The Affinity Sauteuse Stainless Steel Straight 16 cm by De Buyer is a high-quality sauté pan designed for both professional chefs and passionate home cooks. Crafted from premium multilayer stainless steel, this sauteuse ensures rapid and even heat distribution across the entire surface, making it ideal for browning, simmering, or reducing sauces. The straight-sided design allows for precise cooking control and easy stirring of ingredients. With its ergonomic cast stainless steel handle, the pan offers comfortable handling even during intensive use. Suitable for all types of cooktops including induction, oven-safe up to 250°C (482°F), and dishwasher safe for effortless cleaning. De Buyer is renowned worldwide as a French manufacturer with over 180 years of experience in producing top-tier cookware that combines tradition with innovation. The company places strong emphasis on sustainability: their products are made to last generations using recyclable materials and environmentally responsible manufacturing processes in France. By choosing this sauteuse, customers not only invest in exceptional culinary performance but also contribute positively towards environmental protection.