Tableware Tips & Traditions
Learn how to care for your handmade pieces and style your table the Algerian way.
At ZeitunaHome, every plate, bowl, and cup carries more than utility — it carries meaning. From the earthy hills of Kabylie to the medinas of Tlemcen, Algerian tableware reflects a rich heritage of hospitality, craftsmanship, and slow beauty.
This guide helps you make the most of your Zeituna pieces: how to care for them, how to style them, and how to reconnect with the rituals they honor.
Caring for Handmade Ceramics
✨ Daily Care
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Wash by hand with a soft sponge and mild soap.
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If you use a dishwasher, choose a gentle cycle and avoid overloading.
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Dry immediately to avoid water spots on glazes.
🔥 Heat & Stain Tips
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Most Zeituna ceramics are oven-safe and microwave-safe, but avoid thermal shock (don’t move from freezer to oven directly).
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Soak stained dishes in a mixture of baking soda and warm water overnight.
❌ What to Avoid
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Abrasive scrubbing pads
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Metal utensils that scratch the glaze
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Sudden temperature changes
The Art of Algerian Table Styling
In Algeria, setting the table is a gesture of welcome. It’s how we say, “You belong here.”
Here’s how to bring that spirit to your own home:
1. Let the Center Speak
Use a ceramic centerpiece — a tagine, bowl, or large platter — as the heart of your table. Add seasonal touches: olive branches, dates, pomegranates.
2. Mix Patterns With Purpose
Don’t be afraid to mix different designs. Choose a common tone — like deep blue or terracotta — and build around it. Think layers: dinner plate, salad bowl, cup.
3. Add Texture
Use woven placemats, embroidered napkins, or a handwoven table runner. These subtle layers reflect traditional Algerian souks.
4. Light With Intention
Place one or two low candles or ceramic lanterns for warmth — Algerian dinners are often shared around soft light and long conversations.
A Tradition of Togetherness
Algerian table culture is about more than plates — it’s about presence. It’s the way someone peeks into the pot, the way mint tea is poured, the rhythm of hands breaking bread.
By styling your table with ZeitunaHome pieces, you’re not just decorating. You’re joining a tradition — and keeping it alive.
