Gifts for the Chef

Sustainably sourced mango wood* is etched by hand with mandala motifs, then whitewashed to highlight hand-carved detail. Wood is lightly burned for contrast, and sanded to a smooth finish. Stand features a hinged, adjustable back stand that has 3 notches for various display angles, as well as a charger port opening. Fits both recipe books and tablets.

• Handmade in India
• Dimensions: 8.5 in. L x 7.5 in. W x 10.4 in. H
  

*This product is made with farmed mango wood that comes exclusively from managed plantations. As mango trees age, they stop bearing fruit altogether and only then are harvested for their wood. Before reaching this stage, however, new trees are always planted; thus continuing a sustainable cycle ensuring no harm to the natural environment.

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in India.

This tablet and/or book stand is handcrafted from sustainably sourced mango wood* and features a gorgeous inlay bone design. Designed with sturdy ledge and collapsible frame for convenient storage. It comes with a charging cable hole in the lip area where you would hold a book or iPad. FREE SHIPPING (U.S. Domestic)

• Handmade in India
• Dimensions: 7.25 in. L x 7.5 in. W x 10.5 in. H
  
• Stand has a hinged, adjustable back stand that has 3 notches for various display angles, as well as a charger port opening

*This product is made with farmed mango wood that comes exclusively from managed plantations. As mango trees age, they stop bearing fruit altogether and only then are harvested for their wood. Before reaching this stage, however, new trees are always planted; thus continuing a sustainable cycle ensuring no harm to the natural environment.

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in India.

Sustainably sourced mango wood* is etched by hand with a gorgeous Tree of Life motif. Wood is lightly burned for contrast, and sanded to a smooth finish. Fits both recipe books and tablets. FREE SHIPPING (U.S. Domestic)

• Handmade in India
• Dimensions: 7.5 in. L x 7.5 in. W x 10.5 in. H
  
• Stand has a hinged, adjustable back stand that has 3 notches for various display angles, as well as a charger port opening

*This product is made with farmed mango wood that comes exclusively from managed plantations. As mango trees age, they stop bearing fruit altogether and only then are harvested for their wood. Before reaching this stage, however, new trees are always planted; thus continuing a sustainable cycle ensuring no harm to the natural environment.

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in India.

Sustainably sourced mango wood* is hand carved with a gorgeous Map of the World design. Wood is lightly burned for contrast, and sanded to a smooth finish. Fits both recipe books and tablets. Take a look at the matching Spice Box  too. FREE SHIPPING (U.S. Domestic)

• Handmade in India
• Dimensions: 7.25 in. L x 7.5 in. W x 10.5 in. H
  
• Stand has a hinged, adjustable back stand that has 3 notches for various display angles, as well as a charger port opening

*This product is made with farmed mango wood that comes exclusively from managed plantations. As mango trees age, they stop bearing fruit altogether and only then are harvested for their wood. Before reaching this stage, however, new trees are always planted; thus continuing a sustainable cycle ensuring no harm to the natural environment.

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in India.

This rectangular spice box features a beautifully hand-carved world design on the cover. The lid opens to reveal six metal bowls. Store your favorite spices and keep them near your kitchen counter for easy access and convenience. Pro tip: it's a fantastic gift for the foodie or a chef in your life. Take a look at the matching Tablet or Recipe Book stand too!

• Handmade in India
• Materials: mango wood, stainless steel
• Dimensions: 8 in. L x 5.6 in. W x 3 in. H
• Care: wipe clean

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in India.

This board is made from caro caro wood* found in the Guatemala Rain Forest. Wooden cutting boards get more beautiful with each use. The oils from foods and hands will help season the board. Wash with warm water; avoid harsh detergents. Unique graining and slight color variations.

• Handmade in Guatemala
• Dimensions: 10 in. X 14 in. X 0.75 in.
• Avoid foods that may stain wood such as wine, beets, etc.

Chefs often prefer wood cutting boards because they don’t dull their knives. This cutting board was handcrafted from sustainably harvested teak wood. Its barrel shape, with rounded sides, is aesthetically pleasing and very elegant. Because it is reversible, it is almost like two boards in one. It can also be used for serving food (wood serving boards truly add a touch of sophistication to your table) as well as preparing it. Each board is unique as natural grains vary and each is just as perfect as the next.

• Handmade in Guatemala
• Materials: teak wood is locally harvested. It is known for being one of the best, most durable woods for cutting boards and butcher blocks. Finished with mineral oil will preserve the natural tones for which teak wood is famous.
• Dimensions: 12 in. L x 10 W
• Care: treat periodically with food-grade, mineral oil; hand wash recommended; do not soak; not dishwasher safe; keep away from extreme temperatures

A single piece of sustainably harvested suar wood* is carved, sanded, and stained into this beautiful heirloom bowl. It will be a wonderful centerpiece on your table and perfect for fruit, bread, more. FREE SHIPPING (U.S. Domestic).

