What is the difference between Cuisinox Elite and Cuisinox Gourmet?
The quality of the stainless steel is the same 18/10 stainless steel. Cuisinox Elite is a thick 3-ply stainless steel throughout the sides and base whereas the Cuisinox Gourmet has a 3-ply encapsulated base only and a single ply body or sides. Cuisinox Elite also has stainless steel riveted handles as opposed to spot welded handles on the Cuisinox Gourmet collection. Overall, Cuisinox Elite is a more professional cookware whereas Cuisinox Gourmet is a more domestic and economical cookware collection.