On Tue, 11 Nov 2014 13:01:35 -0800, sf > wrote:

>On Tue, 11 Nov 2014 15:40:38 -0500, Gary > wrote:
>
>> sf wrote:
>> >
>> > Isn't it used for pans that normally can't be used on induction units?
>>
>> All this talk about glass top stoves and induction units, etc. IMO,
>> these are all pretty kitchen appliances for people that are not
>> serious about cooking every day. Gas is best for serious cooks,
>> electric is 2nd best but a far 2nd place.
>>
>> I use gas (as does most every restaurant in the world). Turn up the
>> heat, instant more heat. Turn it down or off and instant no more heat.
>> Doesn't matter what pans you use....they all work and none will break
>> the burner grill off.
>>
>> Again...glass top stoves are great for show kitchens, not for serious
>> cooks.
>>
>Gas is less expensive than electric and that's most assuredly the main
>reason why it's used in restaurant kitchens.

WRONG! Gas is used in restaurant kitchens because it's far more
versatile than electric... gas is instant on/instant off. There is no
one who cooks with electric at home who is any kind of cook[period]