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Showing posts with label chef. Show all posts

Monday, November 8, 2010

Xtrema 5 Piece Cookware Set

Weekly Xtrema Promotion

-- Save 15% on The Xtrema 5 Piece Basic Set --

To jump start the 2010 Holiday Season, we are going to run a weekly product promotion all the way through January 1, 2011. You will be able to SAVE 15% on a different product or set each week. The feature product for the week of November 8 - November 14 is the Xtrema 5 Piece Basic Set. The Promo Code to enter will be (xweek15) which will allow you to save 15% on that specific product. This promo will only be good for the week so don't hesitate to purchase if the Xtrema 5 Piece Basic Set sparks your cooking interest!!

The Xtrema 5 Piece Basic Set includes; 8" Skillet, 2.5 Qt Saucepot with Cover and 2.5Qt Silicone Steamer Basket with Cover.


Product Code: 99536
Our Price: $179.99
Sale Price: $152.99
Coupon Code: xweek15

You can learn more about the Xtrema 5 Piece Starter Set and other Xtrema Products on the online shopping cart at http://store.ceramcor.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=99536

What makes Xtrema different from metal cookware??

The healthiest non-scratch cookware, ever!

Xtrema cookware is made of inorganic non reactive natural minerals that make the product environmentally friendly. This cookware clearly addresses today’s growing desire for a healthier cooking alternative to metal cookware and their coatings, which can eventually deteriorate and peel or flake off into foods. Xtrema also provides greater functionality in terms of usage with multiple cooking appliances. Xtrema can be used safely and effectively in the oven, microwave, toaster oven, broiler, stored in the freezer or refrigerator or used to serve food right on the table. More versatility means fewer pans to use and clean.

Remember to use the Promo Code (xweek15) to save 15% on the 5 Piece Basic Set!!


Happy Healthy Cooking,

The Xtrema Cook

Monday, October 18, 2010

Weekly Xtrema Product Promotion

Introducing the Xtrema Weekly Product Promotion Series


10" Braiser Skillet

To jump start the 2010 Holiday Season, we are going to run a weekly product promotion all the way through January 1, 2011. You will be able to SAVE 15% on a different product or set each week. The Promo Code to enter will be (xweek15)which will allow you to save 15% on that specific product. The promo will only be good for the week so don't hesitate to purchase if you see something that sparks your cooking interest!!

Xtrema Feature Product for Week of Oct 17 - 24th

The Xtrema 10" Covered Braiser -


Product Code: 99440
Original Price: $119.99
Your Price: $ 101.99
Savings: $18.00

-- Enter Coupon Code (xweek15) to save 15% on the Xtrema Braiser!! --



You can learn more about the 10" Braiser and other Xtrema Products on the online shopping cart at http://store.ceramcor.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=99440

Happy Healthy Cooking,

The Xtrema Cook

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Gearing up for the 2010 Xtrema Holiday Season


Xtrema is Stocked and Ready to Rock-


Wow, can you believe it is already fall and soon enough we will be right in the middle of the busy holiday season!! Are you ready for an exciting close to the 2010 year because Xtrema is!! We are gearing up for a busy winter season and anticipating a fantastic 2011.

The Xtrema Brand is growing and people can’t stop ranting and raving about their Xtrema Cooking Experiences.
--“The food taste so much better cooking with the Xtrema Ceramic Skillet.”
--“Cooking with Xtrema is truly an experience!!!”

Xtrema Cookware has almost reached the 2,000 Followers mark on Twitter which is incredible considering we were in the hundreds this time last year. To become a loyal follower of Xtrema Cookware on Twitter, please click on this link -- http://twitter.com/XtremaCookware

The Xtrema Facebook Page just went over 1,000 healthy cookware fans and the interaction and feedback on Facebook has been unbelievable. You can learn more about Xtrema and join in on the healthy cooking conversation by becoming an Xtrema Cookware Fan at this link-- http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Toms-River-NJ/Xtrema-Healthy-Cookware/120494238929

The start of 2010 has been Xtrema exciting and we want to close out the year by delivering the most innovative ceramic cookware to our customers looking for that healthy cooking experience. Next month we will be introducing a new cookware line, “Flair” which will add style and class to anyone’s kitchen. We have also fully stocked up the warehouse with product and have brought in a few new items and sets to offer through the holiday season.
New Xtrema Products:

