Le Creuset

The Le Creuset brand has achieved cult status, particularly with its cast iron roaster. For over 90 years, the traditional French brand has stood for stylish design, top quality and innovation in the manufacture of cookware. In our online store, we offer you a selection of Le Creuset pans, roasters and pots, which are particularly popular in the catering industry due to their high quality and durability. The brand's products are now exported to over 60 countries worldwide.

The success story of the Le Creuset brand began in 1924, when two entrepreneurs from Belgium met - a specialist in cast iron technology and a specialist in enamel. At a trade fair in Brussels, these two men quickly discovered that their expertise could be perfectly combined. They set up a foundry at a hub for the transportation of coal, iron and sand in northern England and shortly afterwards produced the first cast iron cookware. They succeeded in covering a particularly thin alloy of cast iron with a layer of enamel that could withstand high heat.

Translated, the brand name means "the casting hedgehog". The trademark of the first products was already the bright red-orange shade, which the entrepreneurs christened "oven red". Other cookware at the time was plain black or gray. The striking color in combination with the unusual combination of materials was the key to the brand's international success. The trademark of the products today are the 3 rings on the lid.

Making cookware from cast iron and enamel was an innovation at the time. A Le Creuset pot or a Le Creuset roaster benefited from this combination of materials and created completely new possibilities for preparing food in the home kitchen. Cast iron experienced a real boom in the 19th century and was used to build bridges and entire city districts. The material has four times the thermal conductivity of stainless steel, but pots made of pure cast iron are very heavy and rust quickly due to the high iron content.

Enamel, on the other hand, can protect cookware from corrosion, but has the property of cracking when exposed to high heat. Nevertheless, the two entrepreneurs succeeded in combining both materials so that Le Creuset pans and roasters retained their good heat-conducting properties, yet were lighter and protected against rust.

Catering businesses will find the perfect equipment for professional kitchens at Le Creuset. Investing in exclusive cooking utensils pays off in the long term, as the French manufacturer offers a 30-year guarantee on every Le Creuset frying pan, Le Creuset casserole or Le Creuset grill pan. Both amateur and top chefs from all over the world use the brand's products.

The range includes exclusive kitchen equipment:

Each product is manufactured with the utmost care from high-quality materials. The raw material is first melted down in the oven and then poured into a melting pot (Creuset). Once the material has cooled, the individual sand molds are broken to reveal the newly cast products. This special manufacturing process makes each Le Creuset pan truly unique. In the interests of sustainability, the sand from the broken pans is always reused. Every stage of the manufacturing process is strictly monitored to ensure the outstanding quality and longevity of the products.

Le Creuset roasters have an excellent reputation worldwide. They are made from the best materials such as 85% recycled iron and steel. The classic Le Creuset roasting pan is oval and can be used on all types of stove. You can use it on the gas and electric hob as well as on the ceramic hob and induction hob. You can also put the pan in the oven or even on the grill. Thanks to its attractive design and bright colors, any dish can be served directly in the pot on the table.

The surface of the roaster is made of enamel and is therefore particularly robust and resistant to moisture. The pan is also hygienic and acid-resistant. This means that food can also be marinated in wine or lemon juice, for example, without any problems. The good heat conduction properties mean that less energy is required for cooking. The heat from below rises right up to the rim, allowing the food to cook evenly in the roasting pan. The lower heat input also reduces the risk of the food burning.

Le Creuset brand pans are made from different materials. You can buy a Le Creuset grill pan made of cast iron, aluminum or stainless steel. The Le Creuset cast iron pan is the classic in the range. The stainless steel and aluminum pans have a high-quality non-stick coating and, like the roasting pans, are suitable for use on all types of heat sources. Their elegant design makes them an eye-catcher in any kitchen. The manufacturer also offers a 30-year guarantee for these products.

A trademark of the manufacturer has always been the variety of colors in which Le Creuset pans and pots are produced. To achieve this, rich pigments are mixed together in a uniform process to guarantee uniformity of color. The products are enameled in up to 100 colors. Light colors are deliberately used for the inside of the pots so that the food can be better monitored during the cooking process.

There is a suitable product for every kitchen style in the unique selection of products and colors. The spectrum ranges from bright and vibrant colors to pastel shades. However, most products are also available in classic black.

In the Banholzer online store, you can buy the popular roasters, pots and pans with cult status for your gastronomy online in Switzerland. We offer you a hand-picked selection of products that inspire chefs all over the world with their design, quality and innovative combination of materials.

We offer our commercial customers a special service. You can also order products from us that are on backorder or not in stock. We guarantee short and reliable delivery times for your order.