Indian Soapstone Pot – Small

Description

In North Tamil Nadu, soapstone has been used for centuries to create carvings and figures, and now, our artisans use the same techniques to create these beautiful cooking implements. Not to be confused with stoneware, which is a kind of clay fired at high temperature, these soapstone pots, or Makal Chatti, are actually handcrafted from a single block of natural, non-toxic soap stone which allows them to withstand high temperatures and keep the food hot for a very long time. The beautiful stone also makes for a stunning and exotic presentation. It is very important to properly cure a soapstone following the instructions carefully. If not properly cured, the stone may crack during use. See the tab on curing for instructions and a video.