Where is Le Creuset made?

France

Handcrafted in France with only premium materials, our legendary enameled cast iron provides even heat and moisture distribution for dishes with consistently superior texture and flavor. For almost a century, Le Creuset cookware’s unrivaled performance has fueled food lovers’ passions and earned customers’ trust.

How can I tell if my Le Creuset is real?

Check the rim of the Le Creuset pot where you place the lid. Fake ovens, pots, and pans will have underlying cast iron showing through. Le Creuset stamps its brand name, as well as size identifying letters, and numbers on the bottom of cookware pieces/lids. In some cases, it raises the sunken lettering in the ceramic.

Is Le Creuset cookware worth the price?

There’s no question; Le Creuset makes fabulous Dutch ovens, but premium cookware comes with a premium price tag. So, is Le Creuset worth it? The short answer is yes. Le Creuset is worth it because it’s more durable, beautiful, and performs better than the competition.

Why does my Le Creuset say Made in China?

No, not all Le Creuset products are made in France. All the cast iron products are still made at the original foundry in Northern France. However, stainless steel products are made in Portugal, the stoneware in Thailand and the accessories in China.

What enameled cast iron is made in the USA?

Borough Furnace is the only manufacturer in the USA Producing “Enameled Cast Iron Cookware”. As a family-owned business, Borough Furnace is run by partners John Truex and Liz Seru. Located in the New York Finger Lakes, they strive to create beautiful high-performance cooking tools that will last for lifetime use!

Is Le Creuset a luxury brand?

The luxury brand Le Creuset sells its products in more than 60 countries around the globe including countries like UK, Japan, Australia and USA.

Is Le Creuset a South African brand?

Global expansion. Le Creuset (pronounced “Leh Crew-ZAY”) isn’t as French as it used to be. The company was acquired in 1988 by South African businessman and naturalized Brit Paul Van Zuydam, and its administrative headquarters are in Switzerland.

What does Le Creuset mean in French?

A creuset is the French term for ‘crucible’ or ‘cauldron’ and serves as the inspiration behind the Le Creuset name. A crucible is typically a ceramic or metal container in which chemical compounds or metals are subjected to extremely high temperatures and eventually melted.

How do you pronounce Le Creuset?

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