Yup it says its ceramic, but the underside definately is not ceramic. Mishka you know what I'm talking about since you have one. What is that mysterious substance that makes up the underside of the pan? Just because its PTFE free doesn't mean it's safe. Plus it's made in china, which always makes me nervous. I like the look and shape if the frying pan, but unless I know for sure I'm not getting it. The underside of the pan is some weird material, and that's the part in direct contact with heat.