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Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish 28cm $290 Delivered @ Selfridges & Co

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Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish 28cm $290 Delivered @ Selfridges & Co
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LSmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 19:09 selfridges.com (1895 clicks)
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Firstly, apologies if I mess something up, I haven't posted before and would welcome any advice.

The 28cm casserole dish
All Le Creuset products

I would have posted this earlier but wasn't exactly sure if I was going to receive the signature edition or not as it wasn't specified. I received it today after ordering it on the 27th of December and can confirm it is the one pictured (except I ordered red which is now out of stock). To the best of my knowledge you can't get Le Creuset products for cheaper in Australia unless you get very lucky finding something in store marked down (usually an unpopular colour). I did wait until the boxing day sales in the hope I could get it cheaper locally but had no luck. If anyone else knows of cheaper places to get Le Creuset products please let me know!

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  • King Tightarse on 03/01/2017 - 19:35

    You suit well,I think that burgundy was the best colour.
    Hard to find this stuff on special

  • atlas on 03/01/2017 - 19:37
    +1

    About $297 aud delivered for the red from Amazon UK. I ordered it a month ago and as you say, saved heaps compared to local pricing.

    • mrtin on 03/01/2017 - 20:05

      Yes i bought one from amazon too for about that price maybe a bit cheaper Teal colour.

    • AustriaBargain on 03/01/2017 - 23:06
      +1

      For a single baking dish?

  • congo on 03/01/2017 - 19:54
    +8

    How come these are so expensive compared to other dish?

    • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 20:45
      +3

      They last forever if cared for, my mum has 3 or 4, the oldest is 35 years and old still going strong!

      • cnut on 03/01/2017 - 21:20
        +16

        I don't plan to live that long. I'll put you in my will for this one.

      • AustriaBargain on 03/01/2017 - 23:07

        Your mom spent 3 or 4 times $300 for baking dishes?

    • vee124 on 03/01/2017 - 20:46
      +2

      Well known brand, high quality cast iron made in France etc. It is a good product, but Le Chasseur, a cheaper alternative is just as good.

      • WaywardOne on 03/01/2017 - 21:05
        +1

        But what do you use it for? Casseroles?
        I use slow cooker for casseroles, and wok for stir fries, and regular pan for frying. What am I missing?

        • aec on 03/01/2017 - 21:36
          +4

          you are just missing the OLD fashion.

      • pennae on 04/01/2017 - 00:07

        My Le Chasseur has been more prone to rust than Le Creuset

      • Gravy on 04/01/2017 - 00:11
        +3

        I'm not sure that that Le Chasseur do last that well now, we bought one a couple of years ago and the enamel on the inside bottom is quite discoloured and finely pitted now. Seems quite thin. We only ever use plastic or wooden utensils for stirring and its never been in the dishwasher. We use a teflon friendly scrubber for cleaning.

        I wonder if the quality has dropped over the years.

    • spriggan43 on 04/01/2017 - 01:11
      +7

      cast iron is very pricey to make and the technology is new, so you get what you pay for.

      • BartholemewH on 04/01/2017 - 06:18
        +8

        New technology? Cast iron is older than Christianity.

  • netbies on 03/01/2017 - 20:05
    +3

    Does the color really matter? Some colors cook better?

    • edskii on 03/01/2017 - 21:42
      +12

      Red heats up faster

    • malouphix on 03/01/2017 - 22:01
      +2

      Brown allows earthy flavours to simmer better

    • AustriaBargain on 03/01/2017 - 23:07
      +3

      Lighter colours are easier to clean because the crud can't hide.

    • HomeAlone on 03/01/2017 - 20:35
      +1

      This is cheaper on Harrods: 162.50 GBP shipped which is equivalent to 276 AUD

      How do you get this price?

      I've tried 3 different ways.

      $289.92 through NAB.

      $289.68 through Paypal.

      $286.51 if setting currency on Harrods to AUD.

      • numero8 on 03/01/2017 - 20:52
        +6

        Use your 28 degrees card or Bankwest Zero Platinum and pay in GPB not AUD. The merchants will usually add their own fees if you choose to pay in AUD.

    • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 20:36

      hmm, yeah i initially thought it was cheaper but it seems only cheaper for the 24cm not the 28cm.

      looks like it's 190GPB delivered, which is about $323 with direct conversion (not factoring any fees)

      • numero8 on 03/01/2017 - 20:50
        +5

        Add the item to the cart and the VAT will be deducted

        • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 20:52

          ah gotcha, excellent find then!

    • kookiexoxo on 04/01/2017 - 18:02

      If you register for Harrod's Rewards, there's additional 10% off + deduct VAT.

      • numero8 on 04/01/2017 - 19:56

        I thought the extra 10% off event was over a few days ago but you're right, I just signed in and with the discount it comes to 148.50GBP shipped!

        • kookiexoxo on 04/01/2017 - 22:37

          I thought so as well, it was supposed to finish on the 2nd of Jan.

          Initially it didn't show in my cart, but the 10% was taken off my total amount during checkout on dekstop web browser.
          But it pops up when I use Chrome from my mobile. Don't know when it finishes though.

