I really LOVE this thing! It heats so well, you have to remember to turn your burner down,  let it simmer slowly. I picked up bamboo utensils so as not to mar the surface. I must warn you about one thing....you may need 2 men  a boy to lift it when it’s full! It’s because it is cast iron after all,  because it is so beautifully made you won’t mind a bit! It is awesome.