There is nothing I am too particular about. Please do your research though. All pots and pans are not created equal. Also cooking on stainless steel is not as hard as you think and I believe the viking pans, specifically, heat up very fast. Want ...
I bought this pan and absolutely love it. Yes it's heavy, so if you have some different abilities, this might not be the right pan for you.
Viking Contemporary 3-Ply Stainless Steel 12-Inch Fry Pan
When you know how to use stainless steel properly, everything else is a breeze.
Viking Contemporary 3-Ply Stainless Steel 8-Inch Fry Pan
I love how light this pan is. It's also nice to have an all stainless steel lid. Yes it does get a bit warm but it's amazing.
Sauce Pans & Sauciers | All-Clad
This little luxury is great for steaming, or just making a large pot of soup. The handles get hot so please operate with mitts, bar towels, or anything to hold.
Viking 3-Ply Stainless Steel 8 Qt Multipot 4-Piece Set with Metal Lid
It's good to have great mixing bowls in the kitchen and these are just the trick. The lids are handy as well.
Heritage Steel | Stainless Clad Cookware Made in USA
Consumer reports rated their saute pan one of their top favorites
Stainless Steel Pro Cookware - OXO
Maintain your stainless steel with extra love
Bar Keepers Friend ® | Exceptional Cleaning Products Since 1882
I find these to be abrasive enough most of the time.
Scrub Daddy
For the extra tough burnt on grease/oil spots
Steel Wool Scrubber
A good set of high heat silicone tools to use in your stainless steel pans.
The Best Silicone Kitchen Cooking Utensils And Sets | GIR.co
I actually feel like I got some good deals on my stainless steel pans at tj maxx. All clad and viking. I love the all clad because of the metal lids. Better than glass in my opinion.