Recessed lid design can hold cold water or ice while cooking - intensifying the condensation action - to keep the wonderful flavours and moisture trapped inside. Produced in the Champagne Ardennes region of France, known the world over for its fine food and wine. Each piece of Chasseur Cast Iron Cookware is Unique - every piece is hand cast in individual sand moulds which are destroyed after each use. Manual Enamelling Process - the trademark Chasseur coloured enamel is skillfully applied by hand to each unique piece by trained experts. Heavier lid seals off the pan to keep the flavour and nutrients in. Recessed lid design can hold cold water or ice while cooking, intensifying the condensation action. Evenly distributed spikes on the inner lid for self-basting effect, keeping your food moist and tender. Environmentally Friendly - Chasseur uses up to 80% recycled material and is 100% recyclable. Suitable for all Heat Sources Including Induction. Beautiful enough to use from the stove top or oven - straight to the table top. Heavy lid with unique concentric