Yes, Alva has a rich heritage dating back to 1949 in Belgium. For over 70 years, Alva and its sister cookware brands have been among the most popular choices across Europe, renowned for their quality and innovation. As of 2023, Alva is excited to enter the U.S. market, bringing its decades of expertise in designing and crafting premium cookware to American consumers.
With a strong foundation and a commitment to excellence, Alva is poised to build a loyal customer base in the United States, offering the same trusted quality that has delighted international customers for generations.
Alva has a mix of manufacturing centers located in China and Belgium. It is important to note that all production centers adhere to rigorous production standards, regardless of location.Â
Belgium is the "hub" for business for Alva, and where most of the employees for Alva are located.Â
In Belgium, engineering and design teams concept products. Then, those blueprints and designs are sent to various production facilities.Â
While production may take place across the globe, the mind and artistic eye for the products is very much in Belgium.
Although Alva does not ship or conduct business outside of the U.S., our sister brand, Beka, offers identical products and operates in the EU. You can visit their website at Beka-cookware.com.
Alva Cookware is committed to quality by using premium materials and rigorous testing processes. Our Collections are made with high-grade stainless steel and non-stick coatings that are PFOA-free, ensuring safe and healthy cooking.
Yes, all of our cookware is compatible with all stovetops, including gas, electric, ceramic, and induction. Please check the product details to confirm compatibility for specific items.
To ensure the longevity of your cookware:
Handwashing is recommended for most items, especially those with non-stick coatings.
Avoid using abrasive sponges or harsh detergents.
For cast iron and carbon steel, follow proper seasoning and cleaning instructions provided with the product.
It depends on the Alva cookware. Some products, like the Forest line of products, come pre-seasoned (with a mineral oil), and do not require additional oils or sprays. Other products, like the stainless steel collection, do not come with any seasoning or coating.Â
The best thing to do is identify the material (aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, carbon steel), see the product page for information, and find out if the product has any type of pre-seasoning or coating on it.
Seasoning is recommended for certain products, like the Alva Nori cast iron collection. Other products, like in the Forest collection, come pre-seasoned (with mineral oil) and are ready to cook with immediately.
Yes, all Alva products are free of PTFE, PFOA, PFAS, lead, and cadmium, including ceramic-coated products.
Yes, we stand behind the quality of our products. Most Alva Cookware items come with a limited warranty. Please refer to our Warranty Policy page for details on coverage and how to file a claim.
We offer fast and reliable shipping within the United States. Delivery typically takes 3-7 business days.
At this time, we do not ship internationally. Visit our Shipping Policy page for more details.
Yes, we have a hassle-free return and exchange policy. If you’re not satisfied with your purchase, you can return it within 30 days of delivery.
Please ensure the product is unused and in its original packaging. Visit our Returns & Exchanges page for more information.
In the unfortunate case that an order arrives damaged, please immediately take a picture of the damaged product and email a short account of what is wrong with the product to care@alvacookware.com.
The support team at Alva will then begin to process a return order.
