This Beka Cookware Tajine features a traditional design in stylish black and white that combines form and function with amazing elegance. The base is manufactured in cast iron for optimal heat retention, and is suitable for all cooktops, while the lid is in white ceramic. Cast iron is incredibly durable and has an strong capacity to hold heat, while the conical shaped ceramic lid insures the condensation can collect and return to the bottom where it can re-enter the food, resulting in very tender and aromatic dish. In a tajine, the food is cooked very slowly, at low temperatures. Typically used for preparing authentic North African dishes, the recipe possibilities are endless, with an unlimited choice of meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, spices and accompaniments. The most commonly-used meats are lamb, veal, beef, pork, chicken, sausage, and various kinds of fish, and vegetables include potatoes, tomatoes, beets, turnips, peas, carrots, leeks, fennel, chick peas, and green olives. Cook and serve in this beautiful tajine for a unique cooking and serving experience. Measures 9-1/2 inch across and holds 2-1/4 quart.