Mortar with Stick – Polish Pottery

The Polish Pottery Mortar with Stick is a traditional and elegant grinding tool handcrafted in Bolesławiec, Poland, using the renowned Ceramika Artystyczna techniques.

Designed for both functionality and beauty, this mortar features a smooth yet sturdy ceramic interior that allows effective grinding of herbs, spices, salt crystals, peppercorns, garlic, nuts, and seeds.

The accompanying ceramic stick (pestle) fits comfortably in the hand and is weighty enough to crush ingredients effectively while being gentle on the ceramic surface.

Polish Pottery is famous for its:

Durability & scratch resistance
Lead-free, food-safe glazes
Easy cleaning
Unique hand-painted patterns
Heat-resistant & hygienic ceramic

Not only is this mortar an essential kitchen tool, but it also serves as a decorative highlight on countertops and shelves, thanks to its vibrant Bunzlauer designs.

 

Usage Possibilities

 In the Kitchen

  • Grinding herbs such as basil, rosemary, cilantro, parsley

  • Preparing spice mixes and rubs

  • Crushing peppercorns, sea salt, chili flakes

  • Making garlic pastes, pesto, curry pastes

  • Grinding nuts or seeds for desserts or salads

  • Preparing small portions of baby food

The ceramic surface is easy to clean and doesn’t absorb flavors.

 

 In the Household

  • Beautiful as a display piece in an open kitchen or dining room

  • Can be used to serve dips, pastes, and condiments stylishly

  • Works as a small decorative bowl when not in use

 

 In the Garden

  • Crush freshly picked herbs for marinades during outdoor cooking

  • Prepare fresh herb rubs for BBQ grilling

  • Great for garden tea mixtures (mint, lemon balm, lavender)

(Use on a stable outdoor surface.)

 

 In Gastronomy / Hospitality

  • Perfect for restaurants, bistros, cafés, and cooking studios

  • Enhances presentation of fresh-ground spices tableside

  • Durable enough for professional use

  • Aesthetic appeal for open kitchen concepts

 

 In Social Institutions

  • Useful for cooking workshops in care homes, schools, and community centers

  • Encourages sensory cooking activities (smell, touch, taste)

  • Easy to clean and safe to handle

 

 With Children

  • Fun tool for supervised cooking activities

  • Children can grind soft herbs or seeds to learn about aromas

  • Encourages creativity in simple home cooking projects

 

 Fitting Recipes

 Fresh Herb Pesto

Grind basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan & olive oil directly in the mortar.

 Garlic Butter Spread

Crush garlic with salt, mix with soft butter and herbs.

 Chili Spice Mix

Combine crushed chili flakes, smoked paprika, cumin & pepper.

 Traditional Polish Herb Dressing

Ground dill, garlic, lemon juice & sour cream.

 Nut Crumble Topping

Crushed walnuts, almonds & oats for desserts.