The Alessi PotsandPans modern cookware designed by Jasper Morrison is state of the art stainless steel cookware offering excellent quality and detail at a good price. The lip of the pots is curved out just so to prevent dripping when pouring. There are measuring lines on the inside of the pots. Pots and pans have an aluminum and steel constructed heat radiating base for even heat distribution. The heavy lid controls evaporation during cooking. The unique handle on the lid can be lifted by inserting a kitchen spoon or spatula. The 18/10 stainless steel cookware is dishwasher safe, oven safe and suitable for induction, gas, electric and ceramic cook tops.