's beautiful!  There are no lines, no circles inside the pan, no metalic pieces... just gorgeous, polished black.  It is very heavy and sturdy feeling, and the handle is curved well to fit in your hand.

Initial Thoughts:
I was a little concerned that the handle would get very hot while cooking (since it is not rubber), and that the pan would scratch.  Read on to see why these were unfounded concerns!

The Test:
I decided to cook frozen chicken and spinich in a garlic butter sauce.
When I cook this in my Calphalon pans, it all sticks.  And is nearly impossible to get out.
Here is a photo of our dinner cooking... the pan heated up INSTANTLY!!!


Much to my surprise (and I actually have no idea why...), the liquid stayed in the pan.  This was the juiciest chicken I've ever cooked.  Normally when I make this dish, the chicken sticks, because it gets quickly dried out.

A little more of a test...
Since the chicken was super moist and didn't stick, I decided I'd leave the pan sitting, unwashed, overnight!  With not even a drop of water in the pan!  I know, it's a cardinal sin in the kitchen... but I really wanted to put this cookware to the test!!
What I woke up to the next morning (my unwashed pan after sitting overnight)...


The result of my experiment, after about 30 seconds of washing...
JUST LIKE NEW!!!


Here are some absolutely AMAZING facts about Xtrema Cookware:
Features and Benefits


  • Xtreme High Temperature: Cookware can withstand 2,700 F, Steel can melt at 2,200 F
  • Xtremely Easy to Clean: Non-Scratch, Non-Toxic Ceramic Glaze Surface
  • Xtremely Attractive: High Gloss Black Finish
  • Xtremely Versatile: Oven, Stovetop, Broiler, Freezer, Barbeque Grill, Microwave Oven, Dishwasher and Dining Room Table
  • Xtremely Healthy Cooking: No Trace Metals or Chemicals Leaching from the Cooking Surface
  • Xtremely Practical: Reduces Cooking Time and Uses Less Energy, Foods Stay Hotter Longer
  • Xtremely Tasty: Ceramic Far Infrared Cooking Enhances the Food Flavor and the Entire Cooking Experience
  • Xtremely Durable: Cooking Surface can not be Scratched, even by Metal Utensils and Industrial Steel Wool
  • Clean Xtrema cookware just like you would metal cookware. You can use Soft Scrub, Bon Ami, Comet and Ajax powered cleaners along with steel wool SOS and Brillo pads and heavy duty scrub sponges on the inside and outside of your Xtrema cookware. Do not worry; you cannot scratch the Xtrema cookware surface!
My Honest Opinion:
I am in AWE of Xtrema Cookware.  Before I tried it, I didn't now belive that non-stick, intensive heat resistant, non-scratch, healthy cookware existed!  I am very thankful I was allowed to test this product, because it is now my ONLY cookware of choice.  If you are in the market to buy new cookware, PLEASE do not purchase anything until you have tried Xtrema.  I guarantee that if you try it once, you WILL buy it!

Would you LOVE to win a new 10" Xtrema Cookware Skillet?  YES YOU WOULD!!!

To enter, please do any or all of the following items. The "Mandatory" item(s) must be completed before getting any additional credits from the "Optional for Extra Credit" section.

Mandatory:

• Visit the Xtrema Cookware site by clicking HERE, and leave a comment (BE SURE to include your email address in case you win!!  Sometimes, people never get their prize, because I can't find their email address!!) telling me what you love the most!

Optional for Extra Credit:

• Subscribe to this blog HERE, and comment that you do.
• Follow this blog HERE, and comment that you do.
• Post about this giveaway on your blog, and comment with a link to the post!
• Digg this post by clicking HERE!
• Become a fan of this blog on Facebook by clicking HERE, and comment that you do.
• Email this contest out to your friends, and copy me on it at vaagen@bellsouth.net  
• Follow me on Twitter HERE and ReTweet THIS.   Comment below that you did! You can retweet this contest every day for extra entries- simply leave a comment each time you tweet!
• Invite friends to follow Mingle Over Mocha on Facebook, and comment that you did!
• Follow Xtrema Cookware on Facebook HERE and Twitter HERE. Write on their Facebook fan page, "I am trying to win a 10" skillet on http://www.mingleovermocha.com/!" and leave a comment below that you did. 

