Chantal cookware has been around for 50 years, and steadily gaining popularity. They offer a lineup not seen from any other cookware manufacturer, including such unique features as Japanese 21/0 stainless steel, enameled carbon steel, allergen-free cookware, and more. All Chantal cookware lines are induction compatible, which may account for its growing popularity--induction cooking is also becoming more popular in the US.
Chantal also makes bakeware, assorted countertop items (salt shakers, utensil crocks, butter keepers and more), and are probably best known for their high quality tea kettles. This review covers only Chantal cookware.
Chantal Cookware at a Glance
Here's a summary table of the different lines of Chantal cookware.
All Chantal cookware has these features:
- Induction compatibility
- Tempered glass lids (though oven-safe temp can differ).
We put an asterisk on the lines we recommend.
NOTE: Table may not be visible in mobile view.
Cookware | Rating | Features | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
 | -21/0 stainless (nickel free) -Oven safe to 500F -Dripless pouring rims -Helper handle on big pcs. -Lifetime warranty -4yr wty. on nonstick -Stainless or ceramic -$50/85 for sklt/cer. sklt -$250/300 for set/cer. set -11" skillet weighs 2 lbs. | -Very small amt of copper -Aluminum disc base provides main heat transfer -Skillets have very sloped sides (small cooking surface) -Made in China. | |