Aldi - 6pc Cast Iron Cook Set in Timber Box

[deepop]

I've had a pretty good run with Aldi stuff.

Can someone explain to me what the difference would be between a 'quality' cast iron set and a 'cheap' set?

Not being facetious, just don't know what to look for.

[GUEY]

I've had a pretty good run with Aldi stuff.

Can someone explain to me what the difference would be between a 'quality' cast iron set and a 'cheap' set?

Not being facetious, just don't know what to look for.

IMO not much at all. Just check that the lid sits on nicely and doesn't rock. This will let heat out if it does.
I have 2 ovens. A cheepy from Kmart and 1 my oldies bought me as a birthday pressy.(good quality)
Both do awesome roasts with no special treatment before or after.

[jimc1]

I had a look at these yesterday. They look to be great value for money. The wooden box is great for storage, but I think you would need to create some method of wedging to stop the bits and bobs smashing against each other when in the box.

The lids fits perfectly..no casting dags etc to let heat escape.

In short..looks the goods...oh and while I was there..I spied portable dvd unit for $49 complete with USB/SD card input and 12v cig plug for car use. My problem is..do I buy 3 or tell the kids to look out the windows.

[Mace]

but I think you would need to create some method of wedging to stop the bits and bobs smashing against each other when in the box.

I have folded up an old beach towel between the peices - concertina like. Not a rattle 

[D4D]

Thanks for the idea Mace, I am going to pinch it

[BernieS]

I picked up some of those "Australia Day" neoprene  bottle carriers today too at Aldi... sorry I know at bit off track. Thought they were a good price compared to some of the speciality wine / bottle carriers I've come across at various 4WD stores. Hopefully good protection for wine and even cooking sauces in the tucker box.

[D4D]

Cast iron set on sale at Aldi again, 8 pieces this year...

https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/wednesday-01-january-2014/wednesday-detail-wk01/ps/p/cast-iron-set-8pc/

[Robbo]

Have to admit to being a bit of an Aldi's fan also. Just the centre isles though as i don't usually bother with their groceries.
Most times the centre isles are like an aladins cave full of gadgets and knick knacks that i don't need but i get them anyway.
Have never had a problem with quality or warranties. My only complaint would be waiting in line to get out through the checkouts when the two or three trollys in front of you have fifty million grocery items in them.   

[gv 2003]

Was just reading that.. looking at that tent..  comfy enough for 2, light enough to chuck in the Ute for over nighters. My old Supercheap one is looking very sad these days... but even though it was $69 back then (way way back) it has done a few miles. so time to invest in another quality item.  


BHG

just do not use is a blizzard

[Smeg]

Hi all, sorry for bumping this old thread but I just bought an 8 pce set from Aldi for $99.

Good deal so far but I am concerned with the curing process. The product info stated it has already been cured and need to be heated with hot water, wiped out and thats it. What I found was a lot of particulate matter in the water, then after rinsing and application of vege oil, I noticed a lot of blueish grey colouring on the paper towel as if the surface finish was coming off on the paper towel.

Concerned this can potentially contaminate the food, what advice do you have? Is there a better curing process? Did anyone have a similar experience???

Thanks in advance

Smeg

[Mace]

Although its stated thats its allready cured until you get a decent coating of oils/fats on the surface you will continue to get a little iron partculate residue come off.

give it another good  heat up yourself and whack some good oil into it.  Then let it cool, wipe it out and then cook something in it straight away!!

The little bit of residue wont hurt or contaminate anything.

[xcvator]

The little bit of residue wont hurt or contaminate anything.

Not with you Al anyway, you've got a cast iron gut 

[Mace]

Not with you Al anyway, you've got a cast iron gut 

Its well seasoned anyway!   

[DrewXT]

hmmm... I'm off to Aldi's on the way home   is the quality of the cooking gear good?

[Mace]

hmmm... I'm off to Aldi's on the way home   is the quality of the cooking gear good?

Havnt heard any negative feedback yet?  If you arnt professional campers who want to use a camp oven 50 times a year for 20 years they will be fine. A few here have their sets, us included. Just dont use it enough 

[DrewXT]

Havnt heard any negative feedback yet?  If you arnt professional campers who want to use a camp oven 50 times a year for 20 years they will be fine. A few here have their sets, us included. Just dont use it enough 

I know the feeling about not going camping enough only too well...

[Bird]

I know the feeling about not going camping enough only too well...

a growing trend

[DrewXT]

a growing trend

Our current excuse is my wife's work, but I'm sure she'll find another one once the event she's working on is over

[Bird]

Our current excuse is my wife's work, but I'm sure she'll find another one once the event she's working on is over

Kids sport..

[markman]

Bought the 8 piece pack last night, pulled it all out to check the fit of lids, or parts not cast properly but found that it was all good.

Each piece has its own bag to protect it, ill use a towel to pack the gaps and provide some padding in the crate though.

There is bits of "wax" here and there but ill give it a clean on the weekend heat them up and see how they go. I could not see anything to distinguish it from the more expensive gear I was looking at

[D4D]

Each piece has its own bag to protect it

That's an upgrade from the set I purchased a few years ago.

[Footy Shorts Shane]

Kids sport..

And when that stops, part time jobs start.

[Patr80l]

guess who spelt it wrong... "occasional"     

BHG

The occasional spelling mistake is OK, just as long as no words are left incomplet.