La Cocina 7pc Cast Iron Enamel Set vs Bon Voyage 3-Leg Cast Iron Potjie — Side-by-Side Comparison
TL;DR
Both are cast iron, but they answer two different questions. La Cocina 7pc Amber (R1,299) is enamel-coated cast iron in a European Dutch oven shape — flat-bottom, glossy enamel inside, designed for indoor stovetop and oven cooking. Bon Voyage 3-Leg Potjie (see current prices below depending on size) is bare cast iron in the South African three-leg form — built for open-fire potjiekos over coals at the braai. If you cook indoors and want one set that handles braises, stews, and oven dishes, La Cocina. If you cook outdoors over wood or coals and want the authentic SA potjie shape, BV.
Side-by-Side
| Factor | La Cocina 7pc Amber | Bon Voyage 3-Leg Cast Iron Potjie |
|---|---|---|
| Pieces | 7 (incl. 26cm Frypan, 20cm & 22cm Round Casseroles) | 1 (sized by potjie number: ¼, ½, 2, 3, 4) |
| Price | R1,299 | See the current Bon Voyage prices below |
| Material | Enamel-coated cast iron | Bare cast iron |
| Shape | Flat-bottom Dutch oven / casserole | Three-leg pot, rounded body |
| Cooking surface | Indoor stovetop, oven (enamel = no seasoning needed) | Open fire, coals, braai |
| Maintenance | Hand wash; enamel doesn’t need seasoning | Seasoning required; oil after each use |
| Best for | Slow-cook stews, braises, oven-finished dishes, induction stoves | Authentic potjiekos, outdoor cooking, gatherings |
Recommended For
- “I cook indoor stews on a Sunday” → La Cocina 7pc. Enamel surface, oven-safe, no seasoning headache. The 7-piece set covers most indoor cast iron use cases.
- “I want to make real potjiekos at the braai” → Bon Voyage 3-Leg Potjie. The three legs sit directly over coals; the rounded body and tight-fit lid trap moisture the way potjiekos needs.
- “I’m cooking for big family gatherings” → BV Potjie No. 3 or No. 4. The sizing system is built around how many people you’re feeding.
- “I’m new to cast iron and don’t want to learn seasoning” → La Cocina. Enamel removes the maintenance step entirely.
- “I cook both indoors and outdoors” → Honest answer: you’ll end up with both, but if forced to pick one, start with whichever style of cooking you do more weekends.
Bon Voyage — Made in South Africa, trusted by millions of families
Compare the full Bon Voyage range by capacity in the table below. Choose the exact size on the product page before ordering.
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Bon Voyage Potjie sizes, prices and availability
| Size | Capacity | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1/4 | 0.7 L | R 249.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 1/2 | 1.2 L | R 419.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 2 | 6.0 L | R 699.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 3 | 7.8 L | R 749.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 4 | 9.3 L | R 1,399.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 6 | 13.5 L | R 1,899.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 20 | 56.0 L | R 4,699.00 ZAR | In stock |
| No. 25 | 70.0 L | R 4,999.00 ZAR | In stock |
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