There’s something to be said about getting back to the basics. I mean waaaaay back.

As someone who loves to retreat to the kitchen when I’m super-stressed out, new gadgets and cookware to entice me to stay longer is sometimes just what the doctor ordered.

When I discovered Pomaireware™ earlier this year I was completely intrigued. First, I love love loved the pig tureen and serving spoon - for purely aesthetic reasons – but after learning more about this clay bakeware from Chile, I could feel a new cooking obsession coming on.

Since the middle of the 19th century, Pomaire, Chile has been producing distinctive earth ware that is both functional and decorative. The artisans have preserved the tradition of working with clay using the same techniques that have been handed down from generation to generation.

Each piece is dried naturally, then smoothed and burnished with an agate stone before being fired. No glaze or varnish is used. Consequently, it has its own defects and discolorations that in no way affect the performance of each piece. That is why throughout Chile it is difficult to dine without something in a Pomaireware bowl or pot.

So, in the spirit of Delight.com’s quest to discover items that are not only fabulous, but also insanely useful, we couldn’t pass up this adorable and completely multi-functional tureen/serving dish. In the time I’ve used this product, I’ve filled it with:

- Paella

- Casseroles

- Guacamole and Salsa (looks SO cute!)

- Vegetables & side dishes

…all to the glowing accolades of my dinner guests. (Seriously, that pig is just really fab).

All Pomaireware items are lead-free, oven safe up to 450F, stove top safe (electric w/diffuser) and microwave safe.

And if you become obsessed like me, the side effects are only positive, I promise.

Why This Gets The Delight Seal of Approval:
We tested many to bring you one Delightful Must-Have today…

• - Authentic Pomaireware™ serving dish with ladle; clay bakeware made in Chile.
• - Lead-free, oven safe up to 450F, stove top safe and microwave safe.
• - Can go into the oven but we suggest putting it on a rack.
• - Size: 14.5″x7.75″x5″
• - Each piece comes with a Chilean recipe to get you started!
• - A wonderful, unique, eco-friendly gift for any foodie.
• - Perfect for any Thanksgiving table!
• - Gorgeous gift-wrapping available.