The surface of the NanoBond cookware is non-porous, making the food glide off beautifully. The titanium-bonded stainless steel does not have any toxins and is a safe non-toxic option while being virtually non-stick - the best of both worlds! The handles have an ergonomic ridge fit for my fingers, which makes handling the pieces easy. Cooking with this set has made a chore become fun and elevated the activity. I cleaned the pieces with a sponge and dish soap in my sink and the remaining food slid off very easily and did not leave behind stains. This is truly worth the cost as you will be using it for many years.