 21 Piece Set
 6.5” Skillet
 3 Piece Set
 5 Piece Set Asiana Tea Pot
 Pie Plate
 Square Cake Dish
 Loaf Pan
 4 Qt. Oblong Baking Dish

New Xtrema 21 Piece Set


You can check these new items out on the Xtrema Website at http://store.ceramcor.com/
We have the warehouse ready to rock, the phones are open, the online live chat is up and we are ready to hear from you!! Have a great fall and are you ready for an XTREMA HOLIDAY SEASON???

Happy Healthy Cooking,

The Xtrema Cook

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

May Xtrema Wok Recipe Sweepstakes


Sizzle into May with the Xtrema Healthy Wok
Recipe Giveaway Sweepstakes

Introducing the New Xtrema Ceramic Wok

Our ceramic high-temperature wok is non-scratch and easy to clean. No other wok can match the versatility, durability, and 50-year performance guarantee that come’ with each and every Xtrema product. Use our ceramic wok everywhere in your kitchen; stovetop, oven, microwave, under broiler and even on your barbecue grill. Cooking with the Xtrema Wok has several unique advantages. The flat bottom and round shape heats food quickly and evenly, uses less oil when deep-frying, and provides an extra large cooking surface. Besides stir-frying, our ceramic wok is excellent for steaming, deep-frying, braising, stewing, smoking, or making soup. Our unique ceramic cooking surface resists bacteria and won’t stain or carry over tastes and odors from previous meals.

Xtrema Recipe Contest:

Put your creative cooking intellect and experience to the test for a chance to win the Xtrema 3 Piece Wok set which includes; 11'' Wok, black cotton/silicone pot holder & one nylon wok turner.

The Xtrema Wok is by far the most versatile and innovative wok of its kind on the market today and we want you to put it to the test. Simply post your creative and tasty wok recipes to the Xtrema Facebook Fan Page under the Discussion Tab (May Wok Contest) for the opportunity to win the 3 Piece Wok Set valued at $139.99! It can be an exciting new stir fry recipe, a tasty new soup or even a recipe that requires deep-frying, braising or steaming because the Xtrema Wok can do it all.

The recipes will be put to the taste test by the Ceramcor owners, Bob and Rich Bergstrom. We are looking for the best and most original recipe based upon taste and creativity. The winner will be picked at the end of May and the results will be posted to the Xtrema Blog, Facebook Page, and Twitter Page. If you have any questions on the contest then please contact Patrick at Patrick@ceramcor.com

Xtrema stands behind its healthy and versatile cookware! Go green, Go Healthy, Go Tasty, Go Xtrema!!!

Happy Cooking,

The Xtrema Cook

Start Date: May 1, 2010

Recipe Deadline: Friday May 28, 2010

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Xtrema Review Sweepstakes Winner

16 Piece Set Giveaway Winner for February 2010:

Owner Rich Bergstrom of Ceramcor Xtrema Cookware announces the first 16 Piece Set Review Sweepstakes winner today. After receiving many excellent reviews and photos, it has been determined that the winner is Georgia Mindrup who posted her Xtrema Wok Review on 2/27/2010.

Thank you Georgia and to everyone who posted wonderful Xtrema Reviews. Please continue to follow the Xtrema Blog, Twitter and Facebook pages for details on the next Xtrema Giveaway Contest.

Here is the review Georgia posted:

Xtrema Ceramcor Wok Review
February 27, 2010

I love trying to live a healthy lifestyle & so I’m very conscientious of what I put in my body & how I treat it. I love to cook & experiment with new techniques & I love sharing the fruits of my labor.

I enjoy the “science behind” of how food can help you -- or how it can harm you. One must learn how to choose wisely to keep their bodies healthy. I am a 100% ingredient list inspector for all my food!

So it is no surprise that I’ve become an ingredient list inspector (so to speak) of products that will help me prepare my food for consumption in a healthy way. Years ago, I threw out my old aluminum & Teflon pans & have been gradually replacing them over the years with healthier choices.

