I thought cooking better food was all about having the right recipes and best technique. But then I realised my cookware was holding me back. 

Cooking on old, sticky-surfaced pans that heated unevenly meant I could never get my meals to turn out the way I wanted them to. I knew it was time to invest in something better for my cooking, and better for me. 

That’s why I finally decided to upgrade my cookware to GreenPan’s Valencia Pro collection. 

High-level, low stress cooking

What led me to GreenPan’s Valencia Pro pans? I wanted a beautifully solid, all-rounder cookware set that could take everything I threw at it. Safe, reliable, and easy to use day after day, while ready to handle some advanced techniques and recipes. 

I ordered the Valencia Pro stainless steel uncoated 10-piece cookware set (it also comes in ceramic nonstick versions in gray, cream, twilight, and sage) and was so excited to start using it. It looked great in my kitchen.

I decided on the full 10-piece set to kit out my kitchen for every possible type of cooking. If I was going to get chef-level confident, I needed the right equipment. GreenPan’s 10-piece Valencia Pro set covered every base, from multiple sizes of frypan to a big stockpot for serious cooking. It was an investment, but a worthwhile one. The durability of these pans means I’ll be enjoying them for many years to come. 

I chose the uncoated cookware set because it promised to bring professional-level performance and durability to my kitchen. I wanted to cook like a real professional, just like they do in restaurant kitchens. These pans were my ticket to being an at-home chef. 

The first thing I noticed was how well these pans handle higher heat. This cookware is built with two layers of extra-tough stainless steel that conducts heat fast and precisely, which makes it more responsive to all kinds of cooking. 

I seared a steak and basted it with garlic butter, and it came out perfect. I fried up some crispy broccoli with fresh chili and lemon, and it browned up just right without sticking any. Cooking feels more controlled, which has made me more willing to try techniques I used to avoid. Using high heat no longer feels risky, but exciting.

Ceramic nonstick for healthier food

Valencia Pro is made with uncoated stainless steel that’s free from PFAS, PFOA, lead, and cadmium. That means no forever chemicals, which can stay perpetually in your body and environment and potentially cause health problems like cancer and fertility issues. 

As I get older and start to care more about my health, knowing these pans are safe to use matters hugely. The high-tech stainless steel surface helps me cook healthier, too. It releases food so easily, I use less oil so my meals are healthier and I can meet my macros and wellness goals faster. From eggs to fish, foods cook evenly and lift cleanly. My weight’s never been healthier!

Cook faster and smarter

Image: Valencia pro stainless steel pan in use, being cooked on

I was surprised by how fast the Valencia Pro pans heated, and the way they cook my food evenly every time lowkey blows my mind. No more shuffling food around to make sure it doesn’t burn on one side - Valencia Pro takes care of that for me. 

And because these uncoated stainless steel pans are extra-strong and resistant to scratches, I can use pretty much any utensils on them without worrying about damage. I’ve been using a metal spatula, and haven’t noticed any scratches at all. You can’t say that about conventional nonstick coatings!

Day to day in the kitchen, this means you can cook at speed without worrying about having to baby your pans. When I get into the flow of cooking, I feel like a real chef flipping meat and sprinkling seasonings. 

I love that I can move the pans from stovetop to oven and back again, since the whole collection is oven-safe up to 600˚F (lids up to 425˚F). It means I have to do fewer dishes at the end of the night and can cook more intuitively. The cookware adapts to me and my food, rather than the other way around. 

Valencia Pro gives me confidence in the kitchen

The more I cook with Valencia Pro, the more confident I feel. The pans are just so solid and dependable, I know they’ll always live up to my expectations. The stay-flat bases keep oil where I want it, and the mirror-polish stainless steel handles feel secure when things heat up. 

That confidence has changed my whole approach to cooking. I trust my instincts and experiment more. Investing in Valencia Pro means I spend less on takeout because cooking feels easier and more enjoyable. 

An investment for all year round

For me, spending money on a great all-rounder reliable GreenPan cookware set removes friction from my life. Cooking’s become something I want to do, not something I rush through.

Buying Valencia Pro feels like an investment in my future self. Someone who cooks more, eats better, and feels good about the tools they get to use every day. If you’re ready to cook easier, faster, and with more confidence, Valencia Pro makes it feel simple.