Hand-Hammered Portuguese Copper Cataplana

Product Description

Celebrate centuries of Portuguese culinary heritage with the Hand-Hammered Copper Cataplana, an heirloom-quality steamer pot that’s as beautiful as it is functional. Expertly crafted in São Martinho de Sardoura, Portugal, each cataplana is shaped by hand using traditional hammering techniques passed down through generations.

A staple of Southern Portugal’s seafood-rich cuisine, the cataplana is more than just a cooking vessel—it’s a time-honored cooking method. Its distinctive clamshell shape and hinged design create a sealed chamber, allowing ingredients to steam gently in their own juices. The result? Intensely aromatic, deeply flavorful dishes with minimal oil or liquid.

Made from pure copper, this cataplana excels at rapid, even heat conduction. The tin-lined interior protects ingredients from reacting with the copper and ensures easy cleanup. From clams in white wine to pork and seafood stews, this traditional cookware delivers restaurant-quality results with rustic charm.

Available in two sizes, the cataplana is ideal for everyday cooking or entertaining guests. It’s also a conversation-starting decorative piece—hang it on your kitchen wall or display it on your countertop for a touch of Portuguese flair.

Whether you're recreating a traditional Clams à Bulhão Pato or crafting your own twist on seafood cataplana, this pot makes each meal a celebration of culture and craftsmanship. It’s not just cookware—it’s a centerpiece of Portuguese culinary tradition, built to last and made to inspire.

Features

• Portuguese Craftsmanship: Hand-hammered by skilled artisans in Castelo de Paiva, Portugal, with over 40 years of experience in traditional copperwork

• Superior Heat Performance: Crafted from pure copper for fast, even heat distribution; tin-lined interior provides a naturally non-stick, food-safe surface ideal for delicate ingredients

• Flavor-Locking Design: Hinged two-part shell with side latches traps steam to seal in moisture and concentrate flavor—perfect for steaming, braising, and simmering

• Versatile Cooking Tool: Suitable for gas, electric, and glass-ceramic cooktops; oven safe up to 480°F; also functions beautifully as a serving piece or decorative kitchen accent

• Two Practical Sizes: Choose from 11" (3.3 quarts, serves 3–4) or 13.25" (4.9 quarts, serves 6–7); a stunning and functional gift for chefs, home cooks, or lovers of traditional cuisine

Specifications

• Material: Hand-hammered copper with tin lining

• Origin: Made in Portugal

• Hinged Design: Two-part shell with secure side fasteners

• Capacity & Size:

  • 11" (27 cm): 3.3 quarts / 3.2 liters – serves 3 to 4 people

  • 13.25" (33 cm): 4.9 quarts / 4.7 liters – serves 6 to 7 people

• Dimensions:

  • 11": 11" x 11" x 6"

  • 13.25": 13.25" x 13.25" x 6.75"

• Cooktop Compatibility: Gas, electric, glass-ceramic

• Oven Safe: Up to 480°F

• Freezer Safe: Yes

Care Instructions

• Hand wash only; do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool

• Use mild soap and a soft cloth or nylon pad

• Allow to cool before washing

• To maintain the bright copper finish, polish with copper cleaner or a lemon and salt mixture

• Tin lining may develop a patina with use; this is normal and does not affect performance