Frequently Asked Questions

Currently, DaTerra Cucina uses our proprietary 7th generation Solution Gel (Sol-Gel) based PFAS-free ceramic nonstick coating. All of our pans use this new 7th generation coating for improved nonstick durability.

All of our pans have now been upgraded to induction-compatible as of 2026! See all our induction pans here.

Yes, DaTerra Cucina cookware can be used on all stovetops, including gas, glass, electric, and induction (with the induction exception of the 13" frying pan coming in 2026.)

While DaTerra Cucina pans are technically dishwasher safe with liquid dishwasher detergent, we recommend handwashing to extend the life of nonstick ceramic.

Yes! Every cookware piece with silicone stay-cool handles can go in the oven up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. The bakeware items can handle temperatures up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit and even broiling!

Yes, during stovetop use, DaTerra Cucina’s stay-cool silicone helps keep the handles at a comfortable temperature for moving or pan flipping. As always, use caution when handling anything from a hot stove. (This isn’t the case for pan handles directly from the oven as they will be oven-temperature.)

Yes, the lids and handles are oven-safe to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

All DaTerra Cucina cookware and bakeware products are made in Italy, about 100 miles from Florence.

DaTerra Cucina’s proprietary nonstick ceramic was developed as a healthier alternative to PFAS-based Teflon coating which is made with organic fluorine chemicals that have proven health issues. Our Sol-Gel-based inorganic ceramic nonstick coating offers a natural nonstick glass-like ceramic coating without toxic PFAS chemicals.

No, there are never any PFAS materials used in the production of DaTerra Cucina cookware, which includes all the PFOA, PTFE, and related fluoropolymer-based chemicals. Additionally, DaTerra Cucina non-stick coating is water based and contains no BPA, lead, cadmium, nickel and other heavy metals.

DaTerra Cucina’s manufacturing process and ceramic coating uses less energy than Teflon based manufacturing, reducing CO2 emissions and environmental pollution. Additionally, DaTerra Cucina pans are built with multiple reinforced layers, including mineral particles, for an ultra-hard and scratch-resistant surface, contributing to their longevity and reducing the frequency of replacement.

While there is no official regulated definition of nonstick, DaTerra Cucina is naturally nonstick due to the ceramic Sol-Gel coating. While the nonstick properties do not equate to PFAS-based Teflon, the natural and durable nonstick properties of DaTerra Cucina’s ceramic last for many years under proper home use. We have seen many of our 5th generation pans still going strong almost ten years later! 

In lab durability tests, our current 7th generation coating shows a 105% improvement in nonstick durability over the previous 5th generation version. This upgrade also provides an over 60% improvement in abrasion resistance as well as an improved resistance to staining and corrosion.

Family Run Company – Founded on the principal of bringing healthier cooking and family focused meals into your home and celebrating our customers’ unique culinary heritages.

“PTFE , PFOA , Lead , Cadmium free” Ceramic Nonstick Surface – Keeping your family healthy and free of PFOA, PTFE, and related fluoropolymer-based chemicals.

Truly Italian Designed and Made - Giving it authentic European quality and style. This includes design features such as the convenient silicon stay-cool handles, the beautiful glass see-through lid, the classy volcanic speckled black finish. 

Professionally Designed - Created for and by chefs, DaTerra Cucina has a superior thick base for even heat transferability resulting in less scorching and hot spots, engineered sloped sides and long handles for easy pan tossing, and oven-safe for professional oven-finishing of fish and meats.

Use only wooden, silicone, nylon, or plastic utensils. Avoid any metal or sharp utensils, knives, or whisks to prevent damaging the ceramic coating.

There is no seasoning required. Simply make sure to handwash your new pan to get started and start cooking with lower heat as DaTerra Cucina’s thick base and dark coloring offer superior heat conductivity.

If food does get stuck, remember to first try to deglaze the pan while it’s still hot. Soaking the pan after use can also help. If, after washing well with a good grease cutting dishwashing soap and a non-scratch sponge, you can still see residue, see our Care and Cleaning page for advance cleaning methods.

Every cookware piece with silicone stay-cool handles can go in the oven up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. The bakeware items can handle temperatures up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit - and even broiling!

Usually, we recommend using a small amount of oil or butter. This will help keep proteins and carbohydrates from adhering to the pan (as well as taste better. :D) Using a lower heat setting and keeping the food moving will also reduce sticking issues.

The multi-layer ceramic coating and the thick 3.7 mm base ensure superior durability that will last for many years.

Avoid scratches or chips by using only wooden, silicone, nylon, or plastic utensils, or stacking pans without pan protectors between pans. Do not use metal or sharp utensils, knives, or whisks to prevent damaging the ceramic coating.

DaTerra Cucina offers a 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use; you can return it at any point within the first 365 days for your refund or replacement.

As a cookware company, feeding people is the center of what we do. This includes sharing recipes, encouraging at-home cooks, and supporting hunger-relief organizations we believe in, like Action Against Hunger. We are proud to support this incredible global humanitarian organization that takes decisive action against the causes and effects of hunger. 3% of EVERY purchase made on our website is donated to Action Against Hunger so every time you place an order, you are helping to fight hunger, malnutrition and drought all around the world, including crises in Pakistan, Ukraine, and Somalia. Together we can help feed more people and fight against hunger; let's make an even bigger impact in 2025, 2026, and beyond.

DaTerra Cucina is committed to helping local families have food on the able and cook nutritious meals at home. To this result, we regularly donate cookware and supplies to women’s shelters and in-need families in our home community of Portland, Oregon.