DUCQ Cookware set (Cooking pan ø 16 / 18 / 20 / 24 cm + sauce pan ø 16 cm + Casserole ø 26 cm) + Lids - Downdraft - stainless steel - 6 piece set

Forget the chaos of mismatched pans, coatings that give up after a year, and handles that burn your fingers while you're focused on perfecting a sauce. The DUCQ Downdraft Cookware set - 6-piece sets you up with a complete, professional foundation in one go. This is the cookware set that changes everything - from a quick weeknight pasta to a Sunday roast that leaves the whole table speechless. One set, six pieces, zero compromises.

Why This Set Belongs in Your Kitchen

• Complete from day one - Four saucepans, one steelpan, one braadpan, and lids for every piece. You'll never reach for a pan that isn't there.
• Works on every heat source - Induction, ceramic, gas, electric, halogen - this set plays well with everyone, including your downdraft cooktop.
• Stainless steel that means business - No flaking, no fading, no drama. Premium RVS construction built to last years, not months.
• Cold-grip handles - Stay cool under pressure, literally. No oven mitts required when you're stirring, lifting, or plating at speed.
• Oven-safe construction - Start on the hob, finish in the oven. One pan, one dish, less washing up. That's smart cooking.
• Dishwasher safe - After a great meal with great company, the last thing you want is an hour at the sink. Toss them in and enjoy the moment.

Built for the Way You Actually Cook

The DUCQ Downdraft collection was designed for real kitchens - not just the ones in magazines. The ø 16 cm saucepan is your go-to for sauces, reheating stocks, or melting butter with precision. Scale up to the ø 18 cm or ø 20 cm for soups, grains, and vegetables that deserve proper space to cook. The ø 24 cm saucepan handles family-sized portions without breaking a sweat - think big batches of pasta sauce, hearty stews, or that broth you've been simmering low and slow all afternoon.

The ø 16 cm saucepan is the unsung hero of this set. Whisk a hollandaise, reduce a wine jus, or warm up yesterday's leftovers with complete control. And then there's the ø 26 cm casserole - the centrepiece of your Sunday table. Sear, braise, roast. It handles all of it with the kind of even heat distribution that turns a good cook into a great one.

Every pan in this set comes with a matching lid, so you're locking in heat, flavour, and moisture exactly when it matters most. Cooking with lids on means faster results, better energy efficiency, and dishes that taste like they took twice as long to make.

The Downdraft Advantage - Design Meets Function

If you cook on a downdraft cooktop, you already know that most cookware wasn't designed with your setup in mind. The DUCQ Downdraft series is specifically optimised for these systems - the low-profile, precision-engineered design ensures your extraction unit can work effectively without interference. No awkward angles, no blocked airflow, no compromises on performance. It's a cookware set that's been thought through from the base up.

The stainless steel construction isn't just about looks - though it does look seriously sharp in a modern kitchen. RVS distributes heat evenly across the base and up the sides, which means fewer hot spots, more consistent results, and sauces that don't catch in the corner while you're not looking. The size markings on the inside of each pan are a small detail that makes a big difference when you're following a recipe and precision matters.

And yes, these pans are oven-safe - which opens up a whole world of cooking techniques. Brown your meat on the hob, transfer directly to the oven, and let the heat do the rest. One pan. One cleanup. Maximum flavour.

Quality You'll Notice from the First Use

DUCQ has built a reputation on one simple idea: cookware should work harder than you do. Every piece in this set reflects that philosophy - from the weight of the stainless steel in your hand to the satisfying seal of a lid sitting perfectly in place. This isn't a set you'll replace in two years. This is a set you'll tell your friends about, lend to family, and reach for every single day without a second thought.

The silver finish stays looking smart wash after wash, whether you're hand-rinsing or loading the dishwasher after a long evening. There's no precious coating to baby, no special treatment required. Just cook, clean, and enjoy.

💡 Tip: For the best results with stainless steel, always preheat your pan before adding oil or butter. A few seconds over medium heat creates a natural non-stick surface and gives your ingredients that satisfying sizzle from the first contact. Your eggs, your fish, your seared vegetables - all better for it.

Specifications

• Collection: Downdraft
• Type: Pan Set
• Number of pieces: 6
• Material: Stainless Steel (RVS)
• Colour: Silver
• Shape: Round
• Suitable for: Downdraft cooktop extraction
• Cold-grip handles: Yes
• Size markings: Yes
• Lids included: Yes
• Induction: Yes
• Ceramic: Yes
• Gas: Yes
• Electric: Yes
• Halogen: Yes
• BBQ: No
• Oven-safe: Yes
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Cooking techniques: Boiling, Frying
• Non-stick coating: None
• Brand: DUCQ

What's Included

• Saucepan ø 16 cm with lid
• Saucepan ø 18 cm with lid
• Saucepan ø 20 cm with lid
• Saucepan ø 24 cm with lid
• Saucepan ø 16 cm with lid
• Casserole ø 26 cm with lid

Six pieces. Every heat source. One set that handles everything from a Tuesday night stir-fry to a slow-braised weekend showstopper. If you're serious about what happens in your kitchen - and we think you are - the DUCQ Downdraft Cookware set is the upgrade your cooking has been waiting for. Add it to your cart and start cooking the way it was meant to be done.