{"product_id":"maselnicka-hermeticka-ladova","title":"Hermetic Butter Keeper Ľadová","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;h = 5.5 cm, ⌀ = 11.5 cm, capacity = 215–220 g of butter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-thrown and trimmed stoneware butter keeper (also known as a French or water butter keeper), fired twice with a final temperature of 1280 °C. This traditional piece consists of two parts – a base filled with water and an upper bell into which the butter is packed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is entirely handmade, glazed, and fired by hand. There will be no difference between the photograph and the product you receive, as this particular piece is the one pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does it work and what makes its design unique?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magic of the French butter keeper lies in keeping butter at the optimal room temperature, so it stays perfectly soft, spreadable, and ready to use – while remaining fresh at the same time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen creating this butter keeper, I paid close attention to details that make everyday use significantly easier:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffective water seal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;Pour a little cold water into the base. The bell has a specially carved groove – designed so that the maximum surface area of the butter comes into direct contact with the water, creating a perfect airtight barrier. The water fully isolates the butter and protects it from oxidation.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(For ideal freshness, simply change the water every 2 to 3 days.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErgonomic grip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;The upper part (the bell) is intentionally slightly wider than the base, making it easy and comfortable to grip and lift with one hand every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlat top:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;The upper part is designed with a flat top, meaning that once removed from the base, it can be placed stably on the table upside down as a standalone butter dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimised size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;The overall dimensions and wall thickness are fine-tuned so that the butter keeper reliably serves its purpose without feeling unnecessarily heavy in the hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety and care:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll my ceramics are made from high-fired stoneware. For this butter keeper, I used a beautiful, creamy-milky satin glaze on the inside, whose recipe comes from an article by Christine Ladeveze (published in the renowned French magazine\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa revue de la céramique et du verre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), and a so-called \"snowflake\" glaze on the outside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface is stable and contains no lead, cadmium, or other toxic materials. Thanks to the high firing at 1280 °C, both the clay and the glaze are completely vitrified, ensuring that the butter keeper is highly durable, food-safe, and does not leach any substances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe butter keeper is technically dishwasher safe, but if you want to keep its surface beautiful for as long as possible, hand washing is always the best choice. I also do not recommend using it in the microwave.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA note on the surface:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;Matte and satin glazes like this one can be more prone to so-called cutlery marks (fine grey streaks left by a metal knife when scooping butter). The pieces themselves are highly vitrified and fully food-safe. This is simply a natural characteristic of such living surfaces and the trade-off for their captivating aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_13sb5_107\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend hand washing. Ceramics can be sensitive to high temperatures and harsh detergents in the dishwasher, which may affect their longevity over time. We do not recommend the microwave, even though the ceramics should survive it. Please keep in mind that this is not a mass-produced factory item, but an individual piece of craftsmanship — treat your mug with care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vranka Ceramics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57224966209909,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/5115\/5829\/files\/bkfreeze.jpg?v=1779790319","url":"https:\/\/vrankaceramics.com\/en\/products\/maselnicka-hermeticka-ladova","provider":"Vranka Ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}