---
product_id: 3879743
title: "Chef Deluxe"
brand: "cello"
price: "R1800"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 13
category: "Cello"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3879743-chef-deluxe
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Durable, virtually unbreakable build Keeps food hot up to 4 hours 5L capacity for large meals Chef Deluxe

**Brand:** cello
**Price:** R1800
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Keep your meals hot, your style hotter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Chef Deluxe by cello
- **How much does it cost?** R1800 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3879743-chef-deluxe)

## Best For

- cello enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cello brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **4-Hour Heat Retention:** Enjoy piping hot meals hours after cooking without any electrical plug-ins or slow cookers.
- • **Massive 5-Liter Capacity:** Perfect for potlucks, meal preps, and family feasts—never run out of hot food again.
- • **Ergonomic Single-Hand Handle:** Effortless portability for busy professionals on the go—carry with confidence and style.
- • **Premium Double-Walled Insulation:** Top-grade polyurethane and mirror-finish stainless steel keep your food fresh, hot, or cold longer.
- • **Multi-Functional Food Warmer & Cooler:** Not just hot—use it for cold salads or even homemade yogurt, making it your all-in-one kitchen sidekick.

## Overview

The Cello Chef Deluxe Hot-Pot is a 5-liter insulated casserole designed with premium double-walled polyurethane and stainless steel to maintain food temperature for up to 4 hours. Lightweight yet virtually unbreakable, it features an ergonomic handle for easy single-hand portability and a secure lid to lock in freshness. Ideal for professionals who value convenience and quality, it doubles as a cooler and even a yogurt maker, making it a versatile must-have for modern kitchens and social gatherings.

## Description

Cello hot pots are insulated with top quality polyurethane. This specially designed double walled storing and sturdy hot pot is insulated with top quality puff. The inner mirror finish liner parts are fabricated out of non-magnetic stainless sheet. The plastic outer body and lid components are molded out of virgin food grade plastic polymers which gives Cello hot pot a sturdy and beautiful finish. Always fill to capacity. This ensures maximum heat retention. Transfer hot food from cooking vessel to Cello hot pot will keep it hot for hours together. Always close Cello hot pot with its lid cover. Ideal for meat balls, baked beans, fruit salads, rice, dal, pooris, pulav, idly, Wada, like hot tortillas, pita breads and breakfast muffins should be wrapped with a clean cloth before placing in the Cello hot pot. This prevents them from getting soggy. Super-3 serves to preserve cold food too. It also can be used as a yogurt maker. Pour pre-boiled milk of lukewarm temperature in Cello hot pot. Add a little yogurt and place the lid properly in position. Thick yogurt will be formed in about 3-4 hours and it is ready to serve. Do not keep Cello hot pots over burning stove nor expose it to flames. Use sponge instead of brush for cleaning.

Review: When work said no slow cookers - I wasn't going to give up on hot food - Once a month at my job, we hold pot lucks. But someone pointed out that it was dangerous to have all these electrical appliances plugged in, so a company wide mandate came out to stop use of all slow cookers. I knew there had to be a product that would keep large amounts of things like chili hot the whole day. I found this Cello pot and bought it hoping for the best. I was kind of skeptical at first - it seems very light and would not have the mass needed to truly insulate the food for long periods of time. I did a test run with boiling water. Using an accurate instant read thermometer, I spent the next eight hours opening a closing the pot, taking out dippers of water to simulate people getting food in and out of the pot. After 3 hours of fiddling, the temperature was still only down to 180 degrees F. I then went to bed. When I woke up in the morning I measured the temperature of the half filled pot and it was down to 120 degrees F. That was after almost 12 hours and without being a full pot liquid. Lots of factors are going to go into how well this unit keeps heat in. The sides and lid are insulated so keeping the lid closed is important. Also, the amount of food/liquid is going to affect how long the unit keeps the temperature in the desired range. I did use it at the potluck later in the week and everything stayed warm for the 5 hours the potluck was open. No all cold potluck for us ever again. I plan on buying some smaller sizes as well.
Review: Love everything about this pot! - I bought the medium size. The pot is huge! It holds 5 quarts. It is lightweight and the lid locks. Perfect for potlucks. I am making baked beans to take to my hubby's retirement potluck luncheon. I will double this recipe: Grammy Beans 1 lb Bacon 1 lb lean Ground Beef 1 Onion, diced 2 cans (28 oz) Bush's Baked Beans 2 cans (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes 3 Tbsp Brown Sugar Cook bacon in skillet until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Brown ground beef with onion. Drain grease. Butter a deep casserole dish. (I will use a large foil pan since I am doubling the recipe) Combine all remaining ingredients to baking dish. Crumble bacon and add along with the cooked ground beef. Mix well. Bake uncovered at 350 F for 30 minutes or until bubbly. I will put them in my new hot pot and take them to the luncheon. They will stay warm for hours!

