In this post, You’ll learn the best copper cookware from France, where to buy it, how to clean copper pans, and how to decorate with copper in kitchens.
In the 1700s, the culinary story of France began to develop.
So French craftsmen started to make high-quality copper cookware to meet the requirements.
And now, even today, the greatest French chefs mainly use copper pans to cook their gourmet dishes.
But among all the choices available, how do YOU choose the pan best suited to your needs?
All the answers are in this guide.
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I. The best copper cookware from France
The three best-known brands of copper cookware from France are Mauviel, Dehillerin and Villedieu.
Here are the top 4 French copper cookware sets – and, just between us, the third one happens to be my absolute favorite!
Their reputation is second to none, and their copper pans are used all over the world for decades.
Copper is a very resistant material and this kind of cookware can last hundreds of years.
That’s why you’ll find plenty of French vintage copper pieces.
I can already hear you thinking « Vintage? But why would I cook in old pots? »
Great question!
So why buy vintage copper cookware from France instead of new copper cookware?
Thickness
In general, vintage copper is thicker than new copper cookware. According to the Vintage French Copper blog, Mauviel has also reduced the quality of their copper pans since 2014.
The greater the thickness, the slower the temperature changes (once it’s hot it hangs onto that heat).
Of course, you need a correct quality-to-weight ratio.
Because if you buy a 3mm pan but find it hard to carry it, I bet you won’t use it much!
Aesthetic
On a more personal note, I also find that vintage pieces look better than new.
You’ll find more authentic details and high-quality craftsmanship in antique pieces.
It’s a matter of taste but if you also want to display them in your home, buy vintage instead!
Now, which particular copper pan should you choose?
The first question to ask is:
Do you want to cook with it or do you simply want to display it in your home?
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If you want to cook with your copper cookware:
What type of pot do you use the most? Is it a sauté pan? A cooking pot?
Or maybe there’s a cookware piece you don’t have yet but would love to buy in a copper version?
Here’s how to make an informed choice.