I was a bit sceptical when I got the pan as the inside had a rough texture but after washing it for the first time I coated it with oil ready for use. First time use was fab, nothing stuck and it cooked the food well, it’s lovely being so lightweight unlike the cast iron versions and being able to go in the oven is great as only one pan is needed. You just have to remember that the handles get hot when on the hob as they are metal so they can go in the oven so you need oven gloves to hold it. All in all a great pan and I would highly recommend.