Daniel Boulud Revealed the Cookware He Uses in His Michelin-Star Restaurants, and It’s on Sale

Whenever world-famous French chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud has something to say, we listen. The James Beard Award-winning chef owns several restaurants around the world, including his flagship, Daniel, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in New York City. It makes sense why he’s so celebrated, and if we could cook even half as skillfully as he could, we’d be satisfied.

That’s why we took notice when we saw this TikTok interview of Daniel Boulud, by Isaac Hindin-Miller. In the video, Boulud was asked what his favorite cookware is and what he recommends for home cooks to use. He divulged that his favorite cookware is copper, specifically the brand Mauviel (we love this brand’s copper cookware too). We can’t say we’re too surprised, as copper cookware is known to be an ideal conductor of heat, cooking evenly and quickly. It’s a good option for cooking delicate foods like sauces and seafood, which is why French chefs, like Boulud, think it’s a superior choice.

As cooking enthusiasts ourselves, we went on the hunt for this copper cookware brand that’s been made in France since 1830. Luckily, we found a Mauviel fry pan and a saucepan on sale at Williams Sonoma, and they are a beautiful sight to behold. Shop them now, starting at $180, and start cooking like a Michelin chef in your kitchen.

Mauviel Tri-Ply M’3S Copper 10-Inch Fry Pan

This discounted Mauviel M’3S copper fry pan is the perfect place to start if you want to add copper cookware to your collection. It is made of three layers: a copper exterior, an aluminum core, and a stainless steel interior. This three-metal combination provides even heat and a fast response to temperature changes, making it easier to sear, saute, baste, and more.  The stainless steel interior ensures optimal browning and also makes for an easy cleanup. With the stainless steel handle, it’s so striking that you might want to keep it out in view. 

Shoppers love this pan for its exemplary performance and have shared their cooking experiences, saying the “heat is evenly distributed and it maintains temperature on pointe” and that “it is beautiful and a glory to cook with.”

Whether you pan-roast a lobster or pan-fry a chicken, this 10-inch skillet is up to the task. It is compatible with electric and gas stovetops, and safe to use in the oven and broiler. If you want something a little smaller, it’s also available in an 8-inch size, though it’s not on sale.

Mauviel M’1 50B Copper 2-Quart Saucepan

Mauviel’s M’1 50B copper saucepan is made of a 1.5 mm thick copper exterior and, like the skillet above, has a stainless steel interior. The lid is slightly domed to seal in moisture and circulate heat. With the accent of a double-riveted bronze handle on both the pan and its lid, this saucepan is another stunning piece to look at. 

It’s perfect for a wide range of cooking tasks, like cooking oatmeal for breakfast, delicately poaching eggs, browning butter, and so much more. Shoppers agree, saying this pan is a “game-changer” and that it’s “the best pan for delicate sauces and melting chocolate.”  The 2-quart saucepan is on sale right now for $250, though you can also shop it in other sizes.

Caring for copper cookware is straightforward. After they’ve thoroughly cooled down, these Mauviel pans should be hand-washed and dried immediately. And if you want to keep the copper shiny, grab the Mauviel copper cleaner. 

Elevate your cooking experience by snagging the Mauviel fry pan or copper saucepan while they’re on sale. Once you get them, you might even want to try making some of Boulud’s recipes. Prices start at $180 at Williams Sonoma.

Shop More Mauviel Copper Cookware at Williams Sonoma:

Mauviel M’150B Copper 8- & 10-Inch Fry Pan Set

Mauviel M’150B Copper 3.5-Quart Sauté Pan

Mauviel M’150B Copper 8-Piece Cookware Set

Mauviel M’250B 2-Quart Copper Saucepan

Mauviel M’250B Copper 10-Piece Cookware Set

At the time of publishing, the price started at $180.