A quintessential item in the Valencian kitchen is this classic Valencian mortar and pestle. This yellowish colored mortar with "splashes" of green on all 4 sides can be virtually seen in any kitchen in the Valencian province, in many kitchens you would find various sizes. These come from Manises, a small town outside of the city of Valencia. In Valencia, this would surely be used for making ajo aceite (a type of spicy garlic mayonnaise) which is nothing like anything you can purchase in a supermarket here. These are a wonderful kitchen tool and a great gift for the cook in your life.
Medium is 4.75" X 4.75" X 3", with a 6.25" pestle.