Thank goodness that more & more people are joining the bandwagon of wanting healthier choices in life while also caring for our environment. Manufacturers are urged to improve products without an expense to environment & health.

I have been searching for a long time for cooking pans that are a healthy choice. So thank goodness I stumbled upon Xtrema Ceramcor Cookware - - - ‘green’ for the environment & healthy for the body. As I read the company’s philosophy, how they make their product, & understood why it’s considered green & why there are no harmful metals or chemicals that can leach out that could possibly harm the body, I knew I just had to make my first Xtrema purchase.

I thought I’d start with one item, test it out, and see if it proved to be up to my high standards so I bought the Xtrema Wok to replace my old one. I love my Xtrema wok!

I have been testing it out with many of my standard recipes. I use the wok not only for your typical stir fries, but also for prepping dishes. I’ve made dishes from Singapore Noodle with Seared Chicken, to Vegetable stir fry, to Chinese Vegetable Lettuce Rolls, to vegetarian Pasta Molto Verde, to vegetarian Tamale Pie & many other dishes. So I am using it frequently. I love the fact that you can put it in the dishwasher! It really does clean up wonderfully with ease.

To be honest, I was very surprised at how well the wok cleaned up actually - - - stir fries are messy & if you do cook at high heat…even more the fun to clean. I was concerned about clean up when I did my Singapore Noodle dish since it is more of a dry spice curry….no worries, I couldn’t believe how great the Xtrema wok cleaned! When I was finished, it looked brand new without me having to put in a great deal of effort—I just used a SOS steel wool for a few pass overs; didn’t have to use excessive scrubbing & was done in no time. I still can’t believe I can get away with using steel wool on Xtrema if I need to (I’ve only needed to use it once).

What I also love about my Xtrema Wok is that is light weight. My wrists are not very strong, so for me, the light weight wok is very helpful. Much lighter than my cast iron skillets! The look of the Xtrema is a classic look--- really nice. The size of the wok is your typical size & since I love cooking & using a lot of greens (kale, swiss chard, spinach, collard greens,etc), the Xtrema wok has no problem fitting all of my greens & whatever else I throw in the pan. I’m able to get a really nice sear & caramelization for meats. I fried up mushrooms as a topping for my Pasta Molto Verde recipe---really nice browning on the mushrooms. I have noticed that I am using just a tad bit more of oil when frying up certain foods in the wok –but not much more & am not concerned. I always use healthy fats anyway.

Interestingly, I’ve tested the Xtrema Wok for some non-typical dishes---like poached eggs! I love poached eggs but clean up can be burdensome (I crack an egg into boiling water…). A couple of years ago I bought a 3 qt. non-stick stock pot specifically to poach my eggs---obviously it’s been great for clean because of the non-stick but then I ‘smartened’ up—I now know non-stick pans are just not healthy for you. So I tested poached eggs in my Xtrema wok. They came out perfect---from the runny softness of the yolk to the actual flavor of the egg. So the Xtrema ceramic passed my test here, I will be replacing my 3qt non-stick in near future.

I also need to replace my fry pan so I fried up some pork chops in my Xtrema wok for a test. Beautiful caramelization & the flavor was super, I really do believe those pork chops where the best I had ever made from the flavor to the tenderness. I’ve noticed that whenever I cook meat in the wok, I’ve really noticed a difference in an improved flavor of the meat. I also fried up some eggs in the wok as a test & they came out fine despite the convex bottom of the wok & so I’m looking forward to when I can purchase my Xtrema fry pan!

Because the wok has met my high expectations, I am hoping to purchase a lot more Xtrema pieces. Even the bake ware is on my wish list. I would have loved to have used the 5x7 Xtrema bake pan for my Tamale Pie ---I used my Xtrema Wok for the prep work (because I use so many vegetables & need a large pan to hold it all!). The customer service is personal, friendly & has a quick turnaround time. Before I made my initial Xtrema Wok purchase, I had a lot of questions & Bob Bergstrom was quick to respond & explained all of my questions.

I’m recommending Xtrema to all my friends & family. ~~Here’s to a healthy life!

Georgia Mindrup

Thanks again for all those who participated in the first ever Xtrema Sweepstakes Giveaway!!

