Victoria Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet

The very best quality cast-iron. The pre-seasoning is good, but I seasoned it myself after washing/drying it the first time, a light coating of sunflower oil and an hour in the oven at 210°C. Now it's better than Teflon and fries an egg to perfection. Do yourself a favour and buy (at least) one of these.

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I was a bit skeptical at first but I am so happy that I went ahead and purchased this product.

It cooks really well and heats up relatively quickly as well, the initial seasoning on the pan was also done very well.

I've been using it every day since receiving it and my steaks are coming out brilliantly! Maybe a bit small when cooking for multiple people, so if purchasing for a family then look at a bigger size but if you are cooking for one, maybe even two, it is absolutely perfect!

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I had excellent customer service from V&A Waterfront Yuppiechef (wish I asked for her name) who gave us such great advice about this pan and caring for it. We have now used it a few times and the steaks and sauces have been exceptional - we might never need to go to a steak house! Remember never to use olive oil on it. As it retains heat really well, it's not necessary to cook on a high heat throughout. Read more

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Great pan. I want a bigger size.

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Fantastic quality cast iron pan. Worth every cent. 30cm is a big pan great for family of 4. Comes Already seasoned and Cleans easily, just follow the care instructions.

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The fact that this product is already seasoned was a huge bonus for us. We also gave it a season after the first use and this was not needed again. We love our cast iron products and experience the cast iron quality much better in comparison to the others we already have.

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Again... stop browsing cast iron skillets and just buy this one.

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I love the cast iron skillet. It came seasoned and ready for use. It's a good investment.

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Enjoy my cast iron skillet. It is heavy, yes, but makes my food so flavourful, and it is a non-stick pan as well. Now I am a cast iron fan.

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Awesome!

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5 out of 5 stars

"This product is amazing!"

Item reviewed: 30cm

Review by Tshimo K. on 20 September 2020, 16 days after purchase

Verified Owner

I am actually buying one for my sister in law and my niece....That's how I love all your products!!!!!!

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A brilliant piece of kit which every kitchen should have.

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Used it a couple of times and really enjoyed it. Heats up really quickly and works well for around 500g steak cut 2cm thick.

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I have owned this skillet for a year now, cooking on it every single day. It is important to do your research before getting into cast iron, it most certainly will not work for everyone but if you are willing to give this skillet that extra bit of attention and care it will pay off in the cooking experience. When properly seasoned, this skillet will cook almost anything without sticking from eggs (whole or scrambled) to omelettes and potatoes, and it is especially great for meat. The skillet is also excellent if you like making thick crust pizza or bread! I can't tell any difference in performance between Victoria and a brand such as Lodge which I have used in the past, except for the Victoria being less expensive and, in my opinion, a better deal. Read more

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This pan is well made and of excellent quality. It is very great value for money.

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We needed to equip our kitchen in a hurry and we got 3 skillets from 3 different brands. One year later, the difference is evident. Only the Victoria one has a beautiful deep black coating (seasoning). We use the skillets every day, but the Victoria is my favourite, easy to clean, nothing sticks. Even delicate fried fish works well. You need to get used to it, but the results are superior. Now we will replace our ”non-stick” wok with a Victoria. Read more

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Great pan when looked after correctly. They get easier and easier to clean as you use them and the seasoning builds up even more.

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5 out of 5 stars

THE Hottest little pan I own

Item reviewed: 16cm

Review by Hazel C. on 24 July 2021, 3 days after purchase

Verified Owner

The cutest little pan that after using it turns out that it can sear at low heat. Mine was non-stick from the start and after washing I just smeared it with oil again.
It also fits inside my gas braai with the lid closed. I have pans made by most of the famous brands but this one is the hottest. It's brilliant, love it.

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5 out of 5 stars

I love cooking with cast iron

Item reviewed: 16cm

Review by Cherie O. on 27 July 2021, 14 days after purchase

Verified Owner

A very small pan is so useful for single meals, like fried egg on toast!

