Traditional Earthy Cookware

The oldest form of Cookware documented in human civilization is clay and earthy materials have since played a critical role in enhancing the taste and develop cuisines across the world. Rich in calcium, Iron, Magnesium and other micro minerals, its a given that one form of earthy cookware is a must in any traditional home.

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Different Clay and Stone Cookware

A quick guide to understanding the different types

Handcrafted Soapstone Cookware Kalchatti Treated-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Soapstone Cookware Kalchatti (Treated) Sale priceFrom Rs. 990 INR
Clay Cooking Pot-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Clay Cooking Pot Sale priceRs. 430 INR
Mesthin Manipur Black Pottery-Longpi Pottery with wooden handles on a gray surface-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Mesthin: Manipur Black Pottery Pot Sale priceFrom Rs. 3,940 INR
Material

Soapstone

River Clay

Mixture of Clay & 2 types of Stone

Induction Compatible

No

No

No

Coil Stove Compatible

Yes

Yes for Flat bottom cookware

Yes

Health Benefits

Rich in Calcium & Magnesium, Neutralises acidity

Rich in Iron, Neutralises Acidity

Rich in Iron, Kills Germs & Neutralises Acidity

Life of Product

Lasts Generations!

12-18 months

5-10 yrs if maintained well.

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Handcrafted Soapstone Cookware Kalchatti Treated-Zishta Traditional CookwareSoapstone-Cookware-Kalchatti-Treated-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Soapstone Cookware Kalchatti (Treated) Sale priceFrom Rs. 990 INR
Manipur Longpi Black Pottery Kadai with wooden handles on a gray surface with a white brick wall background-Zishta Traditional CookwareManipur Longpi Black Pottery Kadai with lid on a white background-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Kadai: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceFrom Rs. 5,160 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Open Kadai with wooden handle on a white surface, with decorative wall art in the background-Zishta Traditional CookwareManipur Black Pottery Open Kadai with yellow handles on a white surface, with decorative elements in the background-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Open Kadai: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceFrom Rs. 3,000 INR
Mesthin Manipur Black Pottery-Longpi Pottery with wooden handles on a gray surface-Zishta Traditional CookwareMesthin Manipur Black Pottery-Longpi Pottery with wooden handles on a gray surface, with wooden spoons hanging in the background-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Mesthin: Manipur Black Pottery Pot Sale priceFrom Rs. 3,940 INR
Soapstone Kitchen Storage Containers Maakal Combo-Zishta Traditional CookwareSoapstone Kitchen Storage Containers Maakal Combo 1-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Combo Soapstone Kitchen Storage Containers (Maakal) - Set of 2 (Medium or Small) Sale priceFrom Rs. 1,650 INR
Soapstone Kalchatti Extra large Size with Lid on a wooden surface-Zishta Traditional CookwareTreated Soapstone Kalchatti with Lid on a brown surface-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Soapstone Cookware Kalchatti With Lid (Treated) Sale priceFrom Rs. 2,540 INR
Soapstone Kitchen Storage Containers Maakal-Zishta Traditional CookwareSoapstone Storage Containers Maakal -Curd Setter-Zishta Traditional Storage Containers
Soapstone Kitchen Storage Containers (Curd Setter-Spice Storage) Sale priceFrom Rs. 940 INR
Clay Cooking Pot-Zishta Traditional CookwareUnglazed Clay Cooking Pot-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Clay Cooking Pot Sale priceRs. 430 INR
Clay Kadai-Zishta Traditional CookwareClay Kadai 1-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Clay Kadai Sale priceRs. 520 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Gravy pot Hamlei with lid on a gray surface-Zishta Traditional CookwareManipur Black Pottery Gravy pot Hamlei with lid on a gray surface, with wooden spoons in the background-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Hamlei: Manipur Black Pottery Gravy Pot Sale priceRs. 4,130 INR
Soapstone Maakal Mortar and pestle on a gray surface with a blue background-Zishta Traditional Kitchen AccessoriesSoapstone mortar and pestle on a gray surface with a blue abstract background-Zishta Traditional Kitchen Accessories
Soapstone (Maakal) Mortar & Pestle Sale priceRs. 530 INR
Soapstone Kadai on a marble surface with a brick wall background-Zishta Traditional CookwareSoapstone Kalchatti Kadai on a blue wooden surface-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Soapstone Kalchatti Kadai Treated Sale priceFrom Rs. 1,360 INR
Clay Cooking Spinach Pot-Zishta Traditional CookwareClay Cooking Spinach Pot 1-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Clay Cooking Spinach Pot Sale priceRs. 520 INR
Clay Rice Pot-Zishta Traditional CookwareClay Rice Pot 1-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Clay Rice Pot with Strainer Plate Sale priceRs. 750 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Tea Cups-2-Zishta ServewareManipur Black Pottery Tea Cups-1-Zishta Serveware
Tea Cups : Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceFrom Rs. 560 INR
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Manipur Longpi Black Pottery Wok with wooden handles on a white surface, with decorative wall art in the background-Zishta Traditional CookwareManipur Longpi Black Pottery Wok on grass-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Wok: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceRs. 4,600 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Casserole with lid on a light surface with spices and herbs-Zishta Traditional CookwareManipur Black Pottery Casserole with a lid on a light surface-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Casserole: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceRs. 5,540 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Serving Dining plate on a light wooden surface with a logo and text-Zishta Traditional ServewareManipur Black Pottery Serving Dining on a wooden surface with a blurred background-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Serving-Dining Plate: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceRs. 1,270 INR
Four Manipur Black Pottery Mugs on a textured surface with a blurred background-Zishta Traditional ServewareManipur Black Pottery Jug pouring water into a Manipur Black Pottery Mug on a wooden surface-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Glasses-Mugs Set: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceFrom Rs. 1,410 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Water Mug on a textured surface with a light background-Zishta Traditional ServewareManipur Black Pottery Water Mug on a textured woven surface with a blue wall background-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Manipur Black Pottery Water Mug Sale priceRs. 900 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Serving Plate and Mug Set on a wooden surface with decorative elements-Zishta Traditional ServewareManipur Black Pottery Serving Plate on a wooden surface with decorative elements-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Serving Plate & Mug Set: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceRs. 1,690 INR
Manipur Longpi Black Pottery Kettle Tea Pot-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Manipur Black Pottery Kettle Sale priceRs. 2,770 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Gravy Pot Tall-Zishta Traditional CookwareManipur Black Pottery Gravy Pot Tall 1-Zishta Traditional Cookware
Tall Pot: Manipur Black Pottery Gravy Pot Sale priceRs. 3,290 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Milk Cup on a brown woven coaster with a floral-patterned fabric background-Zishta Traditional ServewareManipur Black Pottery Milk Cup on a patterned tablecloth with a teapot in the background-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Milk Cups: Manipur Black Pottery Sale priceRs. 930 INR
Manipur Black Pottery Tea Coffee Cup with a wooden handle on a textured surface-Zishta Traditional ServewareManipur Black Pottery Tea Coffee Cup with a wooden handle on a textured surface-Zishta Traditional Serveware
Tea /Coffee: Black Pottery Cups Sale priceFrom Rs. 560 INR

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