General Collection — Pillivuyt

The General Collection by Pillivuyt brings together white porcelain pieces made in France by the Cher manufactory: jugs, tart moulds, gratin dishes, salad bowls and more. An understated porcelain, resistant to shocks and used both at home and in restaurants.

The General Collection specificity

The General Collection gathers Pillivuyt's white "service" pieces — utilitarian references that are at once beautiful and professional-grade. The Pillivuyt, founded in 1818 and based in Mehun-sur-Yèvre since 1853, makes its porcelain in France is renowned for its resistance to thermal and mechanical shocks, and for its neutrality that showcases preparations.

• White porcelain made in France in Mehun-sur-Yèvre (Cher)
• Pieces highly resistant to thermal and mechanical shocks — oven- and dishwasher-safe
• Broad catalogue: jugs, tart moulds, gratin dishes, salad bowls, formats from miniature to large capacity

The most popular pieces in the General Collection

A few formats account for most of the purchases on AZ boutique.

• Jug 8 cl white: the best-seller AZ boutique, ideal to serve juices, sauces or condiments
• Round tart mould Ø 31 cm white: large format for family tarts, fast heat transmission
• Oval gratin dish 26 × 19 cm: for gratins, oven dishes and table service
• Standard salad bowl 100 cl: understated design, versatile from daily use to entertaining
• Round tart mould Ø 11.5 cm: small format for individual tartlets

Choosing within the General Collection

Why is this collection so popular?

The General Collection is Pillivuyt's "white classics" range — pieces that last, match any tableware and go straight from oven to table. It is one of the most used references in French restaurants, for the same reason as at home: the reliability of Mehun-sur-Yèvre porcelain.

Which tart mould should I choose?

For a family tart (6 to 8 servings), go for the round Ø 31 cm mould. For individual tartlets, the round Ø 11.5 cm is the right format. The porcelain mould has the advantage of going directly from oven to table — no need to transfer the tart.

Jug, gratin dish, salad bowl: what are they used for?

The 8 cl jugs are used to serve sauces, juices, dressings and condiments. Oval gratin dishes are the reference for gratins and oven dishes. Standard salad bowls are the versatile table pieces: salads, sides, fruit.

Is Pillivuyt porcelain oven- and dishwasher-safe?

Yes, Pillivuyt porcelain withstands thermal shocks and is oven- and dishwasher-safe. Avoid extreme temperature swings (very hot → cold water) to preserve the longevity of the finest pieces.

The General Collection on AZ boutique

Discover Pillivuyt's General Collection by Pillivuyt on AZ boutique, from jugs to large tart moulds. To explore more pieces, browse the Tableware and Cookware sections.

Also at Pillivuyt: Basket, Sancerre , Quartet, Europe.