Browning, heat retention, self-basting, evenly cooks, handles are ergonomically easy to use. I love using this piece so much I bought another. The 3.5 quart brazier. My favorites. My only regret is I wish I bought these years ago.
My recent purchase of a cast iron French Dutch Oven is my first in the Staub product line. Absolutely love it! The grenadine color option was so unique online and even more stunning whether in prep on my gas stove or in service atop my table. The pamphlet on proper care is written with clarity. My first use proved its design leads to a tasty meal. Cleanup was a breeze. I will certainly consider purchasing Staub products in the future. Extremely pleased.
This was my first Staub andmy first thought was did I wait to get the first one?! It had great heat distribution and retention. The color is gorgeous and it makes my happy to see it on my stove. The dish I prepared required high to low temps, and I had to take it off the heat while the burner cooled to low (1960s cast iron burners can retain heat too - LOL). With the heat retention, there was no interruption to the cooking. The dish came out great and i was so pleased with the performance. The size is perfect for how I cook for a family of two who likes leftovers. Still nervous about the enamel coming from metal/iron pans. It will just be a learning process, and keeping husband with his steel pads away from it. 8)