I was looking to replace a Simply Calphalon frying pan that had an uneven bottom and cooked unevenly as a result. I loved the pan but was tired of it always moving around my ceramic stovetop when I was trying to cook with it. And it was also starting to lose its inside finish. I found Hestan in my online searches and chose this 11” frying pan. It is a HUGE step up in quality, it has a flat bottom, and it is true that things do not stick in it. It is a true joy to use and I can highly recommend it.