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A dinky skillet ideal for frittatas for one. Its non-stick properties beat other non-stick coatings hands down.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it

Item reviewed: 25cm (no longer available)

Review by Hope B. on 12 September 2021, over 6 months months after purchase

Staff Review

Love my pan! I have used it almost everyday since the day I bought it. Absolutely love it and how versatile it is. I have used it on my stove, in the oven and on the braai too! Love that it is so hardcore.

The seasoning was a bit painful at first but once I got the hang of it, it became part of my cleaning routine and now it doesn't even feel like an extra task. SO worth it!

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I bought this pan for my partner, who is a very serious cook. He’s been researching cast iron skillets for a long time and I was really nervous about committing to one, but I’m so glad I did. It has been a dream to cook with, nothing sticks, the pre seasoning is good, and it has been nothing but wonderful so far.

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5 out of 5 stars

Victoria seasoned cast iron skillet

Item reviewed: 16cm

Review by Sannelie V. on 31 December 2021, 17 days after purchase

Verified Owner

I like to use cast iron pots and skillets. This is the perfect size for small pancakes and just big enough for a single omelette.

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Got this for my husband for Xmas as he is a foodie and he loves loved loves it! Would deff recommend it to anyone who is a foodie as it is excellent value for the price.

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Wow, I feel like a chef using this skillet. I have had it for 2 weeks and I have used it most days. Everything seems to taste more delicious. And the cleaning and seasoning is really no problem. A little care and this baby is going to give back for many years I can tell. I want another one now in a bigger size and want to toss all my other pans. Never going to buy a "non-stick" pan again. I also got the grill-pan and love that too. Read more

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5 out of 5 stars

Victoria cast iron the best!

Item reviewed: 30cm

Review by Juan H. on 24 April 2022, over 6 months months after purchase

Verified Owner

What makes this skillet remarkable is that you can use it on any heating surface, including fire!

The even distribution of heat makes huge difference to your cooking. I use coconut oil for both cooking and seasoning and works very well.

This will be the only skillet you ever need, with a lifetime warranty for peace of mind!

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This pan makes the best steaks. It keeps the heat high and even throughout the pan. Very versatile as it can also be thrown into the oven directly.

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In love with this pan! Just buy it! Just treat your seasoning nicely and it'll thank you for it by providing the nicest cooking experience ever :)

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Love the pre-seasoned cast iron pans — this size and the large. This size seemed small at first but 2 eggs fit perfectly inside and it's great for warming up small amounts of food.
Food sticks a bit at first but loosens up with a little water on the hob for a minute or two. I feel it will only improve with use!

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This is my first experience with cast iron, and I don't know how but when I cook steak it hardly curls up or doesn't curl up at all, meaning even searing and gorgeous tasty steaks!

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Used my pan for the first time yesterday — it's easy to use, versatile for stove top as well as oven use. very easy to clean and was even able to season it easily. Will definitely be purchasing more from this range — happy customer!

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I bought this pan for health reasons. I have used non-stick pans all my life but had no idea how toxic they were to humans!

So I bought this cast iron pan which has been seasoned already. However, I still need to season it until it becomes naturally non-stick.

It takes time and effort but it's worth it for health. This is a quality product, and the delivery of it was very convenient. I recommend both the product and Yuppiechef. Read more

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5 out of 5 stars

Loving it so far.

Item reviewed: 30cm

Review by Sean M. on 19 May 2025, 16 days after purchase

Verified Owner

Great heavy and sturdy.

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3 out of 5 stars

Not the easiest frying pan to use

Item reviewed: 20cm

Review by Joash N. on 25 November 2019, 1 month after purchase

Verified Owner

I was really excited to own my very first cast iron skillet, but every time I've used it, I've had less than impressive results.

One of the reviews here said it's the best pan to fry eggs in, I love eggs - fried, scrambled, any which way they can be done. I have not managed to cook one good egg in this pan!

It's mostly because temperature control is really difficult, the pan either gets way too hot, and then everything tastes burnt, or the pan is not hot enough and things aren't cooked properly (i.e. flaccid eggs).

My last hope for this fry pan is a cast iron skillet cookie, but I'm probably reaching for the stars on that one too... Read more

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Everythings sticks when I cook in it.

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Far too small for regular use in kitchen... and I bought 2. One for holiday home.

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