In short: the Staub 20 cm fondue set is for people who want one cast iron pot that does it all: cheese, broth or chocolate, on the hob, in the oven and then at the table. What stands out: 2.3 litres, enamelled cast iron made in France, a 10-piece set with rechaud, burner and 6 forks, and compatibility with every hob including induction.
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At a glance: Staub 20 cm fondue set
| Feature | Staub La Fondue 20 cm |
|---|---|
| Type | Cast iron fondue set: pot, rechaud with burner and forks |
| Pot | Cast iron, enamelled interior, welded handles, no lid (Zwilling) |
| Diameter and capacity | Ø 20 cm, 2.3 L (Zwilling) |
| Dimensions | 26.5 cm long, 20.7 cm high (Zwilling) |
| Weight | 4.9 kg net (Zwilling) |
| Contents | 10 pieces: pot, matching fork holder, 6 forks, rechaud with burner (Zwilling); fuel paste included according to the Amazon.fr listing |
| Heat sources | All hobs including induction; oven-safe (Zwilling) |
| Care | Dishwasher and freezer safe (Zwilling) |
| Colour | Matte black, cherry or white truffle depending on the version (Zwilling) |
| Warranty | Not stated by Staub on the product page |
| Made in | France (Zwilling) |
What we take away
Staub is the cast iron cocotte born in Alsace in 1974, now part of the Zwilling group, and this fondue set carries all of its DNA: thick cast iron, an enamelled interior, and a weight that leaves no doubt about the material. Nearly 5 kg on the scale means plenty of thermal inertia: once hot, the pot keeps the cheese molten for a long time, without hot and cold spells, even when the burner weakens at the end of the meal. With 2.3 litres and a 20 cm diameter, it suits a table of four to six without becoming a monument to store.
Its great strength is versatility. The pot works on every hob, induction included, and goes in the oven too, so you can start a chocolate fondue or a broth in the kitchen before moving to the table. Zwilling lists it as dishwasher and even freezer safe, and it is made in France, which is getting rare among fondue sets. On the downside, there’s no lid, and you pay for the weight every time you lift it. Staub doesn’t state the warranty on the product page, and the pot comes in several colours: check the one in the Amazon offer before ordering if colour matters to you.
Video
Staub has no cheese demo of this set, but Zwilling’s Canadian branch shows it in chocolate fondue mode.
Video: ZWILLING Canada on YouTube. Official video from the Zwilling group, which owns Staub: a chocolate fondue in the 2.5-quart Staub cast iron fondue set, about 2.3 L.
Strengths
- Enamelled cast iron made in France
- All hobs including induction, plus the oven
- 10-piece set with rechaud, burner and 6 forks
- Excellent heat retention
- Dishwasher-safe according to Zwilling
Things to consider
- Nearly 5 kg to carry
- No lid
- Warranty not stated on the product page
- Colour of the Amazon offer to be checked
Who is it for?
For lovers of fine cast iron who want a pot that goes from hob to oven to table, and for anyone who values made in France. It’s also a lasting Christmas gift, the kind that stays in the family for decades. Who should skip it? Anyone looking for a light set to take to the chalet, and big tables of eight or ten, for whom 2.3 litres may be a bit tight.
Alternatives
- Kuhn Rikon Alpine Meadow fondue set 32276: red 24 cm, 3.2 L cast iron pot, induction-ready, made in Vietnam.
- Kuhn Rikon Alpine Meadow Mini set Ø 17 cm: the version for two, induction-ready.
- The same Staub set in cherry or white truffle, with identical specs according to Zwilling.
This set is part of our guide to 30 raclette gift ideas for Christmas. For more melted cheese ideas, see our recipes.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Staub 20 cm fondue set work on induction?
Yes. According to Zwilling, the cast iron pot suits all hobs, induction included, and it can also go in the oven.
What is the capacity of the 20 cm Staub fondue pot?
Zwilling states 2.3 litres for a 20 cm diameter, enough for a table of four to six people.
Where is the Staub fondue set made?
In France, according to the official product page from Zwilling, the group that owns Staub.
