It’s the most wonderful time of the year—at least, if you’re in the market for jaw-dropping deals on high-end cookware. now, Le Creuset’s Winter Sale is offering huge discounts on some of the brand’s most popular products, and I got an early look at the goods. I compared Le Creuset’s discounted items to our master list of tested, reviewed, and tested. Recommended Le Creuset cookware and kitchen tools to collect every Serious Eats recommended product on sale now. Below, you’ll find hacks for every type of cook, including a popular one Cast iron dutch ovena Small but mighty cocotteand a Dinnerware set It will knock your socks off. Shop this sale and save hundreds on our favorite Le Creuset gear. ever.
The best Le Creuset New Year deals, at a glance
An Extra Wide, Versatile Dutch Oven: The Signature Round Wide Dutch Oven
I doubt you need an introduction to Le Creuset. dutch oven. It’s the brand’s most popular and toughest product, and we’ve been recommending it for years. This durable, heavy pan has no hot spots, and is excellent at retaining heat. Le Creuset offers a lifetime warranty on its cookware, but I doubt you’ll need to call it—many Serious Eats staff have had their LC dutch ovens for years without a chip to report ( and some for decades) exist. Right now, you can get an enlarged version of the original Dutch oven for $150 off.
A shallow dutch oven for braising and more: the traditional shallow round oven
This piece offers the same cooking experience as a traditional Dutch oven but is a touch thinner. The clever pot has a slightly smaller side than the original, making it a useful cross between a Dutch oven and a braiser. (You can read about the differences between Two pots here.) It’s on sale in 10 of the company’s signature colors, and right now, it’s over $100 off.
A fun-sized pot: the mini round cocotte
Le Creuset for under $25? Sign us up. This mini cocotte looks just like the older brother of the dutch oven. It’s made entirely of stoneware, including the knob, so it’s oven safe. It is on sale in more than two dozen colors and comes in two sizes. I used the 8 ounce version for this. crème brûlée And was impressed with how smooth the finished version was, though it’s also available in a 14-ounce option.
A Festive Blazer: The Knoll Collection Signature Snowflake Blazer
Braisers are (obviously) great for braising, but this wide, shallow pan does less and more than slow liquid cooking. Use one to sear a few steaks, roast vegetables, quickly reduce a sauce or finish pasta. They also make great dishes for fruit pies and all kinds of casseroles. We kept the original name of Le Creuset Brazer One of the best in our review, and you can get it now with a festive snowflake motif and gold knob for about $100 off.
A Giftable Set: Signature Enamel Cast Iron 5 Piece Cookware Set
This cookware set packs a lot into an impressive discount. (It normally sells for more than $800; now, it’s on sale for $575.) Order one of these, and you’ll get a cast-iron Dutch oven in the super-useful 5.5-quart size, a 1.75-quart cast-iron saucepan, , and a cast-iron skillet—all coated with Le Creuset’s virtually indestructible enamel. The reason is that the total number of products becomes five. Low-cost colors include popular colors like Series, Sea Salt, and Nectar.
A comfortable, elegant dining set: the San Francisco 16-piece dinnerware set
When Associate Editorial Director of Serious Eats Ridley Gemperlein-Shame Reviewed Dinnerware setshe named this seat as an excellent seat due to its durable yet lightweight construction. There is a slight ombre effect with the glaze, which gives a sophisticated twist to an otherwise comfortable set. This set includes dinner plates, salad plates, pasta bowls, and cereal bowls, all oven- and broiler-safe up to 500˚F.
A Whistling Kettle and Mug: Demi Kettle and Mug Set
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This beautiful kettle is a smaller version of our favorite whistling kettle from Le Creuset. The 1.4 quart size was a winner in ours. Stovetop Kettles Reviews; The smaller size shown here holds 1.25 quarts of water and has the same carbon steel and porcelain enamel design. It heats up quickly, cleans up easily, and comes with a set of color-coordinated stoneware mugs. The entire set is priced at $100, a rare price only available for a limited time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can you find post-Christmas sales on cookware?
Just like that: We’ve scoured all corners of the internet to find the best post-Christmas deals on our tested and reviewed cookware, including small appliances, tabletop appliances, and cookware.
Is Le Creuset worth the money?
Le Creuset consistently tops our reviews of cookware, cookware and tableware. While its products aren’t cheap, they come with solid warranties and are very well made. They’re worth the splurge, but they’re an even better buy if you can find them on sale.
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