## Features

- Capacity: 5000 mL
- Maintains the food temperature up to 4-Hour
- The Cello gift set casserole/hot food server is offered in the following capacity : 2500 ml
- Specially Crafted Handle Allows Single Hand Portability
- These Casseroles Are Sturdy And Virtually Unbreakable

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0067BEJQC |
| Best Sellers Rank | #194,670 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #344 in Casserole Cookware |
| Brand | Cello |
| Capacity | 5000 Milliliters |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (416) |
| Date First Available | July 18, 2012 |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08901372210757 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Is Oven Safe | No |
| Item Weight | 3.8 pounds |
| Item model number | CE-5.0L |
| Lid Material | Stainless Steel |
| Manufacturer | Gandhi - Appliances |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only, Not Stove Safe |
| Product Dimensions | 15"D x 15"W x 10"H |
| Shape | Round |
| UPC | 735343665097 685803167275 |
| With Lid | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Cello
- **Capacity:** 5000 Milliliters
- **Color:** White
- **Finish Type:** Brushed
- **Is Oven Safe:** No
- **Item Weight:** 3.8 Pounds
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Product Care Instructions:** Hand Wash Only, Not Stove Safe
- **Shape:** Round
- **With Lid:** Yes

## Images

![Chef Deluxe - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51nAXuv92yL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it stainless steel. Is the lid air-tight .**
A: Yes the inside is stainless steel  and it is air tight

**Q: Is the lid also lined with stainless steel?**
A: yes

**Q: How well does it keep cold foods?**
A: I never use it for that but, I would imagine if you put ice water in it to prepare it for about an hour (like you would with a regular thermos), it should work well.

**Q: I have a 5l cello container and the lid has broken from dropping it on the floor - I was wondering if it is possible to just buy the lid?**
A: Don’t know, check online.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When work said no slow cookers - I wasn't going to give up on hot food
*by R***E on May 7, 2017*

Once a month at my job, we hold pot lucks. But someone pointed out that it was dangerous to have all these electrical appliances plugged in, so a company wide mandate came out to stop use of all slow cookers. I knew there had to be a product that would keep large amounts of things like chili hot the whole day. I found this Cello pot and bought it hoping for the best. I was kind of skeptical at first - it seems very light and would not have the mass needed to truly insulate the food for long periods of time. I did a test run with boiling water. Using an accurate instant read thermometer, I spent the next eight hours opening a closing the pot, taking out dippers of water to simulate people getting food in and out of the pot. After 3 hours of fiddling, the temperature was still only down to 180 degrees F. I then went to bed. When I woke up in the morning I measured the temperature of the half filled pot and it was down to 120 degrees F. That was after almost 12 hours and without being a full pot liquid. Lots of factors are going to go into how well this unit keeps heat in. The sides and lid are insulated so keeping the lid closed is important. Also, the amount of food/liquid is going to affect how long the unit keeps the temperature in the desired range. I did use it at the potluck later in the week and everything stayed warm for the 5 hours the potluck was open. No all cold potluck for us ever again. I plan on buying some smaller sizes as well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love everything about this pot!
*by B***L on September 5, 2018*

I bought the medium size. The pot is huge! It holds 5 quarts. It is lightweight and the lid locks. Perfect for potlucks. I am making baked beans to take to my hubby's retirement potluck luncheon. I will double this recipe: Grammy Beans 1 lb Bacon 1 lb lean Ground Beef 1 Onion, diced 2 cans (28 oz) Bush's Baked Beans 2 cans (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes 3 Tbsp Brown Sugar Cook bacon in skillet until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Brown ground beef with onion. Drain grease. Butter a deep casserole dish. (I will use a large foil pan since I am doubling the recipe) Combine all remaining ingredients to baking dish. Crumble bacon and add along with the cooked ground beef. Mix well. Bake uncovered at 350 F for 30 minutes or until bubbly. I will put them in my new hot pot and take them to the luncheon. They will stay warm for hours!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A little too big
*by H***N on April 14, 2021*

The size wouldn't been great for a big family but it's a little too big for a family of 3. It kept the food warm not hot, so that's another thing.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-24*