The wonderful thing about giving a Le Creuset present is that all our products soon become prized family favourites – heirloom products that will last for a lifetime of happy occasions. That said, choosing a suitable housewarming gift can be tricky, so we’ve drawn up some guidelines to help you to choose the perfect present.
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FIRST THINGS FIRST
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WHAT ABOUT COLOUR?
It can be tricky to choose a colour for someone else. You can relax in the knowledge that Le Creuset’s range of happy hues has something for everyone – you really can’t go wrong. Our colours complement one another, making it easy to mix-and-match them to create different moods and to suit different occasions and seasons. Even better, we are happy to exchange unused gifts if your friend decides on a fixed colour scheme.
THE TOP 10
We asked the consultants who manage our hugely popular online Weddings & Celebrations Gift Registry to give us a list of South Africa’s absolute favourite housewarming gifts. These are the top 10 Le Creuset products that are warming hearts and homes right now:
1. Signature Buffet Casserole
A true one-pot wonder, our Cast-Iron Buffet Casserole is seriously versatile, enhancing the cooking process by evenly distributing heat and locking in the optimal amount of moisture. Most braising recipes call for searing the meats or vegetables at a high temperature, then finishing the dish covered on lower heat to create a natural gravy. These family-sized casseroles are perfect for stews with both meats and vegetables. Its shallow, wide base allows maximum contact between the food and your heat source – and you can use it on a gas, electric, ceramic, halogen or induction hob as well as in the oven. You can even bake a cake in it! Everything you stew, braise, simmer or bake in our casseroles will taste superb and look stylish when presented at the dining table.
2. Toughened Non-Stick Buffet Casserole
If you have to be limited to just one piece of Le Creuset cookware, make sure it is our versatile Toughened Non-Stick Buffet Casserole, which delivers superb cooking results every time – this must be why it is one of our top bestsellers. You’ll use it every day for a variety of quick and tasty meals, and you’ll find that this sleek casserole really comes into its own when you’re entertaining and can take it straight from the hob to the table. The tough, PFOA-free non-stick surface inside and out is durable and long-lasting, and the heat-resistant glass lid retains moisture and flavour, and allows you to keep an eye on your masterpiece as it cooks.
3. New Stainless Steel Professional Sauté Pan
Every kitchen needs a superior Sauté Pan – and they don’t get better looking than our glossy, professional-quality 3-ply PLUS Stainless Steel. A generous cooking surface perfect for shallow frying, braising and reducing liquids with straight, high sides that contain splatters sets this design apart. The tight-fitting lid keeps heat and moisture inside, while the precision-pour rim allows for clean, convenient pouring directly from the pan. The pan is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning, and oven-safe to 260°C.
4. Rainbow Set of 6 Egg Cups
What could be prettier than these bright Egg Cups with their simple and elegant design? Made from our dense, top-quality stoneware that blocks moisture absorption, these dishwasher-safe egg cups are finished with our impermeable exterior enamel that resists stains and scratches from metal utensils and our nearly-nonstick glazed interior that easily releases foods for quick clean-up. This set of six egg cups in vibrant shades comes in a beautiful box. Arrange them on an open shelf for a colourful and cute kitchen display.
5. Espresso Mugs
These mini masterpieces are beautifully designed and unbelievably versatile. At just 100ml, they are the ideal size to fit beneath any coffee machine, making them perfect for your daily caffeine hit – but they are also ovenproof to 260˚C so you can use them to bake delicious individual desserts too. A set of six espresso mugs in a stylish gift box makes the perfect gift.
6. Springform Cake Tin
Novices and experienced home bakers all love our Toughened Non-Stick Bakeware range. It is made from heavy-gauge carbon steel that spreads heat gently and evenly; plus, the steel is so strong that your tins will never warp or twist with age. The range is coated with our brilliant non-stick surface inside and out, which prevents any sticking (and makes the tins really easy to clean). The clever clip-sided Springform Cake Tin with removable base makes removing and serving cakes and desserts so easy. Simply release the clip to allow the sides to expand, freeing the base so the tin can be easily lifted away for a perfect finish. The metal clip is finished with a heat-resistant silicone cover for easy opening and fastening.
7. Pasta/Salad Bowl
This gorgeous and generous oval bowl designed for serving salads and pasta dishes in style at the table makes for a fabulous centrepiece. Even better, it can be used in the oven to bake desserts or even roast chicken!
8. Oil & Vinegar Set
These stoneware Oil and Vinegar Cruets in a choice of vibrant colours lend convenience and character to your tabletop. Whether you are prepping in the kitchen or serving at the table, these classic designs recall traditional kitchen jars and feature all the durable and quick-cleaning benefits of Le Creuset stoneware.
9. Whistling Teakettle
Our enamelled steel stovetop Whistling Teakettle is a kitchen essential that never goes out of fashion (and it really comes into its own during loadshedding). It is a must for any Le Creuset collector: made of heavy-gauge steel coated with a very hard and durable gloss enamel, the kettles come in a range of colours and sizes and can be used all types of hobs including induction.
10. GS400 Wine Opening & Storage Set
Even the friend who has everything will appreciate this glamorous starter set comprising our four-wheel foil cutter for precision foil removal, the Activ-ball table model corkscrew for effortless cork removal – just turn the handle, no pulling required – and the wine pump with three stoppers to preserve wine for up to seven days.
Our list of ‘Top 10’ housewarming gifts is just the tip of the iceberg. To view our full range of products, visit our online shop at www.lecreuset.co.za or pop into your nearest Le Creuset Boutique store, or click here to visit our Wedding & Celebration Registry.
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