This Presto griddle has become my favorite kitchen appliance for family meals! The 20-inch cooking surface is massive - you can cook bacon, pancakes, and eggs all at the same time without crowding. The ceramic nonstick surface is fantastic - food slides right off and cleanup is a breeze. What I love most is the cool-touch base and sides - no more worrying about little hands accidentally touching hot surfaces. The Control Master heat control maintains perfect temperatures automatically, so no more guessing or burning. The slide-out drip tray catches all the grease, and the whole thing is fully immersible for easy cleaning (just remove the heat control first). The low-profile design is great for buffet-style serving too - I've used it for parties and it works perfectly. The heavy cast aluminum base distributes heat evenly, so no more hot spots. I've made everything from breakfast spreads to dinner fajitas on this thing, and it performs beautifully every time. It's so much easier than using multiple pans on the stove. The built-in backstop ledge is a nice touch that makes food handling safer. If you cook for a family or entertain frequently, this griddle will save you so much time and cleanup. It's one of those appliances you'll find yourself using way more than you expected!