Have an Xtrema Day!!

The Xtrema Cook

Monday, December 28, 2009

Xtrema Baked Penne Pasta


Xtrema Italian Baked Penne Pasta --

Greetings friends and Fellow Foodies,

Check out this Xtremely tasty and simple baked penne we cooked up over the Christmas Holiday for over 20 Xtremely happy and satisfied guests. This is a quick and easy way to impress family and friends, or to entertain guests at a small or large function.

What you need:

  • 1 Red Pepper chopped

  • 1 Yellow Pepper chopped

  • 1 medium Vidalia Onion Chopped

  • Brown 1/2 lb of loose Italian Hot Sausage

  • Add 1/2 cup of Sun Dried Tomatoes

  • Add 2 diced Garlic Cloves

  • Sprinkle Sea Salt and Black and Red Pepper to add some Xtrema Kick

  • 1 and 1/2 jars of Newman's Own Sockarooni Sauce

  • Layer with 16 oz of Mozzarella Cheese

  • 2 lbs of Penne Pasta

What to do:

Saute the chopped onions, peppers, sun dried tomatoes and brown the Hot Italian Sausage.

Sauce- Add the chopped onions, peppers, and browned Hot Italian Sausage to the Sockarooni Sauce and mix well.

Pasta- Boil as directed on the box using the Xtrema 5.5 qt. Sauce Pot

Using the Xtrema 3.75 Oblong Baking Dish, layer as follows;

  • Start with just sauce at the bottom of the pan; add layer of pasta

  • Add layer of Sockarooni Sauce and chopped vegetables

  • Add layer of mozzarella cheese

  • Repeat these steps one more time

  • Garnish with crushed Red Pepper, and fresh basil

Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 20-25 minutes or to brown and bubbly

Let cool for around 5 minutes and bring the dish straight to the table for a delicious Xtrema Hot Italian feast!


Happy Holidays,


The Xtrema Cook













Monday, December 7, 2009

Xtrema Live Chat


Introducing the new Xtrema Live Chat feature, making the Ceramcor website interactive to better service our customers.

Ceramcor is a New Jersey based innovative High Temperature Ceramics Cookware Company confident in our green initiative, but also in our customers' satisfaction. We believe in providing the consumer with the most innovative and "green" cookware in the entire world.

The live chat feature is just another way for us to connect with YOU the customer. Its, free and is easy to use. Just visit us at www.ceramcor.com and access the live help chat button located in the bottom right of the home page. You will then be directed to ask a simple question, and we will be right there to answer it for you.

You will be speaking with Bob Bergstrom, one of the owners of Ceramcor, Xtrema Cookware. He is very knowledgeable on the product and can answer any of your questions or concerns.

We can't wait to chat with you and we hope you have an Xtrema Customer Experience with us. By chatting with us, you will also receive the most updated Xtrema promotions.

Thank You,


The Xtrema Cook


Friday, October 30, 2009

Xtrema Customer Testimonials


Here's what actual customers are saying about their Xtrema ceramic cookware and teaware.

Merry Christmas... my wife, who loves to cook and is a Certified Nutritionist just opened, and is already cooking with, your product. She is extremely happy.... thanks. Anyway, we will shortly be ordering from your website some additional items. God Bless,
- Jim T.

Hey there Bob, just talked to you few minutes ago on phone praising the cookware, you betcha it's the best on the planet...this cookware is an amazing introduction in cookware history. You named it so right, it is Xtremely Xtrema!!!!!!! Good going guys...
- Ruth

I'm swooning....I have never had such wonderful cookware.

Hello Bob, wow! Talk about customer service! We will DEFINITELY be buying more cookware from you, and we will spread the word about your excellent & sturdy yet lightweight ceramic cookware to all our friends. Thanks again for your help! God Bless,
- Anne Marie P

Thank you so much for starting your company and making such a wonderful product. For over a year I have been searching the internet for a truly safe cookware...the cast iron I use for my family is getting heavier every year. Plus, I wanted a safe way to heat water (for tea) and cook pasta. Xtrema does it all. Bye, Bye cast iron!
- The D. Family

I'm a cancer patient who needs to eat extremely well but who doesn't have the strength for endless scrubbing. I also want my cookware to be totally non-toxic. Xtrema has it all!!!! Gratefully,
- Elizabeth G.

