Title: 12" Handmade Black Clay Tagine for Cooking ? Traditional Artisan Pottery from La Chamba, Colombia Product Description: This 12" Handmade Black Clay Tagine is a traditional cooking vessel made by skilled artisans in La Chamba, Colombia. Crafted from natural and unglazed clay, this tagine is 100% handmade using a centuries-old process that has been passed down through generations. It features a deep plate and a conical lid, designed to distribute heat efficiently for slow cooking and enhanced food flavor. Highlights: - Handmade in La Chamba, Colombia: This tagine is crafted by skilled artisans in a small village in the Andes using traditional techniques. - Authentic Artisan Pottery: Each tagine is a unique piece of art, decorative and functional, making it a fantastic addition to any kitchen. - Materials: Made from natural unglazed black clay, this tagine is completely safe and toxin-free. - Large Size: With a diameter of 12" and a height of approximately 7", this tagine offers a generous cooking capacity of 2 liters. - Versatile Usage: Suitable for use in the oven, microwave, stovetop grill, and open flame, allowing you to cook a variety of dishes with ease. - Supports Artisans: Your purchase helps support the economy of 300 families of artisans in La Chamba, Colombia. Benefits: - Enhanced Flavor: The design of the tagine allows for slow cooking, resulting in tender and flavorful dishes. - Decorative Piece: With its unique and elegant look, this tagine can be used for both cooking and serving, adding a touch of beauty to your table. - Natural Patina and Sheen: The intensive hand-polishing process gives La Chamba pottery its distinctive natural patina and sheen. Usage: - Slow Cooking: Prepare delicious and aromatic traditional dishes using this clay tagine. The slow cooking process enhances the flavors and textures of your food. - Serving: This tagine can also be used as a serving dish, showcasing your culinary creations in a beautifully crafted piece of pottery. Quality Assurance: - Traditional Manufacturing Process: Made using the traditional manufacturing process, this tagine is a high-quality piece that represents the rich cultural heritage of La Chamba, Colombia. - Handmade with Care: Each tagine is carefully molded, trimmed, and smoothed by hand, ensuring attention to detail and quality craftsmanship. - Artisanal Finishing: The surface is rubbed and polished by hand with semi-precious stones, leaving a smooth and stunning finish. - Durable and Safe: The tagine is fired in kilns, transforming the terracotta surface into a durable black clay that is safe for use in multiple cooking methods.