  • lfak on 03/01/2017 - 20:15
    -5

    https://m.catchoftheday.com.au/product/kitchenaid-5-7l-cast-…

    Different brand but heaps cheaper.

    • no not me on 03/01/2017 - 21:55
      +5

      Not sure if it's better, but it's certainly uglier. Looks like something a hospital meal would be served in, albeit larger.

      I'd also assume it's not better. The OP's product is French made vs KitchenAid's Chinese made offering. Le Creuset also have a very good reputation in terms of longevity and quality.

  • Succulent Synth on 03/01/2017 - 20:39

    I got mine for $100 delivered a few years back thanks to a pricing error. They are so good to cook with.

  • tastycheeks on 03/01/2017 - 20:40
    +5

    These things are hella heavy.

  • BuyoTheCat on 03/01/2017 - 20:47
    +1

    do these these pots have bluetooth or wifi?

    I bought a nice big cast iron pot for $30 that i used often. How do they differ?

    • malouphix on 03/01/2017 - 22:02

      The blue ones have built-in web server with water cooling

    • AustriaBargain on 03/01/2017 - 23:08
      +1

      A wifi meat thermometer built in would be loverly. And heat proof webcam so I can watch it cool on my iPhone. For $300 I wouldn't expect any less.

    • carwashhair on 03/01/2017 - 23:27
      +1

      I bought a nice big cast iron pot for $30 that i used often. How do they differ?

      Well, for starters you'd still be using a Le Creuset. And second, your post would cease to exist

  • Matt88 on 03/01/2017 - 20:48
    +2

    That's a damn expensive camp fire oven

  • eowyn on 03/01/2017 - 20:58

    This is a good deal. I've been searching for these for a couple of months now and this beats the prices I've seen

  • try2bhelpful on 03/01/2017 - 21:08
    +9

    OP - Just ignore the people who do not understand the value of these casserole dishes compared to cheap alternatives.

    • BuyoTheCat on 03/01/2017 - 22:07
      +2

      No I am seriously curious. I mean cast iron pots are cast iron pots right? I do use cast iron or stainless steel pans none of those non stick stuff for me.

      • try2bhelpful on 03/01/2017 - 22:17
        +1

        It is the quality of the devices and the lack of hot spots in the cookware. The lids also seal very well and don't warp over time. They are also relatively easy to clean with a scrub brush, rather than a scourer.

  • pjgirl on 03/01/2017 - 21:09
    +1

    Just curious to those who own this, how much of a difference is between 24cm and 28cm? Could the 24cm work for most dishes?

    Also what is difference between signature and cast iron? Assuming these are same?

    • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 21:39

      It's just a miss-label on the site, all the ones with pictures with metal knobs on the lids are signature range. I got the red one which was listed as "LE CREUSET Cast iron round casserole dish 28cm" and on the invoice when I received it (the package) the description was "LC SGNTURE ROUND CASSEROL".

      The 28cm can fit a decent sized chicken in it comfortably, not sure about the 24cm, MYER and David Jones have them on display if you want to get an idea of how big they are (and also choke when you see the RRP). The oval is a good choice as you can get a smaller one and fit a bigger chicken.

      • pjgirl on 03/01/2017 - 21:50
        +1

        Thanks for the response. Definitely cheapest I've seen so may try grab one as well

    • try2bhelpful on 03/01/2017 - 21:49
      +3

      Differences
      http://www.chefsresource.com/le-creuset-signature-cookware.h…

      The larger size would be good for things like lamb shanks.

      I have both Creuset and Staub ovens and they are both very good. I got the Staub for a very good price from Harvey Norman a while back and the Creuset was a present from an employer. They both get a good workout and I wouldn't go back to cheap. They give a great even heat and are really good for slowcooking in low heat ovens. I don't compromise with my cooking equipment now, I've thrown out too many substandard kitchen devices in the past.

      • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 21:54

        Another awesome thing about the new signature range with the metal knobs is that they don't have a heat limit in the oven. Not that you'd likely cook above 180 but it's nice to not have to worry about the plastic melting.

      • pjgirl on 04/01/2017 - 17:48

        Thanks for the link helped a lot

  • easternculture on 03/01/2017 - 21:46
    +3

    No band 28 … No deal

    • malouphix on 03/01/2017 - 22:02

      Thet have band 850 now

  • spopeblue on 03/01/2017 - 21:55

    Thank you very much OP, this is the last thing missing from my kitchen arsenal, but it was hard to justify $500+ buying one locally. Less than $300 is much more pleasing.

  • jeppikah on 03/01/2017 - 22:39

    Is this the same as this one in Myer which is listed for $194?

    http://www.myer.com.au/shop/mystore/le-creuset-607743410-656…

  • gomazz on 03/01/2017 - 22:48
    +2

    I use a camp oven that I bought about 38 years ago for I think $18. It hasn't worn one bit in that time. It's standard camp oven black. I wouldn't pay an extra $270 for a nice colour.

    • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 23:04

      Inflation aside, is it enamelled?

