Stoneware serving platter
Stoneware serving platter
Banana leaves are favored by many Balinese as the ideal way to serve a meal, for it adds flavor to their meals. Inspired by this present-day custom, Tat Yan Soo hand-crafts this stoneware serving platter in the shape of a banana leaf. The tray features two small partitions, ideal for dips and sauces. Featuring a glazed finish, this tray is ideal to entice guests with exotic appetizers. Dishwasher and microwave safe.
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