To get the party started, choose a crêpe maker that suits the number of guests and the size of crêpes you want to make. A gourmet hamper makes a lovely treat to share, while a workshop is an experience to enjoy another time, as long as the location and booking arrangements suit the recipient.
If guests want to make their own crêpes at the table, look for appliances with several cooking areas and check which accessories are included. Lagrange and Tefal, for example, offer models designed to cook several small crêpes at once.
A large non-stick plate means you can skip the seasoning process. Krampouz, for instance, distinguishes between its non-stick Diabolo and its cast-iron Billig, which needs preparing before first use.
A box of crêpe dentelle biscuits makes a lovely addition to dessert or a thoughtful gift for your host. Prepared crêpes need to be stored correctly, while a workshop requires the recipient to be able to travel to the venue and book a place.
First decide whether the gift is meant to be used during the party or enjoyed later. This affects both the type of gift and what you need to check.
| What matters | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking together | Number and size of cooking areas; included accessories. | If everyone is going to join in at the table, I’d look for several small cooking areas rather than one large plate. Around 31% of consumers put getting involved at the top of their list. |
| Ease of use | Whether seasoning is needed; instructions for cleaning the plate. | If the appliance is to be used at the first party, I’d avoid one that needs technical preparation beforehand. Around 25% of consumers say ease of use is their main requirement. |
| A tasty treat | Type of product, allergens, date and storage instructions. | I want to bring something to share without giving equipment, while making sure I can tell a biscuit apart from ready-to-serve crêpes. Around 19% of consumers put a food treat first. |
| Regular use | Plate diameter, available space and cleaning requirements. | For someone who wants to make large crêpes or galettes regularly, I’d be happy to choose an appliance that needs a little more preparation. Around 13% of consumers prioritise regular use. |
| An experience to enjoy | Location, number of participants, booking and voucher validity. | If the recipient enjoys learning, I could give them an activity rather than an object, provided they can get to the venue. Around 12% of consumers put a workshop first. |
The Gavottes box featured by Carrefour contains chocolate-coated crêpe dentelle biscuits. It’s a tasty treat, but it doesn’t include anything for making crêpes with your guests.
Give it as a dessert or a thoughtful gift for your host. If cooking is part of the party, make sure you have everything else you need to prepare and serve the crêpes.
Krampouz says its Billig needs seasoning before first use. That may not be ideal if you’re giving a gift that the recipient wants to unwrap and use that very evening.
Consider whether the recipient will enjoy the preparation and upkeep involved. If not, look for a model that’s explicitly described as needing no prior seasoning.
A box of biscuits and fresh crêpes may need to be transported differently. Carrefour Traiteur advises keeping its 12 plain crêpes between 0 and 4 °C after purchase.
Before giving the exact product, check its date, storage instructions and ingredients, especially any allergens highlighted on the label.
The Smartbox voucher featured by E.Leclerc is for a sweet crêpe-making workshop in Saint-Philbert-de-Grand-Lieu, in Loire-Atlantique. It isn’t a substitute for an activity available on the evening of the party.
Make sure the location works for the recipient, then check the number of participants, booking arrangements and validity of the voucher you choose.
An experience rather than a kitchen appliance: E.Leclerc features a 3-hour sweet crêpe-making workshop for 2 people in Loire-Atlantique.
Tefal’s Crêpier Gourmet comes with two interchangeable plates: one for two medium-sized crêpes and another for six mini crêpes.
Lagrange describes its Tradi’ Multi as a crêpe maker that can cook seven small crêpes at once.
Krampouz offers two distinct options: the Diabolo, with a 33 cm non-stick plate, and the traditional Billig, with a cast-iron plate.
These appliances suit different kinds of party: making several small crêpes, using a large plate or choosing a tabletop appliance that combines crêpes and grilling. Before you choose, check which cooking format is most important to the recipient.
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Worth considering if the recipient wants a tabletop appliance for crêpes and grilling. The product name indicates a non-stick coating; check the care instructions for each part before giving it as a gift.
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The 35 cm diameter is worth considering if the gift is for making large crêpes. Allow enough space on the table and for storage; if you’re planning to make small crêpes, check which accessories you’ll need for that size.
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Its four 12 cm cooking areas make it a good fit for a party centred on small crêpes. If you’re expecting larger ones, choose a suitable size; also allow for the clear space around the appliance specified in its instructions.
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The six 12 cm cooking areas are suited to making small crêpes at the table, rather than large galettes. If temperature control is important to the recipient, check how the appliance is operated before buying.
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Consider this for a party that includes crêpes, raclette and grilling, rather than one focused solely on crêpes. The product is designed for eight people and comes with eight mini pans; if crêpes are the main event, check how much cooking space is set aside for them and how many can be cooked at once.
Not if guests are expected to cook crêpes. The Gavottes box featured by Carrefour contains 36 chocolate-coated crêpe dentelle biscuits. It’s a treat to share, but you’ll need to add ready-made crêpes or the equipment needed to cook them if you’re hosting the meal.
Read the ingredients list, check for allergens and follow the storage instructions for the specific product. The DGCCRF reminds consumers that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on the labels of pre-packed foods.
Keep them at the temperature stated on the packaging during transport and until serving. For its 12 plain crêpes, Carrefour Traiteur advises keeping them between 0 and 4 °C after purchase, with the bag tightly closed.
Not necessarily: Krampouz says its Billig, which has a cast-iron plate, needs seasoning before first use. If you’re planning to cook that evening, check the instructions for the model you choose. If seasoning isn’t suitable, opt for an appliance explicitly described as needing no prior seasoning.
Yes, as long as you first check where it takes place and how to book. The Smartbox workshop featured by E.Leclerc is for two people and takes place in Saint-Philbert-de-Grand-Lieu. Make sure the journey suits the recipient and check the validity conditions for the voucher.