Yes – caring for your beloved cast iron dishes might take a little work, but how else did you think they survive generation after generation? And so, with Le Creuset's range of cookware expanding with every season, we bring you a complete guide to everything you need to know, from the latest launches and the craziest collabs, to the clean and care requirements and fan favourites .

Le Creuset has launched a beautiful new Olive Branch Collection, inspired by the sun-drenched fields of Provence. It’s no secret that we’re crazy-obsessed with pretty much anything Le Creuset – whether it’s Salt and Pepper Mills or Cast Iron Bread Ovens – which is why we're always on top of any of the brand's launches. Fancy a look into what the brand has released so far this year? If you look after your Le Creuset (and follow our cleaning requirements listed below), then you're pretty much set on having Le Creuset for life. Seriously. What colours are available? The year is 1925, and Armand Desaegher and Octave Aubecq put their heads together and design the very first French oven casserole dish. Almost a century later and Le Creuset is one of the most iconic cookware brands in the world, with signature products, dozens of collections and over 16 glorious colourways to choose from. When it comes to cleaning tools, avoid using scourers or abrasive cleaners as they can cause damage. Instead, reach for soft, nylon pads or brushes for cleaning in between the ribs on the grills, or for removing small food deposits.We get it, it's a sizeable upfront cost for a piece of cookware. But think of it this way – high quality materials, even higher standards and expert craftspeople, everything Le Creuset produce is designed with absolute care and provides an exceptional performance. Across the globe, it's rumoured that there's an extensive range of over 100 colours. But for us Brits, there's 16 colourways to choose from. Delish's favourites include the classic orange Volcanic, the ocean blue Marseille and the crisp cream Meringue. Do Le Creuset have shops?