Thanks for the teapot, Bob! We both want to thank you for making this incredible product available.....a real breakthrough for those of us who appreciate healthful, "non-reactive", easy cleaning, and quick cooking ware. Cheers,
- Ron

Hello Bob, My wife and I just purchased a 16 pc set of your cookware from Mercola.com...With our previous stainless steel cookware, I would get headaches almost whenever my wife cooked with it. No headaches with your cookware, thank you very much.
- Steve

We bought a set of 4 pieces from Mercola last week and oh my goodness...I can't say enough wonderful things about your cookware...aside from the fact that the design is GORGEOUS....it works! Its light weight, it heats beautifully from the refrigerator to the stovetop. Sincerely,
- Marcia

Mr. Bergstrom, Thank you so much for your exceptional customer service. I received my Xtrema pot at my door step today. My husband and I are so impressed by your customer service that I felt compelled to let you know. I can begin my healthy cooking again thanks to your immediate response. God Bless!
- Jancy

You have a great product! We love it! Since I have a small organic garden (mostly tomatoes & squash in the summer & lettuce in the winter), my tomatoes recipes get rave reviews from our family & friends. Even a couple of ladies asked me if I had changed my old recipe and I said "Yes! Now I use Xtrema pots!"
- Beni

When I received my order the first thing I did was to test it out. First I boiled water for hot chocolate. Wow! Huge difference, the hot chocolate was rich, mush richer than previously made using a stainless steel teapot. Then I fried an egg in the Xtrema skillet and in a brand new Rachel Ray skillet. Unbelievable! The eggs were different colors, texture and flavors. I’ve now been using the cookware for several weeks and am extremely pleased with the product. The food tastes better, stays hot longer and seems to be juicier.
- Lesli



Thursday, October 29, 2009

Xtrema Chicken Stir Fry

What's Cooking Friends???


Wow, I just received the new Xtrema Ceramic 11’ Wok and just had to try it out. So we hit the local grocery store and picked up all the fixings for a wonderful Xtrema Stir Fry feast. Stir fry is a simple, yet very tasty meal and you can always add your own personal style and flair to it. We stayed pretty basic with this dinner and just used boneless chicken breast, and all the fresh vegetables. (Carrots, mushrooms, red and orange peppers, onions, and broccoli)

So we fired up the stove, through some EVO in the Xtrema Wok and added the cut chicken breast first. While the chicken was starting to cook, we chopped up the veggies and then added them to the chicken in the wok. We added some Pineapple-Wasabi Soy Sauce to give the Stir Fry some Xtrema flavor.

We were running short on time so we just picked up some delicious vegetable fried rice at our local Chinese Take-Out. Talk about quick and simple. We heated the rice in the Xtrema saucepot and then it was time to serve it up. Presto, we covered the rice with the chicken-veggie stir fry and we were eating in less than 30 minutes. Wow, was it full of flavor. I must say, the ceramic wok really brought out the zest in the chicken and veggies.

Xtrema Stir Fry in Xtremely No Time!!!

Healthy Cooking For Health Living,

The Xtrema Cook


Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Xtrema Quality Customer Service

We offer Xtrema Quality Customer Service...Building new and lasting relationships, one customer at a time....That's Xtrema!!!!


Xtrema family and friends enjoying great food and fellowship on vacation at Sunset Beach, NC.

Ceramcor, with its Xtrema Cookware products, is a new and innovative high temperature ceramics cookware company. We believe in providing the consumer with the most innovative and "green" cookware in the entire world. Our products are 100% ceramic, meaning all Xtrema product materials are made of inorganic non-reactive natural minerals from our earth's crust. There is no other ceramic cookware like Xtrema!!!

Note: All Xtrema Ceramic Cookware is hand-crafted over a 20-day process.


Just like we believe in offering superior ceramic products, we also believe in honor and integrity and that you the customer is deserving of excellent (Xtrema service).

What is Xtrema Customer Service???

