Backed by more than 200 years of knowledge and expertise, French manufacturer de Buyer produces premium cookware for both professional chefs and serious home cooks. Made in France from carbon steel this large wok features a flat, sturdy base, deep sides and two helper handles, making it perfect for stir frying, steaming, braising or deep frying. Manufactured using environmentally friendly processes, it is also free from PFOA and PTFE. More heat conductive than stainless steel and lighter than cast iron, carbon steel heats up faster. Food is quickly sealed, so you don't lose essential vitamins and nutrients and best of all, the more you use the pan, the better it gets! Season it before first use and enjoy years of cooking as the seasoning develops gradually over time, eventually providing non-stick properties for easy food release.