Le Creuset’s Valentine’s Cookware Is My Go-To for Romantic February Cooking – and Too Good to Hide Away, Even in a Tiny Kitchen
In my tiny kitchen, it's great to have cookware I don't have to keep hidden in a cabinet
Would it really be February without a new Le Creuset Valentine's drop? I certainly don't think so.
The new Le Creuset Valentine's sweetheart range is so subtle with its whimsical pastels, timeless whites, and long-grain accasia wood finishes; it's cookware you don't need to hide, which is perfect for freeing up space in my cramped kitchen storage.
The 2026 Le Creuset Valentine's Drop Isn't Just for February
A classic of the collection, year in, year out, the Shallow Heart Cocotte features a cute heart shape and a stainless steel knob. Its shallow depth makes it ideal for heart-warming casseroles, desserts, and breads that are perfectly sized for sharing. Plus, it's availible in six colors.
Just because it's 'seasonal', doesn't mean that Le Creuset has skimped on its classic enamelled cast iron, meaning the pieces will last for countless celebrations and mid-week dinners.
There is a reason the tough yet lightweight (relatively speaking) material has landed the Le Creuset Signature Dutch Oven at the top of our best Dutch oven list for years in a row.
On test, our in-house pros found that it heats evenly and cooks flawlessly, making daily use effortless. Plus, the longevity is undeniable. My mom has her classic deep green set for over 30 years, and it is still going strong to this day. So, if you are going to invest in something so sturdy, why not have some fun with it?
Hebe Hatton, Head of Interiors for Homes & Gardens, adds, 'Heart-themed decor gets a bit of a bad wrap for being kitschy, and don't get me wrong, that can certainly be the case. Le Creuset has struck a careful balance with its Valentine's collection, however.
'Not only is it a sweet seasonal update, but it is also one of the most practical ways to add some personality to a workhorse such as the kitchen. Whether you're using it night after night for dinner, or bringing it out for special occasions, it looks just as at home on your stove or kitchen shelving. It's a sensible investment, and will make for a cute sentimental hand-me-down, too.'
The best news? It makes cleaning a kitchen after dinner simple too, with the pieces being virtually non-stick and safe for cleaning in a dishwasher, so you don't have to worry about stubborn, stuck-on grime in the corners.
The Valentine's Day collection is available now at Le Creuset, with free shipping over $99, and, for orders before February 14th, you can also get a free set of four Le Creuset Mini Heart Serving Bowls (worth $50) with orders over $250 with code LOVEALWAYS at checkout.
The classic cocette cooking pots are a real stand out for sweet serveware.
If something is going to be themed, it has to be pretty enough to convince me to want to use it year-round, and this collection has done just that.
And often, it really is the smallest touches to keep in mind when choosing the best cookware that can make all the difference to your setup, and the Le Creuset Valentine's collection is more than perfect for the task.
You don't need hearts to glamorize your routine and make meal prepping easier mid-week, but they certainly don't hurt, especially when looking to prepare treats for anniversaries and birthdays, too.
I, for one, can't wait to bake my partner's birthday carrot cake cheesecake in the Le Creuset Non-Stick Metal Bakeware Heart Springform Pan (which is currently on sale with $11 off) just for that added touch of love.
What I am particularly thrilled about is the fact that the collection is perfect for creating a non-toxic home. The classic enamel non-stick coating does away with traditional PFAS-based non-stick, which is suspected to have long-term health impacts.
Even the parts of the collection not designed to touch food, such as the heat-proof Le Creuset magnetic heart trivet (to protect your countertops from scorches) is free from harmful BPAs. The attention to detail is immaculate.
The smaller inclusions, such as the stoneware Heart-Shaped Spoon Rest, shoppable at Le Creuset, can also find an easy year-round use on my kitchen counter.
Not only are the handy rests perfectly ridged to keep spoons from slipping or dripping onto a kitchen counter, making cleanup easy, but they are just as helpful for leaving a steeped teabag to cool before trashing.
Other plain picks do the same task, but why not enjoy quirky touches to decorate kitchen counters while boosting functionality? It's a win-win.
Even the most practical of pieces, such as the damage-proof trivets, have been redesigned for a romantic touch that can be used year round.
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Whether kept on the table for use during meals or on the countertop for seasoning during cooking, the stoneware Heart Salt and Pepper Shakers are a lovely accent during mealtime.
The signature three ridges keep spoons, spatulas and ladles from sliding and the wide heart-shaped bowl contains spills. Made from premium stoneware, the spoon rest is finished with a glaze which is easy to clean, dishwasher-safe, and resistant to scratches.
The Heart Acacia Wood Serving Board is a lovely serving platter, cutting board or decorative accent in the kitchen year-round.
Cocottes are the ideal size for cobblers, gratins, desserts, and pot pies. This heart-shaped cocotte features scalloped handles and a colorful glaze that is virtually non-stick for easy cleanup.
This heart-shaped trivet features a magnet that instantly attaches to the bottom of metal cookware for easy serving from oven to table.
The Heart Skillet reimagines Le Creuset's classic enameled cast iron fry pan in a heart shape that is perfectly sized for two. It arrives ready to use, and requires no seasoning.
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