Inspired by the tranditional Japanese Suribachi and Surikiogi, this new pestle and mortar from Cole and Mason is suitable for a wide range of ingredients associated with many cuisines. An elegantly designed ceramic bowl with a high gloss glazed exterior and an unglazed, ridged interior. A wooden pestle is provdided to handle the grinding and a small, stiff brush is included to aid the removal of the ground seeds, herbs, spices or nuts. The mortar is dishwasher safe