I know 99% of the time people advise against sets, but there is one exception. The tramontina stainless steel set from Costco is exceptional. It may be more than you need right now, especially if you are single, but if you can store the larger pieces for a later date you can absolutely use them for the rest of your life. Especially as a gift, families love to buy gift sets and pointing them to a specific set at Costco would be a great way to go.

All Clad is great, but the handles make me hate them.