Its vibrant color and unique shape makes for a delightful presentation. Imagine using it for baked apples, or applesauce, or pork and apple stew. And, like all of Le Creuset's ovens, it is versatile, going from stovetop to oven to frig to dishwasher. A great gift idea! Because of the excessive weight of this item, a $4.00 shipping surcharge will be applied.