Butter Bell Countertop Butter Dish, French Ceramic, Café Retro Collection, Maraschino Red

Overview of The L. Tremain Company

Established in 1995, The L. Tremain Company is a women-owned enterprise located in Los Angeles, California. We are proud to have introduced the Original Butter Bell crock, a modern twist on the traditional French "beurrier." This innovative design allows butter to remain at room temperature—safely and without spoilage—making it suitable for counter or tabletop placement without any bothersome odors. For more than 25 years, our Butter Bell crock has maintained its position as the most recognized butter crock brand both in the U.S. and globally.

Culinary Experts Endorsement

Patrick Jamon, Chef de Cuisine, emphasizes, "The Butter Bell crock is the traditional way we store and serve butter in France… it maintains butter at its absolute best!"

Solving a Common Problem

The Butter Bell crock addresses the typical challenge of hard butter by ensuring that butter stays soft, fresh, and easily spreadable without requiring refrigeration. This convenient, practical solution allows you to enjoy butter as it should be—ready for use at any moment.

Distinctive Product Features

Our Butter Bell crock comes in an array of unique and classic French styles and patterns. Crafted from high-quality ceramic clays, each crock not only boasts durability but is also aesthetically pleasing.

Our Passion for Butter

We take great joy in providing butter enthusiasts with the means to keep their butter ready for spreading, eliminating the frustration of hard butter.

Explore Our Collections

The Original Butter Bell Crock is available in various colors and styles, each featuring a unique design. Perfect as a gift, you can explore collections, including the Antique Collection, Café Retro Collection, and Café Matte Collection, among others.

Chef-Approved Recipes

Among the testimonials, Executive Chef Michel Roussel from Brennan’s in New Orleans states, “The Butter Bell crock is a great invention that offers a unique and attractive way to store flavored butters.”

For example, you can create a delightful Banana’s Foster Butter by mixing unsalted butter with mashed banana, cinnamon, brown sugar, and banana liqueur and serving it in the Butter Bell crock—especially delicious over pancakes or waffles.

Versatile Flavored Butters

Chef Patrick Jamon from Villa Deevena in Costa Rica notes that “The Butter Bell crock is the traditional way we store and serve butter in France,” stating it keeps butter at its best. A recipe for Roasted Hazelnut Butter includes fresh hazelnuts mixed with butter and lemon zest, making it ideal to serve alongside breakfast rolls.

The Perfect Kitchen Accessory

Creating easy and flavorful butters has never been simpler. Just pour 1/3 cup of cold water into the crock's base, pack 1/2 cup of softened butter into the lid, and replace it into the base—the airtight seal preserves the flavor and freshness of your butter.

An Environmentally Mindful Choice

Our Butter Bell crock is packaged in eco-friendly gift boxes, making it a thoughtful choice for any occasion.

A Staple of Culinary Craftsmanship

As a symbol of quality and craftsmanship, the Original Butter Bell crock has transcended its initial purpose to become a beloved kitchen accessory. Available in an array of patterns designed to complement any décor, it has earned its reputation as a household name in kitchens across the U.S. and abroad, illustrating its enduring popularity over the years.

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