Terafeu is handmade French refractory clay. Clay is the best material for bringing out the flavors of your food, more so than copper and cast iron and stainless steel. All the best chefs in the world prefer clay. All our terafeu products are made of ovenproof high fired clay, making them very resistant to thermal chock and the baking items, made with refractory clay, can be used in an oven and on a slow growing flame. The serving items are made of natural terracotta. They are lead inside the cookware items to insure safety. The bright colors are reminiscent of the fascinating nature of the basque region of France where the items are hand made using century old techniques. All items are individually hand crafted, the majority of them on a potter"s wheel, all glazed by hand, kiln fired and hand painted. No two items are the same. Each item is created with love and history for a particular function and use. They are functional and decorative at the same time, going from your oven to your table for just one dish for all your needs.