Barro Rojo, or Red Clay Terracotta Dinner Plate Made in San Marcos Tlapazola, Oaxaca.

Meticulously handcrafted in San Marcos Tlapazola, this dinner plate exemplifies the skill and dedication of the all-women potters who carry on the traditions of their ancestors. The rich terracotta color, unique texture, and subtle variations in each plate showcase the natural allure of red clay, creating an enchanting dining experience. With its stunning craftsmanship and artisanal charm, this plate is perfect for showcasing your culinary creations and adding an authentic touch to your table setting. Don’t forget to check out the Salad Plate and Cereal Bowl from the Barro Rojo Collection to get the set!

• Sold individually
• Made of locally sourced Barro Rojo, or Red Clay in San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec, indigenous community in Oaxaca
• Food-Safe and lead-free: No dyes or glazes were used, making it lead-free.
• Artisanal: The special color variations, gloss, and texture comes from the burnishing and baking processes, all handmade artisanally, without molds or electrical ovens.
• Red Clay is known for its resistance to high temperatures, making this the perfect cookware for open-fire cooking
• Each plate has unique color variations, which may include black/gray fire stains, making them one-of-a-kind
• MEASUREMENTS:
  11 ½” in diameter
• CARE: We recommend handwashing this piece to ensure texture remains the same for years. Let fully cool before washing. Some pieces of red clay may filter water (because no glaze or sealant was used). Emerenciana, recommends cooking the piece with atole or a thick beverage and letting the piece cool before washing. Doing this several times will “cure” the piece as time and use is the best way to seal barro rojo pieces.

At Lolo - Mercadito we are committed to acknowledging the nature of each product. With each purchase, you are getting a unique and authentic piece that was handmade with love by artisans from Mexico. These are artisanal products. For this reason, there might be some flaws and variations in color, measurements, shapes, and design.