      • anonymoos on 04/01/2017 - 11:33

        I doubt it! Ive never seen an enameled camp oven.

        • SmartestAlec on 04/01/2017 - 11:34

          would make for some interesting coq au vin then!

  • djmm on 03/01/2017 - 23:02

    Whats the difference between signature and non signature one apart from cosmetics?

    • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 23:13
      +1

      try2behelpful has a more detailed post above but it's more or less

      • slightly new design
      • bigger handles
      • more heat resistant enamel

      If you can get a classic at a really low price with a metal knob then I'd go for it for sure over a more expensive signature

      • djmm on 03/01/2017 - 23:14

        Thanks

  • GordonR on 03/01/2017 - 23:06

    I think the colour pictured is "volcanic" and the other reddish-brown colour is "cerise".

    • SmartestAlec on 03/01/2017 - 23:13

      Yeah the one I got was cerise but it's out of stock now unfortunately

  • beatsntoons on 04/01/2017 - 10:27

    These are good, though I prefer Staub pots. Over a period of time, the matte cast iron holds oils better. Similar to your BBQ.

  • frewer on 04/01/2017 - 10:40

    How does this compare to these from Aldi https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/47597 ?

    • Froot Loops on 08/01/2017 - 00:55
      +1

      Aldi one has a plastic knob. Just don't get the same quality 3rd degree burn as you get with Le Creuset steel knob.

      • frewer on 08/01/2017 - 13:18
        +1

        lol those burns are nasty

  • [Deactivated] on 04/01/2017 - 12:01

    I love cast iron cookware but I am fine with the kmart brand or ideally, the pans you get in your hospitality supplies shops.

    The cast iron cookware you get at restaurant supplies shops are built for durability, they don't advertise (much) and they spend nothing on appearance and aesthetics. So you are buying a functional and useful tool that will last several decades.

    Le Creuset cookware is beautiful, but cast iron is cast iron is cast iron. Buy it if gives you joy, and you can afford it, but for those who want to cook with cast iron and may be put off by the cost - don't be. There are plenty of cheaper functional alternatives out there.

  • NickosFoivos on 04/01/2017 - 12:46
    +1

    It might be pricey but it is perfect foe cooking.

    If you think your kmart quality casserole dish is a good alternative to this, Jesus!

    • [Deactivated] on 04/01/2017 - 13:24
      +2

      Yes I do. I own both kmart, commercial cast iron cookware, and le creuset and am fortunate to be able to compare.

      I do think there is a difference in good quality cookware v cheap nonsense. I have a mix of good quality commercial cookware, as well as some decent Estelle consumer grade stuff. I don't have any qualms with picking up basic stuff from IKEA or kmart if the quality is there.

      But there's no real voodoo or technological performance advantage to your Le Creuset cast iron over cheaper alternatives of cast iron They may be made to a higher standard, and be better quality overall - but the key thing is cast iron cookware is pretty basic, low tech technology. Even roughly made cast iron delivers a comparable result as refined.

      One example: A typical Le Creuset fry pan has a bare cooking surface but an enamelled base and handle. What advantage does enamelling these surfaces have over keeping it bare? It might make it easier to clean, and minimise the chance of rust - but that is easy enough to avoid. It certainly adds to the cost of manufacture, but your omelette, steak, sauteed what-nots are going to taste the same whether it's in a decent basic cast iron pan or a fancier, very beautiful enamelled pan.

      Another: Your Le Creuset 15L steel stock pot has a RRP of $300 (cheaper here: http://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/Brands/Le-Creuset-Enamel-…) It is made of steel, with an enamelled surface. So its basically the same as a camping mug. Does it have a superior base for heat retention? Not really. Does it matter that it doesn't? No, it's a stock pot. You can live with hot spots. You're just simmering here. How does this compare to a similar size Chef Inox pot? It's much much prettier. And you'll be proud to show it off to your friends. This isn't a cast iron product, but it's an example of how much of the prices of Le Creuset lies in the brand and the value people have invested in that brand.

      But each to their own.

      • King Tightarse on 04/01/2017 - 15:14
        +1

        Good post.
        I would like to say that I have a Le Crueset casserole and a similar one I got from aldi and other than the superior solidness of the LeCrueset one, the enamel also seems more bonded to the surface. The aldi one has flaked and chipped more. Could be down to usage,I have had the Aldi one longer, but it seems chippier, if that's a word lol.

        • [Deactivated] on 04/01/2017 - 21:09
          +1

          well that's a bit disappointing quality wise. Aldi do have a pretty good returns policy so they would probably take it back if it annoyed you.

      • SmartestAlec on 04/01/2017 - 15:25
        +3

        One of the purposes of enameling to is allow cooking with acidic liquids (wine, tomatoes etc) that normally react to cast iron and give your food an iron taste. You get the advantage of cooking with cast iron without that particular disadvantage. It doesn't necessarily justify the price, but le creuset enameling has a reputation of lasting a very long time where as cheap alternatives are likely to crack, peel, and stain. If you're cooking with plain cast iron then any brand should do, the main thing you want to concern yourself with is the quality of metal they use as it's often recycled.

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