PANWA Bamboo Sticky Rice Serving Basket Thai Kratip Container 100% Handmade Traditional Village Handicrafts With Vegetable Plant Based Dye Coloring

Our traditional Thai village handicrafts of interlaced woven, serving baskets, steamer baskets and rice preparation products are meticulous crafted by local artisans. These typically common-use kitchen implements, are NOT produced by machines in a factory, rather each piece is handmade in Thailand, the same way it has been for generations. Enhance Your Sticky Rice Experience Crafted from 100% natural bamboo, this planet-friendly serving basket is not only good for the environment but also ensures your food remains 100% safe. The carefully selected bamboo ensures the finest quality, making it an ideal choice for those who cherish both tradition and eco-conscious living. They are not just containers but also pieces of art. They are memories of the vibrant Thai culture, a perfect souvenir that encapsulates the beauty of Thai craftsmanship and the flavors of its cuisine. Perfect Size for Serving These compact yet spacious containers are perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions, making them a versatile addition to your kitchen. Enhance your culinary creations with our beautifully fashioned serving baskets. Q: Can I steam sweet rice directly in the Panwa serving basket? A: No, the Panwa basket is intended for storing and serving sticky rice, not for steaming or cooking. It is designed to keep sticky rice warm and fresh for longer periods. Q: Will the food safe natural dye bleed through and color my sticky rice. If you don't want to use a liner and want to prevent this, simply drop the basket into simmering water for a few minutes and the dye will bleed out. For export, we insure there are no harmful chemicals used in sterilizing the reeds, they are placed in a wood fired oven that heats the reeds and sterilizes the material. This process can sometimes leave the basket with a slight campfire like smell. If you experience this, place the basket outdoors and let it air, the wood smoke scent will decline and disappear. Q: How do I clean the Panwa sticky rice basket? A: In Thailand most everyone now uses a plastic bag liner to make clean up simple. Up in the northern country many people still fill the baskets without the liner, in this case just give it a quick rinse with water and then let it air dry in the sunlight or simply wipe it with a damp cloth and let it dry. Products made in Thailand are generally (but not always) shipped from Thailand, not through another country. 🌱 Eco-friendly: 100% natural bamboo and is also 100% food safe. 🌱 Freshly Crafted: Bring out crisp new flavors in your old recipe, with our beautiful fashioned serving basket. As these sticky rice baskets are hewn by a fire to dry the reed stock, a faint hint of the charred scent is innate to the fabricated cane sedge and that fragrance enriches the rice grain contents. 🌱 Hand Woven: Individually handcrafted and designed to endure daily use, these functional food preparation implements will make any asian cuisine taste authentic. 🌱 Size: Container diameter is ~5.5 inches and the height is ~6 inches in height when closed.