I picked up two pans
I picked up two pans from NZ Farmers, one wok and a 26-inch fry pan, for about $80 each. They were black, and honestly, I can't recall if they had any fancy names. Bought them in December 2023, and by March 2024, they were already useless. I was super careful – always cooled them before cleaning, never used metal utensils, and always had separators in the cupboard. Yet, the non-stick surface just didn't last.
The pans came with just a cardboard wrap and instructions printed inside, which was pretty minimal. They claimed to be dishwasher safe and okay with everyday dishwashing brushes, just not metal ones. But the customer support later told me the pans should only be used on low to medium heat, and not to use olive oil or butter, only vegetable or canola oil. Plus, cleaning should be done with a melamine sponge or cloth, which totally contradicted the packaging.
When I reached out to customer support, they acknowledged the lack of proper instructions. It seems now they’ve updated their packaging to include these care guidelines. Meanwhile, my $25 supermarket frying pan is still going strong after two years. Go figure.
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