ALDI is launching its first cookware collaboration with content creator and TV chef Steph de Sousa.

Landing in stores from 22 July, the 13-piece range of cookware and kitchen essentials is promoted as blending “high quality materials with bold and bright designs” that embodies Ms de Sousa’s aesthetic.

The new range includes cast aluminium pots ($49.99) and roast pans ($29.99), durable silicone gadgets (from $4.99) and coordinated kitchen textiles (from $8.99) with nods to Ms de Sousa’s style (and even her glasses) across the collection.

Behind the range

Ms de Sousa says creating this range with ALDI has been a dream.

“I wanted to design pieces I reach for every day, but in colours and styles that bring a bit of joy into the kitchen,” she says.

“They’re not just pretty – they’re practical, hardworking and made to be used. And the best part is, each piece is available at an incredibly low ALDI price, because beautiful, quality, cookware should be accessible to everyone.

“My favourite products have to be the 5lt One Pot ($49.99) and the One Pan Roaster ($29.99). They are made from a durable but super lightweight cast aluminium, perfect for those simple, all in one dishes. They come in three amazing colours: electric blue, pop pink and dreamy purple, are dishwasher safe for super easy cleaning and they each include a bespoke recipe to help get you started. The One Pot also comes with an interchangeable flower knob for the lid which I love.”

On the collection’s utensils and accessories, Ms de Sousa says she had a lot of fun designing this part of the range because it’s where the personality really comes through.

“The spoon rest doubles as a pot vent ($4.99) and is designed in the shape of my glasses. The apron and oven glove come in a perfectly sized tote bag ($19.99), ideal for heading into ALDI to pick up your shopping essentials in style.”

A first for the retailer

Belinda Grice, Group Director of Special Buys at ALDI, says this is the retailer’s first ever cookware collaboration and who better to partner with than Ms de Sousa who just oozes ‘Good Different’.

“Having worked with Steph for a number of years, this range brings together our shared passion for making home cooking simple, enjoyable and accessible,” she says.

“We know our customers are looking for quality cookware in beautiful designs at affordable price points. As a limited time Special Buy, we expect it will be a standout range our shoppers and Steph’s fans won’t want to miss.”