• Handmade in Indonesia
• Dimensions: 9.5 in. D overall (8 in. D at top) X 3.5 in. H
• CARE: hand wash before first use, using a soft sponge and mild soap. Do not soak. Not dishwasher safe. Dry thoroughly, then let air dry overnight. To enhance the natural beauty of the wood, periodically rub with food-safe mineral oil

*Suar wood, also known as rain tree wood, is moderately heavy but extremely strong, It is highly resistant to decay and dry-wood termites. These characteristics make Suar wood highly favorable in fine furniture and other household products.

Your purchase helps artisans living in remote villages in Bali, Indonesia, earn sustainable wages and reduce their exploitation.

The rounded form of this carved and sanded acacia wood tray feels great in the hand and looks gorgeous on the table. Use to serve bread and crackers, or even to artfully display fruit, gourds, or other small objects. Sustainably harvested wood. Hand wash.

• Handmade in the Philippines
• Dimensions: 16 in. long X 6.5 in. wide X 3 in. high X 0.25 in. thick

Hand wash before use. Rub with vegetable oil periodically to enhance the natural essence of the wood grain. Not for use in microwave, oven or dishwasher. With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in Philippines.

Keep bread, chips, tortillas and more goodies all toasty warm in this bread warmer! Our terracotta warming stone and bread basket duo features a beautiful floral vine design with a fitted lid to keep your baked goods warm even longer. It will become the centerpiece of any gathering, beautifully holding fresh baked goods and keeping them oven fresh when wrapped in a lightweight cotton towel or napkin.

• Handmade in Bangladesh
• Materials: Kaisa grass, palm wrap, terracotta, wood (lid handle)
• Dimensions: basket is 11 in. D x 7 in. H; terracotta warmer is 9.3 in. D
• Terracotta warmer is oven safe. To clean, rinse with water; not dishwasher safe

How to use your Bread Warmer

1. Hand wash before first use
2. Heat the terracotta stone in oven (suggestion: 350 degrees for 10 minutes), not the basket
3. Handling carefully, place warm stone in the basket
4. For best results, wrap food in towel and place on warmer

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in Bangladesh.

Keep bread, chips, tortillas and more goodies all toasty warm in this breadwarmer! This terracotta warming stone and bread basket duo features a beautiful vine design with a fitted lid to keep your baked goods warm even longer.

• Handmade in Bangladesh
• Materials: Kaisa grass, palm wrap, terracotta
• Dimensions: basket is 12 in. L x 8 in. W x 6.5 in. H; terracotta warmer 10.75 in. long x 7 in. wide
• Terracotta warmer is oven safe. To clean, rinse with water; not dishwasher safe

How to use your Bread Warmer

1. Hand wash before first use
2. Heat the terracotta stone in oven (suggestion: 350 degrees for 10 minutes), not the basket
3. Handling carefully, place warm stone in the basket
4. For best results, wrap food in towel and place on warmer

This practical whitewashed terracotta is deeply incised with a leaf design, and sits within a handwoven Kaisa Grass basket with dyed palm wrap. Perfect for baked goods, chips and more!

• Handmade in Bangladesh
• Measurements: basket is 12 in. X 8 in. X 4 in.; terracotta warmer 9.7 in. long x 6.5 in. wide
• Terracotta warmer is oven safe. To clean, rinse with water

How to use your Bread Warmer

1. Hand wash before first use
2. Heat the terracotta stone in oven (suggestion: 350 degrees for 10 minutes)
3. Handling carefully, place warm stone in the basket
4. Place bread in the basket to keep it warm

This practical whitewashed terracotta is deeply incised with a Peace Dove design, and sits within a handwoven Kaisa Grass basket with palm wrap.

• Handmade in Bangladesh
• Measurements: basket 3.75 in. high x 11 in. diameter.
• Terracotta warmer is oven safe. To clean, rinse with water

How to use your Bread Warmer

1. Hand wash before first use
2. Heat the terracotta stone in oven (suggestion: 350 degrees for 10 minutes)
3. Handling carefully, place warm stone in the basket
4. Place bread in the basket to keep it warm

This practical whitewashed terracotta is deeply incised with a Tree of Life design, and sits within a handwoven Kaisa Grass basket with palm wrap.

• Handmade in Bangladesh
• Measurements: basket 4 in. high x 12 in. long x 8.5 in. wide; terracotta warmer 9.7 in. long x 6.5 in. wide
• Terracotta warmer is oven safe. To clean, rinse with water

How to use your Bread Warmer

1. Hand wash before first use
2. Heat the terracotta stone in oven (suggestion: 350 degrees for 10 minutes)
3. Handling carefully, place warm stone in the basket
4. Place bread in the basket to keep it warm

This beautiful serving piece is crafted and hand painted by artisans using traditional pottery techniques. Each platter is highly textured and unique. Simply gorgeous, yet very functional!  Makes a beautiful hostess, housewarming or wedding gift!

