This pan is the worst pan I have ever owned. I bought a big round Gotham Steel Pan, which I love. Nothing sticks to it, it even cooks, and it washes very easy. I bought this square Copper Chef Pan, and everything sticks to it. Tonight it shredded my chicken breasts; just a mess. I would buy another Gotham copper pan, but never a Copper Chef. I didn't realize there was a difference, but it's a big difference. Even if I add oil or cooking spray, everything sticks.
So buyer beware and make sure it's a Gotham copper you are buying.
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend