This 12 inch Oval Roasting Pan is perfect for roasting a whole chicken, or making tender vegetables or roasts. Designed by renowned Chef Daniel Boulud this cast iron cookware absorbs heat gently and transfers it evenly throughout the pot for slow, steady cooking. Slow cooking allows for tender and flavorful roasts and vegetables. The durable enamel finish is easy to clean and dishwasher safe. Daniel Boulud is a New York based chef who combines the best of traditional European cooking with the freshest of American ingredients. Growing up on his family's farm near Lyon France he was inspired by his grandmothers cooking, and by 13 he knew he wanted to become a professional chef. His renowned restaurants in New York City include Daniel, a four star eatery on Park Avenue named one of the ten best restaurants in the world. Chef Boulud has personally designed every piece in the DBK line with function and form in mind. This collection is the culmination of his 30 years of cooking with hundreds of different tools combined with Sabatier's extensive experience creating high end cutlery and cookware.