France is not only the home of traditional cuisine – think coq au vin, bouillabaisse and beef bourguignon – but also lays claim to some of the world’s most outstanding cookware. Francis Staub’s first cast iron cocotte was designed in 1974 in Alsace, laying the groundwork for Staub cookware’s singular aim: to bring people together through delicious food. Cooking with Staub cast iron focuses on heat retention, so you can leave your one-pot dishes to cook slowly until you’re ready to serve at the table, family style. Not only incredibly durable and easy to clean, versatile Staub cocottes and casserole dishes are available in an array of eye-catching colours, from deep, glossy hues to neutral shades to match or accent your kitchen.