Portuguese Pottery Terracotta Glazed Clay Serving Platter

Product Description

In typical Portuguese restaurants and taverns the food is almost always served in these traditional clay serving platters. Produced in a small pottery from Barcelos, using the most ancient techniques, these platters are handmade pottery pieces, unique in character and feel, combining tradition with vintage rustic design. They will bring the old world charm to your kitchen or table. Great for parties, get-togethers, or just a fun family dinner.

Features

• Made in Portugal – This terracotta divided appetizer plate is handmade and hand painted in Barcelos by a family of master artisans
• Functionality – Can be used to serve delicious appetizers or yummy traditional meals like your thanksgiving turkey. Because they are made from natural clay these serving dishes will keep the food warm longer
• Painting – Presents a vibrant floral hand painted decoration that will add a touch of rustic vintage farmhouse style to your table (designs may vary)
• Great Gift from Portugal – The impressive design and old world craftsmanship make this clay platter the perfect wedding or housewarming gift
• Food Safe and Lead free – This traditional Portuguese pottery ceramic platter is food safe and lead free, microwave and dishwasher safe
• Character – Its handcrafted nature means that each piece is a bit distinct from the last making them unique and prized
• Measurements: 13.5” x 6.5” x 2” inches (L x W x H)

Maintenance and Care

All our traditional Portuguese Terracotta Products are made by hand using artisanal methods. These products may have some slightly discrepancies, but without compromising the integrity of the product. Some products have a bit of porosity due to this fact. The products are dishwasher safe, although hand wash is strongly recommended, and they cannot go to the freezer.

Can be used in ovens, wood burning ovens, on gas stoves, microwave, or grill. Not suitable for induction stoves or glass top stoves. Before the first use, submerge the entire piece in lukewarm water for at least 8 hours. Washing is recommended to be done by hand and cookware stored in a well ventilated location.