The build quality is excellent, reminds me of my mother’s un-enameled cast iron pans from the 70s. Without knowing the benefits, I naturally prefer the matte finish interior for its superior cooking qualities. Then the moisture and heat retention turns my cooking into commercial grade. I have no reason for going to a restaurant.
Wonderful piece. This Dutch oven looks even better than the photos. Great for family gatherings. The dimples on the inside of the lid baste and keep the food moist. The lid also seals very well, (better than my other Dutch oven’s, I won’t mention names). I have had nothing but praise for the food cooked in this Staub. I couldn’t recommend it more highly!
Looks beautiful. Early on but it seems like it will be a great addition for years to come. It lives out in the open on our stovetop since it’s the best looking cooking tool in the kitchen.
This thing is an absolute unit!! It's clearly built with extremely high quality standards. The enamel is flawless, and the color match between my two pieces (this and a 4 qt I have as well) is excellent. I love the flat lid as well to hold a spoon, vs. other brands I considered with a curved lid that spoons slid off of. Overall, the even heating and moisture distribution has worked exactly as advertised and I can't wait to continue using this for many years to come!