In short: Le Creuset is the colorful enameled cast iron born in 1925 in northern France, the kind of Dutch ovens that get passed down through generations. At Raclette Club, you’ll find it on one item: its 2 L fondue set, a cast iron caquelon and burner, for those who want a flame-heated Savoyard fondue and a beautiful object on the table.
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The Le Creuset brand in a nutshell
According to Le Creuset, the brand was born in 1925 in northern France, when its founders Armand Desaegher and Octave Aubecq developed the first enameled cast iron Dutch oven. Both men were Belgian, one a casting specialist, the other an enameling specialist, and the brand’s US website says they met at an international fair in Brussels. They set up their foundry in Fresnoy-le-Grand, in the Aisne, chosen for its access to the raw materials for cast iron.
The very first color is called Volcanic, that blazing orange that became the brand’s signature. A century later, Le Creuset says its enameled cast iron is still produced at the Fresnoy-le-Grand foundry, and the brand celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2025. Its range goes well beyond the Dutch oven (pans, casseroles, stoneware, accessories), and fondue has its place there with complete cast iron sets. For a cheese club, it’s a bit like the aristocracy of the caquelon.
Video
Video: Le Creuset on YouTube. Official video (in English): a tour of the Fresnoy-le-Grand foundry and the making of enameled cast iron.
Video: LeCreuset UK on YouTube. Official video from the British subsidiary at the foundry in northern France, around an anniversary Dutch oven (not the fondue set).
Video: Cheff on YouTube. Demonstration of a Le Creuset fondue set by a Brazilian retailer; the exact model is not identified.
Video: @lecreuset on TikTok. Official brand video on its iconic colors (no fondue on screen).
Its products at Raclette Club
| Model | Type | Best for | Review | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L fondue set, cherry (ASIN B00ATMAKE0) | Enameled cast iron caquelon and burner, adjustable flame, 6 forks, made in France | Flame-fondue lovers who want an object for life | Review coming soon | Check the price on Amazon.fr |
What we think
Cast iron for fondue is a solid argument: it heats up slowly and holds the heat for a long time, which helps keep cheese silky without it sticking to the bottom. According to a specialist retailer, the 2 L set in our selection includes a 20 cm diameter caquelon, a cast iron burner with a flame regulator, and 6 oak-handled forks. It is listed as made in France, and Le Creuset offers a lifetime warranty on its enameled cast iron. Add the cherry color, and you have the caquelon that stays on display the rest of the year.
The limits are those of cast iron: over 5 kg for the whole set according to the same retailer, dishwasher use not recommended, and an enamel that, as the brand points out, can chip if knocked. The combustible paste is not included, and the caquelon’s induction compatibility remains to be confirmed depending on the source. Above all, this is a flame fondue set, not an electric appliance: you don’t set a temperature to the degree, you watch your flame like at the chalet. For many of us, that’s exactly the charm.
Which model should you choose?
- For a Savoyard fondue for 6: the 2 L set, with its caquelon, burner and 6 forks. Our comparison of fondue pots pits it against Staub, Emile Henry and the electric models.
- For a gift that lasts: the same set, with a lifetime warranty on the enameled cast iron according to the brand.
- For a fondue with no flame and no babysitting: look instead at the electric appliances in our comparison, or our selection of 2-in-1 raclette and fondue grills.
Frequently asked questions
What is Le Creuset’s warranty on enameled cast iron?
Le Creuset lists a lifetime warranty on its enameled cast iron, covering defects in materials or workmanship, in addition to the statutory warranty. It does not cover normal wear or enamel chips caused by a fall or impact.
Can you replace a piece of the Le Creuset fondue set?
We didn’t find spare parts sold individually for this set. If there’s a problem, go through the seller or Le Creuset customer service first, with the product reference (60020000602460 for the 2 L cherry version).
Where can you buy a Le Creuset fondue set?
On Amazon.fr, on the brand’s website and in its stores, and at tableware retailers. Some retailers no longer have it in stock: check availability and color before ordering.
