{"product_id":"olive-wood-rustic-mortar-and-pestle","title":"Salt Bowl — Hand-Carved Olive Wood Mortar \u0026 Pestle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Mediterranean kitchen ritual, shaped by hand.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a slow pleasure in crushing garlic and sea salt by hand on a quiet Sunday, the smell of herbs rising as you press and turn. This mortar sits heavy on the counter, ready for the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-carved in Tunisia from a single piece of Mediterranean olive wood, each one carries its own grain and color. The dense hardwood grinds spices cleanly, and the wide pestle gives you real control. A small ritual, built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved by Tunisian artisans — every piece has its own grain pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense olive hardwood — grinds herbs and spices cleanly without splintering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-grip pestle — better control when crushing, stirring, and mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded, broad head — presses evenly against the bowl for a smoother grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to last for years — a kitchen tool you'll reach for daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: solid olive wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: handmade in Tunisia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: mortar and pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSizes: Medium 4.5 in. diameter, Large 6 in. diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: rustic, hand-carved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustainably sourced Mediterranean hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the wood crack over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOlive wood is one of the densest hardwoods, so it holds up well. To keep it from drying out, hand-wash, towel-dry, and rub in a little food-safe mineral oil every few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I put it in the dishwasher?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — heat and prolonged water will damage the wood. Rinse by hand with warm water and mild soap, then dry right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Medium (4.5 in.) is great for everyday herbs, garlic, and small spice batches. The Large (6 in.) gives you more room for pestos, guacamole, and bigger grinding jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill each one look exactly like the photo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo two are identical. Because each piece is hand-carved from a single block of olive wood, the grain, color, and shape vary slightly — that's part of the charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do you ship from and how fast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe ship from our California warehouse, with 2–3 day US delivery. Shipping is free on orders over $75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't love it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou have 30 days to send it back for a full refund — returns are free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree US shipping over $75 · Free returns within 30 days · Ships from California, 2-3 day delivery\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nestora","offers":[{"title":"Large 6in diameter","offer_id":54295650468169,"sku":"WT2112","price":81.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium 4.5in diameter","offer_id":54295650500937,"sku":"WT2111","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/1981\/2169\/files\/Olive-Wood-1.jpg?v=1777542167","url":"https:\/\/homenestora.com\/products\/olive-wood-rustic-mortar-and-pestle","provider":"Nestora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}