When Steph de Sousa reaches for the same pan, video after video, you know it’s worth paying attention to. The Instagram cooking queen and ex-Masterchef contestant has a not-so-secret weapon: a $24.99 cast-iron pan from ALDI that rivals Le Creuset’s $850 version.
And here’s the best part: it’s coming back to ALDI’s middle aisle this Wednesday, 12 November, with a festive twist that makes it even more giftable. Every single kitchen needs a great cast-iron pan. It’s the ultimate all-rounder, perfect for searing, sauteeing, roasting, and simmering, and it can last a lifetime if treated right.
So, if you’ve been dreaming of upgrading your kitchenware before the holiday hosting begins, this is your sign. Whether you’re whipping up a family roast, a hearty stew, or one of Steph’s famous one-pan dinners, ALDI’s Crofton cookware range is the affordable way to bring a touch of French flair (and festive cheer) into your kitchen this Christmas.
ALDI’s Crofton cookware range
From Wednesday, you can expect to find the Crofton cast-iron French pan in stores. They have a limited-edition Christmas embossed lid and come in three festive colours: red, green, or white. Plus, it’s suitable for all stovetops, including induction.
New to their collection is an acacia wooden cutting board ($19.99) with an over-the-counter edge for stability when cutting and a grooved edge to catch any drops. Choose from a range of wooden vegetable or herb tools ($9.99), such as herb rocker, mortar and pestle, grater, salt and pepper dish or vegetable shredder. There will be Christmas cooking gadget assortments ($4.99), cooking utensil assortments ($4.00), a carbon steel roaster with rack ($14.99), Peppertree novelty apron, fabric wine holders, gift bags or gift wrap mix ($7.99), and ceramic oven-to-table baking dishes with a wooden stand (19.99).
Also new is gorgeous glass assorted festive drinkware for $9.99, an assortment of festive servingware for $21.99 and a mirror tray or candle holder for $39.99.
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We reached out to Steph for comment on the Crofton cookware range, but are yet to hear back.
