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Spring Oven - Blue Glazed - for a crusty loaf

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BB-2147
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£92.00 £76.67

The award-winning Spring Oven – Blue Glazed is a beautifully crafted terracotta baking cloche, designed in Britain by Patrick Kendal and handmade in Portugal by skilled artisans. Created to help bakers achieve the perfect loaf, the Spring Oven traps and releases steam at just the right moment, ensuring a crisp, golden crust and a beautifully risen crumb.

This high-fired terracotta cloche is crafted using traditional slip-casting techniques, a slow and skilful process that results in exceptional quality. The inner base is finished with a smooth blue glaze, giving it an elegant look while making it easier to clean. Its specially designed water channel in the base holds water that generates steam as the oven heats, mimicking the effect of a professional bread oven.

Originally developed as a university design project promoting healthy eating, the Spring Oven won a Design Council Award in 2014 and was later brought to market through a successful Kickstarter campaign. It remains a favourite among artisan bakers looking for a natural way to bake 500g round boules with outstanding crust and texture.

Key Features:

  • Award-Winning Design – Winner of a 2014 Design Council Award for innovation.
  • Steam-Generating Base – A built-in water channel helps create bakery-quality loaves
  • High-Fired Terracotta – Handmade in Portugal for exceptional durability.
  • Blue-Glazed Finish – A smooth, elegant surface that’s easy to clean.
  • Perfect for 500g Boules – Designed for artisanal round loaves with an authentic crust.

Dimensions:

  • Base Diameter: 27.5cm (21cm baking area inside the water channel).
  • Total Dimensions (with lid): 32cm diameter, 17.5cm high.

Product Care:

  • Wipe clean or hand-wash with warm water (not dishwasher or microwave safe).
  • Allow to cool before washing and dry thoroughly before storing.
  • Oven-safe, but not suitable for use on a hob.

Handcrafted with care, the Spring Oven – Blue Glazed combines tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation, bringing a piece of award-winning design to your home baking.

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