Joyce Chen Classic Series Non-Stick Kitchenware is crafted of premium carbon steel, perfectly weighted and balanced to craft all your favourite Asian dishes. Carbon steel is traditional in the Chinese kitchen and preferred by most chefs for the demands of traditional Asian cooking. Carbon steel heats up quickly, giving the cook complete control and quick response to every cooking need. In addition, the ceramic non-stick coating applied to the cookware is made without PFAS chemicals and prevents food from sticking; making clean up quick and easy.- FIRST USE: Wash your pan with hot soapy water, rinse and wipe dry. Before Using this, or any non-stick cookware for the first time, lightly rub cooking oil into the Interior non-stick surface and heat the cookware over medium-low heat for one to two minutes. Allow the pan to cool, then rinse it in warm water with a mild detergent and rinse thoroughly. Now you’re ready to cook. Caution: Do not overheat your pan during this process.- CARE AND CLEAMING: Always allow the pan to cool before immersing in water. Wash your pan in hot, soupy water with a dish cloth or a sponge and dry thoroughly. Don’t use steal wool, oven cleaners, abrasive scouring pads, or abrasive cleaners. After cleaning, recondition the surface by lightly wiping the surface with cooking oil. Caution: As with any fine cookware, do not wash in the dishwasher. Do not store items or stack other pans on top of your cookware, which could encourage staining. It is best practice to store your pan without anything inside of it. We recommend using wood, bamboo, or plastic utensils to extend the life of the non-stick coating. Do not use sharp objects or cut food with a knife while food is inside the pan. Over time, all non-stick cookware will scratch. This is normal and will not affect the non-stick properties of the non-stick coating.- COOKING TIPS: All non-stick coatings may be damaged by overheating. To preserve the non-stick surface, always add cooking oil, liquid or ingredients to the pan prior to heating it. Caution: Never preheat an empty pan or let liquids boil dry. Joyce Chen Classic Series Kitchenware heats up extremely quickly to high temperatures. We recommend using lower temperature settings until you are familiar with the cooking properties of our cookware. Non-stick coatings do permit the reduction of the amount of cooking oil used compared to uncoated cookware. Do remember, however, that high temperatures will require more, not less, oil in order to keep the food from burning or sticking to the pan. Adding a small amount of water as you stir fry instead of more oil can serve the same purpose without adding calories.- 14-in / 36cm size is ideal for everyday cooking and family meals- The ceramic nonstick coating prevents food from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. – The ceramic coating is made without intentionally added PFAS chemicals for peace of mind when cooking for your family. – 1.5mm gauge carbon steel heats quickly and is perfect for searing, stir-fry, sauting, and more- Solid beech wood handle and helper handle provide a comfortable grip for easy handling- Riveted handles for a strong connection to the pan body. – Not Induction compatible. Compatible with all traditional heat sources.