The winner will be chosen by random drawing on http://www.random.org/integers/ on Saturday, May 8th at 6pm... Just in time for MOTHER'S DAY!! Good luck!

Thank you to Xtrema Cookware for donating the free 10" skillet for my review!! I was not compensated monetarily for this review, or for any reviews or giveaways on my blog site. All reviews are provided after I receive a free or donated product from the publisher, manufacturer, or PR company. Reviews are written from an unbiased point of view. Only business relationships exist with those who provide products for review. The Author of Mingle Over Mocha is not responsible for your difference in opinion or happiness with this product, or your safety when using this product.

167 comments:

Unknown said...

I like the 2.5 Qt Ceramic Sauce Pot W/Cover. amypugmire@live.com

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Jen Malcolm said...

I just become a fan (or now they call is Like) Xtrema Cookware.

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Jen Malcolm said...

I checked out their site and love that their products are healthy ... no trace materials is great since my company is all about ridding your body of toxins.

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Life's Journey said...

I retweeted :)
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I am a fan :)
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I am a fan of Xtrema cookware :)
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Life's Journey said...

I would love to win the skillet, it would be an awesome way to try the products, thanks for the chance.
Trish
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Bravo said...

OOOOOH! I want this! I need new cookware!

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Linda Kish said...

I like the steamer 6 pc set

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Josafiend said...

I love the 16 oz Xtrema Saucepan with cover; would really love to try these products someday.

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Rusthawk said...

I love the lasagna baker with the red lid. Beautiful cookware.

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Paige (The Last Doughnut) said...

What I like the most is the 10" open skillet! Every "non stick" skillet that I own, has become a "stick" skillet over time. I am need of a new skillet...my Sunday morning scrambled eggs are hurting right now! :)

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Vera said...

Thanks for this giveaway! I visited their website and since I'm a big tea drinker, I love their tea set and tea potles!

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patw said...

I too am terrible with cookware and would love to try this!

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amanda said...

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Julie said...

I love the 16 oz saucepot with cover!! planetthrive@gmail.com

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Rebecca Orr said...

I really like the Steamer 6 Piece Set. Thanks for the chance. bekki1820cb at gmail

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itsme said...

the lasagna pan is something i'd use a lot...any of the bakeware would be great...the pie pan, bread pan

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Unknown said...

I love the Wok 3 Pc. Set!
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Maureen said...

I like the fact that it can't be scratched.
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Anonymous said...

I love that the cookware has No Trace Metals or Chemicals Leaching from the Cooking Surface and the Teaware is gorgeous!

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Daer0n said...

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nicole flowers said...

I love the teaware, I am a tea fanatic.

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Misty said...

wow... i love that this cookware can withstand 2,700 F, Steel can melt at 2,200 F
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carisnell said...

Would love the 10 inch open skillet! Thanks for the chance!
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Unknown said...

I have been wanting a 10" skillet but I like the wok set as well.

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Oh, My Darling said...

I really like the 16 Oz. Saucepan w/ Cover. It looks so durable!

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VickieB said...
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VickieB said...

I'd like the
16 Oz. Saucepan w/ Cover
Product ID #99379


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Jen said...

I'd love to have any of the tea sets. I've been looking for a teapot.

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daunfamily said...

I love that it won't chip! I have to replace my pots and pans every few months!
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TechyDad said...

I like the Wok set. TechyDad@TechyDad.com

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I like the tea potle.

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Anne said...

I love the 3 piece wok set.

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cathy said...

I'm really enthralled with the 10" skillet!

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cathy said...

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cathy said...

Retweeted!

cathy said...

And now following XtremaCookware on Twitter.