USA, Europe or Japan even stuff made in Columbia (stoneware) that not only is amazing, but eliminates any Teflon toxin worries for a price tag that makes sense. I could get you a full set of pots and pans (what most people would need, not a complete set of superfluous nonsense), bakeware, measuring tools, Cooking utensils, essential knives (you only really need 3, but I'd add a 4th) and mixing bowls for well under $1000 bucks. If you are okay with supporting Chinese businesses I could get you there under $600