teflon and non stick surfaces on cookware

[Oscar8]

Hello. I have a Nanday Conure and have read that teflon and non-stick surfaces can harm him. I need to find a safe electric griddle because my eight year old can not live without his pan cakes. Thanks in advance for your help. Oscar8

[NaniOokami]

:) Honestly, I use my non-electric Cast Iron griddle, and it works lovely. Cast Iron is a wonderful alternative to teflon, once you get the hang of it.

[MicahEspudo]

... I make pancakes in a pan... I must be doing it wrong :P

[DarwinTheSun]

We cook our pancakes in stainless steel with a tad of butter (makes them yummy anyway) and they dont stick. I am sure you can get a ss electric skillet or try the cast iron (which is supposed to make fantastic pancakes too).

[Monica]

PTFE may also be found in other things as well.. such as ovens, hair dryers, toasters, and similar appliances.

[cashmerekiddy]

I googled this topic the other day after reading a post on bb about it
Eco-friendly Cookware Exclusively at Wal-Mart
Ok the link didn't work but the brand is 'Starfrit alternative' and the range of the cookware is ceram-eco available at walmart (but not in Australia)

[Oscar8]

Thanks for the help. I appreciate it.