Laevo Mortar and Pestle Set - 5.5 Inch Large Marble Mortar and Pestle Bowl - 2-Cup Capacity - Stone Grinder for Spices, Guacamole, Pesto - Sturdy Reversible Design for Kitchens

I love this mortar and pestle. It was packaged well and it is impressively large and in charge.It has two mortar "zones". One is large and you simply flip it over to use the smaller bowl. The pestle is similarly two-sided and you can use whichever end suits the particular purpose at hand.It also comes with a circular rubber/silicone pad that prevents the mortar from slipping.It's made of solid granite and I'm confident it will outlast me. It also looks great sitting on the counter.It weighs 2750 grams (6 lbs, 1 oz) so it's pretty solid. The pestle weighs 625 grams (1 lb, 6 ozs) so be careful not to drop it on your toes!

The Laevo White Marble Mortar and Pestle Set (Large) is an exceptional kitchen tool that combines functionality with elegance. The marble construction is not only aesthetically pleasing but also incredibly durable. The solid weight of the mortar provides stability, making grinding spices, herbs, and even tougher ingredients like nuts and garlic a breeze. The pestle is comfortable to hold and has just the right heft to make crushing and grinding effortless.One of the standout features of this set is its versatility; it’s perfect for creating everything from spice blends to homemade pastes and sauces. The marble material is also easy to clean, and it doesn’t absorb odors or flavors, ensuring that your ingredients remain pure. The large size is perfect for preparing generous amounts, whether you're cooking for a family or a dinner party. This mortar and pestle set is a must-have for anyone serious about cooking.

What a joy to cook with a piece of art. This thing is heavy and beautiful (I got the dark grey). The two sides of the mortor and the pestle are clever and provide options. The no-slip silicone base is also clever and protects surfaces as well. This would make a fantastic wedding present, or gift for someone with a new home or who loves to cook. It’ll last forever.

I like everything about this mortar/pestle. 2 bowls for different tasks. Pestle has 2 grinding surfaces. Skid proof counter protector is included. It's sturdy and practical.

Nice and sturdy, heavy, 2-sided mortar and 2-sided pestle. Comes with a little wooden spoon and a rubber lid for covering something you are not ready to remove from it right away.

Although I've owned/used the same Krups electric spice grinder for decades, I've always yearned for an "old fashioned" mortar & pestle. Did some internet research. This one from Laevo Cook seems to fit the bill.It was promptly delivered in tact. It looks good, the dark gray granite body with the etched leaf topped and bottomed by the lighter granite. Timeless design? It is heavy & sturdy. Same with the pestle although someone with large hands might find it short. The silicone lid is great; it creates an air tight seal. The small wooden spoon is a must have. Very good quality at a reasonable price. Over a two day period I cured both bowls (rice, then garlic, cumin, kosher salt) twice. Washed with water, air dried.Then it was time for a simple guacamole. Scrunched up a little chopped white onion, jalapeno, cilantro, & sea salt into a paste. Scrunched in some lime juice. Mashed in the chopped flesh of one avocado. Chopped up & stirred in with the small wooden spoon one small deseeded plum tomato from my garden. Adjusted with sea salt & fresh ground black pepper. Voila! Over the next two hours, my white corn tortilla chips & I made repeated trips to that mortar bowl on the kitchen table. The silicone lid created an airtight seal; the guacamole didn't brown. The small wooden spoon came in handy for scraping out the last bit of guac. I've already purchased a replacement avocado. Basil pesto is on deck.Con: The larger bowl is @ 4.5" wide x 2.25" deep. That will likely be sufficient to grind spices for most recipes. But for guacamole, pestos, salsas, etc. for more than one or two people, you'll want a larger mortar & pestle.Pro: It's a keeper! I'll just buy a traditional lava molcajete for the larger jobs.

Best mortar & pestle money can buy! Worth every penny. Arrived intact and ready to season. After about 15 minutes crushing white rice, cumin, garlic, salt and pepper it is seasoned and ready to use. Great kitchen addition.

Products that receive a five star rating from me are rare. This is one of them. The stone is well processed so that surface is clearly defined. The smooth areas are smooth and the coarse areas are coarse. Both curvatures of the top and bottom well serve the different types of crushing and grinding. The ends of the pestle are curved to match respectively.Out of the box, there are still powdery residue left from the manufacturing process. There are instructions on the box on how to clean this up. On use, this set is very nice to work with. The mortar and pestle felt well on grind and impact. The lid serves well to cover freshly crushed herbs and spices until ready for use. The wood spoon is good for scooping up the crushed food.Cleaning takes a little effort especially after working with chili peppers. It takes a stiff nylon brush and vigorous brushing to clean the pepper residue. Since in nature, the stone is porous, a little of the peppery flavour will stay. Someone told us applying and rubbing a teaspoon of real-lemon juice will rid the pepper flavour. Then rinse the lemon juice well off afterwards. This lemon-rinse method works to a great extent.Although cleaning takes some elbow grease, it is a fine product for the purpose of crushing and grinding herbs and spice. Definitely recommend.

El hecho que se puedan utilizar las dos caras del mortero lo hacen muy versatil.

Es imprescindible en la cocina para las personas que les gusta condimentar la comida. Muy buena calidad y práctico, ya que se puede usar de ambos lados. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.

El material es de primera, el peso es grande para el tamaño que tiene lo que le da mucha estabilidad. la ventaja de poder usar los dos extremos del mortero es muy buena

This is an expensive mortar and pestle but performance is so good you soon forget the price and enjoy the quality of a product that will last a lifetime. The mortar has two sides one shallow and the other deeper and the pestle has two ends one with a wider head, so can be used for making pastes or just grinding down spices etc. It comes with a rubber mat to protect a work surface and allows the mortar to be held confidently.