• Handmade in Mexico
• Dimensions: 9 in. L x 7 in. W x 1.65 in. H
  
• Lead-free, dishwasher and microwave safe (not to be used in oven)
  

This authentic Mexican pottery is crafted and hand-painted by artisans using traditional pottery techniques.  Each piece is highly textured and unique -- gorgeous, yet very functional.

• Handmade in Mexico
• Dimensions: 7.5 in. L x 5 in. W x 2.5 in. H
  
• Lead-free, dishwasher and microwave safe

Bring a bit of the traditional Mexican pottery to your table with this beautifully hand-painted set. Each piece is highly textured and features bright dots and flowers.

• Handmade in Mexico
• Dimensions: 3.5 in. H X 2.5 in. D
  
• Lead-free and dishwasher safe

Our producer partners select the highest quality pieces of white onyx to carve into beautiful salt and pepper shakers. They'll be perfect for your home and will make wonderful housewarming or wedding gifts! Each shaker comes with plastic screw cap in base. Expect variations in color and patterns.

• Handmade in Pakistan
  
• Materials: natural white onyx
  
• Dimensions: 3 in. H x 1.5 in. diameter
  

Your purchase supports artisans in Pakistan, enabling them to earn a living through crafting beautiful handmade items from stone where other employment opportunities are scarce.

This Salt & Pepper set is carved from palewa stone and accented with copper paint. It is gift-ready as it comes in a box. NOTE: palewa stone will get darker with handling which adds a bit of uniqueness to them.

• Handmade in India
  
• Materials: palewa stone, plastic food‒safe stoppers,
  
• Dimensions: 3 in. H x 2 in. W x 1.5 in. D
  

If your food is not quite seasoned to your liking, crossing paths with these black cats is good luck! You'll love the adorable etched eyes and nose markings.

• Handmade in India
  
• Materials: palewa stone, plastic food‒safe stoppers
• Dimensions: 3 in. H x 2 in. W x 1.5 in. D
  

This adorable pair of hand-painted ceramic owl shakers comes in a few different designs. Email us if you'd like to see a photo with options before shipping.

• Handmade in Guatemala
• Dimensions: 2.5 in. X 2.5 in.

This adorable oven mitt features dogs with chef hats, bones, paw prints and kitchen utensils. Our mitt and its "companions", the  tea towel and apron, make perfect gifts for dog parents.

• Handmade in India
  
• Materials: 100% cotton
• Dimensions: 11 in. long
  
• Hanging loop
  
• Care: Cool wash. Line dry. Warm iron

This adorable tea towel features dogs with chef hats, bones, paw prints and kitchen utensils. Our towel and its "companions", the apron and oven mitt, make perfect gifts for dog parents.

• Handmade in India
  
• Materials: 100% cotton
• Dimensions: 18 in. X 24 in.
  
• Includes a hanging loop in one corner.
• Care: Cool wash. Line dry. Warm iron

Bestow this cotton tea towel upon someone special, and they'll be lovingly reminded of you every time they use this all-over cat motif towel! Orange and gray kitty print on a cream-colored background will bring a playful vibe to any kitchen, making it so 'un-fur-gettable', you'll gift one to yourself!

• Handmade in India
• Dimensions: 24 in. X 18 in.
• Includes 3-inch loop for hanging
• Cold wash with like colors; line dry; warm iron

This is the must-have accessory while cooking, grilling or working on art projects. These aprons have a handy pocket in front and the vibrant, fun, prints are sure to hide your mess! We are positive you (or the lucky individual who receives it) will absolutely love this Fair Trade beauty. Get the kids version as well.

• Handmade in Ghana
• Dimensions: 24 in. wide x 31 in. long (front pocket 8 in. x 6.5 in.)
• 100% cotton, hand-printed batik (front) and backlined with recycled flour sacks.
• Neck strap, ties at waist
• Wash cold with like colors, tumble dry low, do not bleach.

Please note all handmade products may have slight variations in print design placement.

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to women artisans in Ghana.

This unique and beautiful trivet is made of sheesham wood, also known as Indian Rosewood, native to the Indian subcontinent. It is in the city of Saharanpur, a traditional center of wood carving, where Fair Trade artisans create unique home pieces like these, as well as this  matching coaster set.

• Handmade in India
• Dimensions: 7.5 in. D x 5/8 in. H
• Care: wash before first use. Hand wash using a soft sponge and mild soap. Do not soak pieces. Not dishwasher safe. Dry thoroughly, then let air dry overnight. To enhance the natural beauty of the wood, periodically rub with food-safe mineral oil