John Julian Porcelain Ball Pestle and Bowl Mortar / 23cm

John Julian has mastered the art of English ceramics, from DNA to design. The clay, predominantly dug in Cornwall, is made in Stoke-on-Trent and then hand-thrown in a Wiltshire studio by skilled artisans. At John Julian, ceramics are made in small batches and fired once at a high temperature as opposed to the more common practice of firing twice. In addition to conserving energy, this makes every piece less susceptible to cracks and chips, ready to last a lifetime and longer. This hard-wearing mortar and pestle, which has been thrown by hand on a potter’s wheel, is made to be used heavily. It is highly resistant to odour and staining, making it ideal for mixes that contain oil, like pesto, compound butters and chimichurri.