Cast Iron Cooking Communities
Your go-to guide for Facebook and Reddit groups that live and breathe cast iron.
Seasoning tips, vintage finds, vegan meals, Dutch oven magic—this is where cast iron gets creative. Join the conversation, swap ideas, and connect with a community that cooks bold and thinks bigger.
Facebook Communities
Note: 1,000+ Facebook groups celebrate cast iron. Below are top picks by size. Links removed due to privacy settings.
Name: Cast Iron Cooking
Members: 427k
Created: 5/26/2020
Summary: The largest Facebook cast iron group - for people who enjoy cooking food in cast iron.
Name: Cast Iron Experts
Members: 286k
Created: 5/26/2020
Summary: "We understand science and that cast iron isn’t some fragile thing you have to baby or it will be destroyed. We enjoy seeing people modify and improve their personal property."
Name: Cast Iron Community Recipes
Members: 161k
Created: 7/5/2018
Summary: Recipes galore.
Name: Cast Iron Cookin' BBQ'n w/ Recipes
Members: 156k
Created: 10/20/2019
Summary: Cast iron skillets, Dutch oven cooking, camping, and sharing pictures, recipes, and good times with friends and family around a campfire.
Name: Cast Iron Cookware
Members: 92k
Created: 8/20/2018
Summary: To assist enthusiasts in collecting, restoring, and using cast iron cookware.
Name: Cast Iron and Outdoor Cooking
Members: 53k
Created: 4/19/2020
Summary: A place to share all things cast iron and outdoor cooking.
Name: Cast Iron Restoration
Members: 45k
Created: 3/21/2021
Summary: Safe methods for restoring vintage cast iron.
Name: Griswold, Lodge and Wagner Cast Iron
Members: 38k
Created: 9/9/2012
Summary: General discussion group on cast iron cookware.
Name: Cast Iron Cookware-Buy-Sell-Trade
Members: 33k
Created: 3/1/2014
Summary: A group for selling, buying, trading, or searching for vintage cast iron cookware.
Name: The Official Lodge Cast Iron Community
Members: 32k
Created: 1/30/2023
Summary: The name says it all.
Reddit Communities
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Members: 668k
Created: 12/28/2010
Summary: The hub for all things cast iron, including cookware identification, restoration tips, and recipes.
Members: 68k
Created: 9/16/2015
Summary: The unofficial subreddit for Le Creuset aficionados.
Members: 45k
Created: 1/14/2014
Summary: A community sharing recipes, cooking tips, and innovative techniques for preparing meals with cast iron cookware.
Members: 72k
Created: 7/14/2020
Summary: A subreddit offering advice and tutorials on restoring rusty or damaged cast iron cookware to its former glory.
Members: 9.8k
Created: 1/2/2021
Summary: A community focused on baking recipes and techniques using cast iron cookware, from bread to desserts.
Members: 7.5k
Created: 1/3/2023
Summary: A subreddit dedicated to mastering the art of seasoning cast iron cookware, sharing tips and tricks.
Members: 5.2k
Created: 4/28/2019
Summary: For people who like Dutch Oven Cooking, whether it's using Camp Dutch Ovens or modern enameled cast iron.
Members: 41k
Created: 4/25/2021
Summary: A community for sharing campfire cooking techniques and recipes using cast iron cookware.
Members: 2k
Created: 11/12/2019
Summary: A community for vegans who love cooking with cast iron.
Members: 1.5k
Created: 2/1/2022
Summary: A place to share photos and knowledge of collectible cast iron and aluminum made by cast iron companies.
Members: 922
Created: 5/18/2014
Summary: A marketplace for buying, selling, and trading cast iron cookware.
Members: 902
Created: 7/4/2015
Summary: A subreddit focused on recipes and meal inspiration specifically tailored for cast iron cookware, ranging from classic dishes to creative experiments.
Members: 603
Created: 1/15/2019
Summary: A subreddit celebrating the aesthetic appeal of cast iron cookware.
Members: 564
Created: 11/21/2019
Summary: A subreddit showcasing cast iron cookware in poor condition and offering restoration advice.
Members: 495
Created: 9/28/2018
Summary: A subreddit dedicated to preventing and addressing cast iron cookware abuse.
Members: 100
Created: 12/7/2016
Summary: A subreddit for sharing cast iron cooking experiments and historical cookware articles.
Members: 77
Created: 1/23/2022
Summary: A community for sharing recipes and photos of dishes made on Lodge cast iron griddles.
Members: 75
Created: 12/7/2021
Summary: A subreddit dedicated to showcasing perfectly cooked eggs sliding on cast iron pans.
Members: 69
Created: 1/20/2022
Summary: A community for collectors and users of cast iron cookware.
Members: 34
Created: 5/7/2020
Summary: A community for collectors and sellers of cast iron cookware.
Members: 29
Created: 12/30/2024
Summary: A community encouraging members to add info and data on vintage cast iron to formulate dates and timelines for cast iron cookware manufacturing.
Members: 27
Created: 7/21/2020
Summary: A subreddit for sharing photos and stories of cast iron cookware found in unexpected places.
Members: 11
Created: 3/18/2025
Summary: A community to provide insight and answers for pre-1900 cast iron cookware.