Product Description

Discover the ancient art of open grinding with our flat olive wood mortar.

Handmade by skilled artisans in Sfax, Tunisia. Carved from a single block of sustainable olive wood. No glues. No fillers. Just a beautiful, shallow grinding surface inspired by traditional Mediterranean kitchens.

Why Choose a Flat Olive Wood Mortar?

🌿 100% Handmade

Each flat olive wood mortar is shaped and sanded by hand. The surface is smooth and slightly textured. Herbs grip the wood naturally. No slipping. No frustration.

🌿 Open Grinding Surface

Unlike deep mortars, this flat surface lets you see your ingredients clearly. You control the crush. Coarse or fine. It is your choice. This flat olive wood mortar gives you complete visibility.

🌿 Naturally Antibacterial

Olive wood contains natural oils. These oils resist bacteria and odors. Your rosemary won’t smell like yesterday’s cumin. Rinse and it is fresh again.

🌿 Perfect for Herbs and Seeds

Flat surface. Full control. Crush dried oregano. Crack coriander seeds. Grind sea salt with lavender. This flat olive wood mortar does it all.

What Makes Our Olive Wood Mortar Different?

Traditional Mediterranean Design

Centuries ago, cooks used flat stone slabs. We improved this design with olive wood. Warmer. Quieter. More beautiful. The same control. Better feel.

Ideal Portion Control

Need exactly one teaspoon of crushed herbs? The flat surface lets you work in small batches. No waste. No guessing. Just perfect portions every time.

Dual Function Beauty

Use it for grinding. Leave it on the counter. This flat olive wood mortar becomes a serving piece. Display sea salt. Showcase dried chilies. Your guests will admire it.

How to Use Your Olive Wood Mortar

1. Place dry herbs or seeds on the flat surface

2. Hold the pestle comfortably

3. Press and roll in firm strokes

4. Grind until desired texture

5. Scrape and collect with a knife or brush

Perfect for:

• Dried oregano and thyme

• Coriander and cumin seeds

• Pink peppercorns

• Sea salt and smoked salt

• Dried chili flakes

• Sesame seeds

Easy Care – Simple and Fast

✔ Wipe clean immediately after use
✔ Hand wash with mild soap
✔ Dry thoroughly with soft cloth
✔ Never soak or dishwasher
✔ Oil monthly to maintain lustre

Two minutes of care. Decades of use.

Why Herbalists Love This  Olive Wood Mortar

“I dry my own herbs from the garden. This flat olive wood mortar lets me crush exactly what I need. No waste. No mess. It is my favorite kitchen tool.”
— Samira, Herbalist and Home Cook

Sustainable & Ethical

Our olive wood comes from pruned branches. No trees are cut.
We work directly with Tunisian artisans. Fair wages. Safe workshops.
Every olive wood mortar you buy preserves heritage and nature.

Perfect Gift For Herbalists and Home Cooks

Know someone who loves fresh herbs?
This flat mortar is:

• Unique and hard to find

• Handmade and authentic

• Useful every single week

• Beautiful enough to display

Ideal for birthdays, hostess gifts, or Christmas.

Ready to grind the traditional way?

Add this hand-carved flat olive wood mortar and pestle to your cart today.
See your ingredients. Control every crush. Cook with heritage.