Save Over $100 on Our Top-Rated Le Creuset Dutch Oven and More

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Memorial Day weekend is here, and with it comes barbecues, beach days, and the unofficial start of summer. While we’re excited about all of those things, we’re also pumped about the awesome Memorial Day sales on cookware. We found deep price cuts on some of our favorite tested-and-true pieces, including our favorite Dutch oven from Le Creuset, a durable Lodge cast iron skillet, and an All-Clad roasting rack, from $10.

The Best Memorial Day Weekend Cookware Deals, at a Glance

An Unbeatable Dutch Oven: Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven
A Dual-Handled Cast Iron Skillet: Lodge 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Dual Handles
One of Our Favorite Nonstick Skillets: Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Non-Stick Frying Pan
The Best Wok: Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok
A Great Budget Stainless Steel Skillet: Tramontina Seattle Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel 12-Inch Large Frying Pan
The Best High-Heat Nonstick Skillet: Cuisinart 622-24 Chef's Classic 10-Inch Nonstick Hard Anodized
A Versatile Saucepan: Zwilling Spirit Tri-Ply 4-Quart Stainless Steel Saucepan
Our Favorite Budget-Friendly Dutch Oven: Lodge 4.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
A Set of the Best, Most Versatile Ramekins: Dowan Ramekin Set

Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven

Amazon

$420 $296 at Amazon

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: This is truly the best, most durable Dutch oven out there. Not only did it ace our tests, searing pork shoulder and braising it into silky ribbons, but it's stayed pristine throughout long-term testing (i.e., frequent use). Grab the Dutch oven that’ll last a lifetime while it’s on sale for more than $100 off.

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Lodge 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Dual Handles

Amazon

$44 $25 at Amazon

Cast iron skillets are heavy; lifting them by their single handle can be a wrist workout. Enter the dual-handled cast iron skillet from Lodge, a friend to all those with delicate wrists. The dual handles are wide enough to ensure a good grasp, even with oven mitts or kitchen towels, and the sturdy cast iron is tough and retains heat well, making it great for searing and frying. We see a summer picnic with a basket of crunchy fried chicken in your future.

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Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Nonstick Frying Pan

Amazon

$60 $36 at Amazon

This already affordable nonstick skillet is on sale for Memorial Day weekend—an extra great value. Its even heat distribution helped it ace our tests: Fried eggs released easily, and omelets emerged fluffy and butter yellow. The silicone sleeve that covers the handle is a nice touch, literally.

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Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok

Amazon

$65 $57 at Amazon

With a durable carbon steel body and an elegant wooden handle, the Yosukata wok is easy to use and heats up fast. In our tests, it produced glossy, not greasy, fried rice with a subtle crunch to it, and it released fried eggs easily. The flat bottom makes it compatible with most stovetops, including induction. It’s on sale for Memorial Day weekend–just don’t forget to clip the coupon!

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Made In Stainless Clad Frying Pan

Amazon

$139 $120 at Made In Cookware

This stainless steel skillet has been at the top of our review for years, and it’s stayed there even after frequent re-testing. It heats up quickly and evenly, and the rounded, offset handle makes it comfortable to hold and move. Made In rarely has sales, so get our favorite skillet while it’s on a rare discount.

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Cuisinart 622-24 Chef's Classic 10-Inch Nonstick Hard Anodized Skillet

Amazon

$50 $40 at Amazon

We don’t recommend placing a nonstick skillet over high heat. However, the hard-anodized coating on this skillet from Cuisinart makes it A-OK to do so. It’s even oven-safe to 500°F, which is ideal for sear-and-bake applications. This versatile skillet is 20% off for Memorial Day weekend.

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Tramontina Seattle Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel 12-Inch Large Frying Pan

Amazon

$70 $34 at Amazon

When our budget-pick stainless steel skillet is half off, we really think it’s a great time to buy. Its gently sloping sides ensured proper browning in our tests, and the balanced handle made it easy to toss vegetables and move around the stovetop.

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Lodge 4.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

Amazon

$116 $63 at Amazon

While cheaper Dutch ovens often have less durable enamel, we did like this budget option from Lodge. It seared pork shoulder well and braised it until fall-apart tender. The 4.5-quart size is only $63.

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Zwilling Spirit Tri-Ply 4-Quart Stainless Steel Saucepan

Zwilling

$120 $95 at Amazon

A saucepan is endlessly versatile: It’s just as adept at cooking up pommes puree as making boxed mac and cheese. And this one from Zwilling can do both—and more!—without scorching or warping. The glass lid is a nice touch, letting you see what’s going on in the depths of the pot. This solid saucepan is under $100 for a limited time.

