The hole on the side have a grape bunch pattern and a single hole on the bottom. They are good for draining freshly washed fruit as well as draining a little pasta. These are all made from stoneware and fired in a gas kiln to about 2,300º F. The glazes are all earthly materials and food-safe. Though they can be put in a dishwasher, that environment can be harsh and handmade pottery lives a happier life being hand-washed.
