On the stovetop or grill, the Lodge Cast Iron 8.25 inch Ribbed Panini Press holds heat like a champ, giving your meal attractive grill marks while speeding up the cooking time when preheated. It can turn a plain old sandwich into a classic creation and it works great as a grill press for steaks and chicken. This panini press is safe to use in the oven, on the stove or grill, and over a campfire. The Lodge Cast Iron 8.25 inch Ribbed Panini Press is made for decades of cooking and comes pre-seasoned for an easy-release finish that improves with use. Easy care by hand washing, dry, and then rubbing with Lodge Seasoning Spray or your favorite cooking oil.