642693 Thu Aug 06 20:31:41 -0700 2009 7 41 Cookware 0 4924792 Most likely I am suffering buyers remorse since it is only days away from the new range/stove being delivered. Before the purchase, I searched cookware posts and was not discouraged from buying the La Cornue Fe from Williams-Sonoma. I have wanted this stove for over 20 years and now find myself wondering if my husband is right-too expensive and not dependable. I admit I like the looks of the stove a lot. But, will I be disappointed as to the performance of this beauty. I hope not. Any thoughts or encouraging words would be much appreciated. Thu Aug 06 20:31:41 -0700 2009 44946 foodseek 1 4927746 I asked about this stove a couple of years ago, and found exactly one person on CH who had used one while living in South America. Unfortunately, it is not popular here, probably due to price and limited distribution. They are truly beautiful, and my only concern would be to try to make sure that you have a service company that can actually help you when the time comes. Good luck, enjoy it and don't worry. It is only a stove. (I know blasphemy). Let us know if you enjoy it as much as I think you will. Fri Aug 07 20:34:59 -0700 2009 4924792 87837 RGC1982 2 4928388 Thank you for your reply. So far the customer representatives of both Williams-Sonoma and La Cornue have contacted me as to delivery dates etc. and have been very helpful. The stove is part of a kitchen remodel we are doing in our 1930's home. I enjoy cooking and do entertain a lot so the stove will hopefully meet the challenge. I had to laugh when you said, "It is only a stove" - sometimes in the midst of a kitchen redo we need to have someone snap us back to reality. I will post my impressions of stove once I start cooking and getting used to it. Thanks again. Sat Aug 08 08:07:52 -0700 2009 4927746 44946 foodseek 2 5095728 Have been using the La Cornue Fe for two weeks and I am happy with the purchase. First impressions are the controls for burners are easy to figure out and use. It heats evenly and I have enjoyed using the center wok/grill area with an All-clad grill for burgers,pancakes,and French toast. The oven controls are somewhat hard to read because the dial lists the temps at 50 degrees intrevals so you have to put on your glasses to figure out the temps/lines in between. Cooks very well though on gas/electric/convection. Yes, I have been doing a lot of roasting,baking, and grilling thanks to testing out this stove. My major complaint is that I do miss the preheat buzzer letting me know the temperature has been reached. Not a big drawback but I have come to rely on that feature in other stoves. On the plus side it is a lot easier to clean off spills than other gas ranges I have had and it is beautiful. I will send off pictures of remodeled kitchen as soon as all work is done. Sun Oct 11 16:34:54 -0700 2009 4927746 44946 foodseek 3 5101251 Just saw this post -- Good for you. They are beautiful. Post pictures next time. You need to learn how long it takes to reach 350 or 400, and then learn to check you clock or use your timer. Not a big deal, really. Unless you are making a souffle. Tue Oct 13 19:14:03 -0700 2009 5095728 87837 RGC1982 1 4930186 There are many on the Garden web that are thrilled with them. I hope it works put and you return with some photos for us once installed. :) Sun Aug 09 05:49:53 -0700 2009 4924792 253154 Fritter 1 5155284 I'm all for stuff like this, even though I could never afford or justify one. There are fewer and fewer handmade objects in our lives; once these workers' skillsets are gone and forgotten, that's it, everything will be mass-produced. Like losing the last redwood or duckbilled platypus or whatever. IMO. Wed Nov 04 09:59:40 -0800 2009 4924792 1120489 VaFrank 2 5158839 Well said. "A thing of beauty is a joy forever." (Keats) Equally true of manmade objects as of things found in nature. I'm glad to know that foodseek's (understandable) case of nerves over such a major purchase seems to be behind her and she is enjoying the La Cornue. They are handsome. Thu Nov 05 12:45:01 -0800 2009 5155284 1104013 Normandie