Mortars & Pestles

A mortar and pestle is a classic kitchen tool used for grinding, crushing, and mixing ingredients. It consists of two parts: the mortar (a bowl) and the pestle (a heavy, club-shaped object). These tools have been used for thousands of years across different cultures for preparing herbs, spices, grains, and even medicines. In the kitchen, mortars and pestles are essential for creating fresh pastes, powders, and blends, offering superior results compared to modern electric grinders.