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Dowan Ramekin Set

Amazon

$16 $12 at Amazon

Ramekins are nifty little containers that are excellent for making custards and other desserts and double nicely as snack bowls. We love this classic set from Dowan, which produced fluffy soufflé and evenly baked eggs en cocotte in our tests. They’re now discounted to $12 for a set of six, which breaks down to $2 per ramekin, a steal.

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Emile Henry 9-Inch Pie Dish

Amazon

$50 $33 at Amazon

Summer is pie time, be it peach, coconut cream, or a shiny glazed fresh fruit custard pie. And one of the secrets to a great pie is the pie dish. It provides structure and helps the crust brown. We liked this ceramic option from Emile Henry, which produced golden crusts and pretty, frilly edges. Grab it for 33% off, and get baking!

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Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Braiser

Amazon

$368 $340 at Amazon

A braiser is like a shallow Dutch oven, and its squat form makes it adept at reducing liquids and keeping foods submerged. We’re big fans of Le Creuset's enameled products, and their braiser is no exception. It aced our tests, getting a nice brown crust on meatballs and braising pork cheeks until melt-apart tender. It’s durable as heck, too.

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All-Clad D3 Stainless-Steel Flared Roasting Pan with Rack

Williams Sonoma

$365 $300 at Williams Sonoma

While roasting may not be top of mind in the summer months, buy our favorite roasting pan (at a discount, no less) and you’ll have a head start on fall and winter. Our winning pick from All-Clad combines the brand’s renowned durability with excellent searing and a Goldilocks capacity. In our tests, spuds and chicken emerged gorgeous and golden brown. And who says you can’t have roast chicken in the summer anyway?

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Presto 07073 XL Tilt-N-fold Electric Griddle, Black

Amazon

$70 $60 at Amazon

Forget summer barbecues—summer brunch is what your friends really want. Ply them with pancakes, bacon, and fried eggs all cooked on this handy, spacious electric griddle.

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Heritage Steel 6-Quart Rondeau with Lid

Amazon

$299 $250 at Amazon

A rondeau is a versatile pan that should be better known than it is. It has the wide surface area of a skillet with the 90-degree walls of a sauté pan, plus two handles for easy moving. We grab it for shallow frying and searing, but it’s also built to braise, thanks to its shallow construction. This gorgeous model from Heritage Steel is currently $50 off and worth considering. It’s incredibly responsive and durable, and in our tests, it deeply seared chicken thighs and caramelized cabbage.

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OXO Obsidian 10-Inch Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan

Amazon

$60 $54 at Amazon

We love carbon steel skillets: They’re lightweight, heat up quickly, and get deep sears on foods. This skillet from OXO is one of our top affordable picks, and it’s currently on sale.

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Lodge LDP3 Cast Iron Rectangular Reversible Grill/Griddle

Amazon

$60 $35 at Amazon

This reversible grill and griddle lets you get a deep sear on meats and vegetables right on your stove. You can also use it to flip more than two pancakes at a time, making you the breakfast champion. It’s durable enough to place on a grill or even over a fire pit if you want to get creative with campfire cooking. Grab the dual-use piece for nearly half off.

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Staub Cast Iron 12-inch Square Grill Pan

Walmart

$220 $150 at Amazon

Don’t have a backyard but still crave the thrill of the grill? Enter the grill pan, an indoor cook's hack to get grill marks. This Staub grill pan, which is one of our winners, imparted deep, caramelized grill marks on chicken breasts and zucchini slices, and also made a gorgeously golden grilled cheese. The 32% discount makes it that much more worth it.

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Crock-Pot Crock Pot Artisan Enameled Cast Iron Braiser

Amazon

$100 $56 at Amazon

This Cuisinart braiser was our budget pick in our review, searing and stewing stupendously. It’s nearly half off right now, so while braising might not be top of mind in the summer, maybe it should be.

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Lodge 5-Quart Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Double Dutch Oven

Amazon

$76 $50 at Amazon

An uncoated Dutch oven is a fantastic vessel for baking bread (just look at the photo below, and tell me you’re not convinced). It captures steam, creating that beloved crusty crust and making your boules the talk of the town. Grab one of our favorites from Lodge for 34% off, and don’t forget to feed your sourdough starter.

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FAQs

When was Memorial Day weekend 2025?

Memorial Day was Monday, May 26, but there are still some great deals to be had.

Where can you find the best cookware sales?

Amazon is still having some great Memorial Day sales on cookware, as are other kitchen retailers like Williams Sonoma and Made In.

Why We’re the Experts

Grace Kelly is a senior editor at Serious Eats. She has tested tons of cookware, including Dutch ovens and rondeaus.
We test loads and loads of kitchen gear every year—rigorously! So we know what’s a good deal and worth buying when it’s on sale.

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