Emile Henry's ceramic bread bakeware is special due to its high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design. Made from Burgundy clay using a proprietary High Resistance Oven Ceramic manufacturing process, the bread bakeware is highly resistant to thermal shock, allowing it to go straight into a hot oven and remain warm for longer. The unique covered baker shape helps to elevate baking skills and is perfect for baking bread for sandwiches and easy slicing. This special bread baker, with its even heat distribution and steam-trapping lid, is highly regarded by professional chefs and home cooks alike for its ability to create delicious, perfectly baked loaves