Cuisinart first produced cookware in France over 35 years ago. Today Cuisinart honors that rich heritage with French Classic Stainless Steel French Skillets. This beautifully designed stainless steel tri-ply constructed skillet reflects the quality of the world's best kitchens. Now you can perform all of the classic cooking techniques in your own home, and create a lifetime of wonderful meals and memories with Cuisinart. Cuisinart's new French Classic Stainless Cookware provides consumers with everything they need to create world class meals at home. A pure aluminum core enveloped by solid stainless steel ensures professional performance, and Heat Surround Technology allows heat to be evenly distributed along the bottom and up the side walls of the cookware. Stay-cool, contoured stainless handles provide a comfortable grip and a unique thumb rest allows for superb control and aids in lifting.