I am an old fashion..cook on the stove type of person. I actually received a panini press as a gift. My first notion is what am I going to do with this thing and just another appliance taking up space. Then one Sunday I decided to start playing around in it. I discovered that I could make grilled cheese in a matter of seconds and no dirty pans. I made quesadillas like pronto! I love it. Definitely dont be affraid to try something to make your life alittle simpler.