The Collective Belfort Mortar and Pestle

No, this set is not dishwasher safe. Because it is crafted from natural oak wood and marble, you should hand wash it gently with mild soap and water, then dry it immediately to preserve the integrity of the materials.

No, the Belfort set is made with food-safe and lead-free materials. It is designed for direct contact with food, making it safe for grinding herbs, spices, and aromatics.

The elongated, trough-like shape is specifically designed for back-and-forth grinding motions, which is ideal for crushing fibrous herbs, garlic, and ginger into a fine paste. It offers a different experience than a traditional deep, round bowl, providing more surface area for your ingredients.

While marble is harder than oak, the pestle is designed to be used against the wood surface without causing damage, provided you use it for its intended purpose of grinding and crushing. Over time, the wood may develop a natural patina from use, which is a normal characteristic of high-quality wooden kitchenware.

The set features a nesting design where the pestle fits neatly into the trough of the mortar. At 6.5 inches long and 2.75 inches high, it has a low profile that easily slides into a standard kitchen drawer or sits unobtrusively on a countertop.