Xtrema Customer Service is answering each and every one of your e-mails or phone calls in the same day that it was sent and most often within 3 hours from the time of your submittal. We believe that your questions and concerns will make us a better and more responsive company. You are our customer and we will do everything in our power to treat you with honor and integrity. That is that the Xtrema way.

Experience Xtrema Customer Service!!

Healthy Cooking, For Healthy Living,

The Xtrema Cook

Monday, October 26, 2009

Xtrema Hot Chili and Cheese



Chili & Cheese

Here is another quick and tasty recipe from are friend and fellow cook, Vinie from Brooklyn, New York.

Brown 1 lb chop meat and 1 chopped onion in a 3.5 Qt saucepot

Then drain the liquid.

Stir in one 16 oz can of tomato sauce, one 16 oz. jar of salsa, 1 can of red kidney beans, one packet of McCormick Chili seasoning mix.

Add a cut up jalapeƱo pepper if you like it hot,and we sure like it Xtrema Hot!!

Add one cut up red pepper and one cut up green pepper.

You can serve this with either white rice or tortilla chips.

We hope you enjoy this Xtrema Chili!!

Think Xtrema for Healthy Cooking and Healthy Living!!

Best Wishes,

The Xtrema Cook


Thursday, October 22, 2009

Xtrema Cookware Review and Giveaway

Xtrema Ceramcor Cookware Review and Giveaway

Check out this awesome review on Xtrema Cookware and its performance!!! Now this is truly an "Xtrema Experience." Are you tired of cooking with the basic metal cookware?? Are you looking for a new and enjoyable cooking experience?? If so, Xtrema Healthy Ceramic Cookware is for you!!

-- Another Xtrema cooking experience!!

"As self-confessed kitchen gadget addicts, hubby and I are always on the lookout for the newest and greatest in cooking gear. Very rarely does a product come along that absolutely wows us and prompts us to write what just might be the raving-ist review we’ve ever written. Let’s all mark this date on the calendar as the day that we had virtually nothing bad to say about a product."

To view the entire review and to learn about the giveaway, please visit this link-- http://www.raveandreview.com/


Have an Xtrema Day,

The Xtrema Cook

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Back From China Trip


-Star Ferry at Queen Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong


-Rich and Partner Shirlin at the Factory


-Ocean view of Hong Kong

Message from Own and Founder of Xtrema Cookware Rich Bergstrom--

"I just got back from my 7 day trip to Hong Kong and to my factory in Chaozhou, China which is located southern Guangdong province. The food, fellowship and factory visit was wonderful."

-- Here are some photos taken from the 7-day trip to China. China is an amazing place to visit for work or pleasure. If you get a chance to make a trip out there, we totally recommend it. China is full of hard working and passionate people.


Happy Cooking and Healthy Living,


The Xtrema Cook



Xtrema Experience

A Message from one of the owners of Xtrema Cookware--

"As one of the owners of Ceramcor I have had the privilege of cooking exclusively with our Xtrema products for the past three years. The first thing I noticed was that food absolutely tastes better when prepared in our Xtrema cookware. The unique ceramic material allows the food when cooked to retain its moisture and it seals in the natural juices. Funny but when you watch all of the national cooking shows on television they never mention that that the cookware they are using will make your food taste better. They always say their recipe will make your food taste better. You know, if they cooked with Xtrema they could say both!

Have you had an Xtrema Experience"


Yours,

Bob Bergstrom


Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Xtrema Melt Down

Check out the latest video from Team Xtrema!! MELT DOWN-- The Xtrema Ceramic Cookware is put to an Xtreme heating and cooling test along side its aluminum counterpart. The Xtrema Ceramic cookware withstands the heat and cooling process while the aluminum cookware breaks down and melts.

We understand that you won't be cooking at these extreme temperatures, however it shows the amazing durability of this natural product. Xtrema Cookware is made of 100% ceramic which comes directly from the earth, meaning it is environmentally green.

This is extremely healthy cookware for healthy eating. Cooking with ceramics allows you to cook at lower temperatures and it sustains the heat throughout the serving process. No more cold food on the table!!! Xtrema Cookware also makes the food taste better, give it a try and find out for yourself. www.ceramcor.com

Happy Cooking,


The Xtrema Cook