In short: Emile Henry is a family-owned culinary ceramics maker based in Marcigny, in Burgundy, that calls itself an “alchemist since 1850” and manufactures in France. At Raclette Club, we feature its Grand Cru fondue set, a ceramic caquelon for six with a 10-year brand warranty.
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The Emile Henry brand in a few lines
According to Emile Henry’s history page, it all began in 1850 with Jacques Henry, an earthenware potter, and “6 generations have passed the torch” since, down to Jean-Baptiste Henry. The Marques de France website specifies that the Emile Henry name was only adopted in 1982, in tribute to Émile, who ran the company from 1922 to 1950, and that Jean-Baptiste Henry has been in charge since 2012. Starting dates vary slightly depending on the source (1848 or 1850): we go with the one on the brand’s website.
The company is still “in the heart of Burgundy, in Marcigny”, in Saône-et-Loire, and describes itself as “resolutely made in France”. Its pieces are made from natural clays, and its workshops carry the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant label according to Marques de France. The specialty is dishes that go in the oven and on the stove: bread molds, tagines, Dutch ovens, gratin dishes, and a few pieces that speak directly to us, like the fondue set and a baked cheese dish. The brand states that its pieces are guaranteed for up to 10 years.
Video
Video: Emile Henry France on YouTube. Official Emile Henry video on how its pieces are made in Marcigny.
Video: Emile Henry France on YouTube. Official Emile Henry video on the history of the company.
Video: France 3 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté on YouTube. France 3 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté report on the Marcigny company.
Video: Kitchen Shop on YouTube. Presentation of the Emile Henry fondue set by a retailer; color and size not confirmed against our product page.
Its products at Raclette Club
| Model | Type | Who it’s for | Page | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cru 349922 fondue set (ASIN B00T4AOI28) | 2.4 L ceramic caquelon, burner, stand and 6 forks | Fans of traditional Savoyard fondue for six | Review coming soon | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
What we think
Emile Henry’s strength, on paper, is peace of mind. A ceramic caquelon made in Burgundy that goes on the stove, in the oven, in the microwave and in the dishwasher according to the manufacturer’s listing, with a 10-year warranty: it’s the kind of object you buy once and pass down along with grandma’s fondue recipe. Ceramic holds heat well, which is exactly what you ask of a caquelon when the debate over the best cheese drags on.
The main limit is induction. Emile Henry’s French listing doesn’t name it among compatible heat sources, while other sources mention an adapter disc: check before buying if your kitchen is 100% induction. Ceramic also fears knocks, and the brand doesn’t make raclette grills: here, it only plays in fondue. The burner’s fuel is not specified in the sources we read.
Which model to choose?
- For a Savoyard fondue for six: the Grand Cru 349922 set, a 2.4 L caquelon with burner and forks.
- For an induction kitchen: check compatibility, or compare with the cast iron caquelons in our fondue pot comparison.
- If you can’t choose between fondue and raclette: our selection of 2-in-1 raclette and fondue grills.
Frequently asked questions
What is Emile Henry’s warranty?
Emile Henry states that its pieces are guaranteed for up to 10 years, and its fondue set listing indicates a 10-year warranty.
Does the Emile Henry fondue set work on induction?
Emile Henry’s French listing doesn’t name induction among compatible heat sources; other sources mention an adapter disc. Check with the brand before buying for an induction hob.
Where can you buy an Emile Henry fondue set?
On Amazon.fr, on the brand’s website, in its Marcigny shop and at tableware stores. Check the reference and color before ordering.
