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The love of life, family, friends and good food has inspired COSTA NOVA to create fine stoneware collections that combine quality and design with the best in ceramic craftsmanship. The brand produces innovative and sustainable stoneware, made from the best natural resources in Portugal. We embrace "handmade" and preserve our European heritage in the manufacture of our stoneware collections, bringing to the table and to the home unique and elegant pieces that suit perfectly in today’s way of living and are able to last for generations. COSTA NOVA was born in a small Portuguese fishing village, near the Atlantic Ocean. Nowadays, carrying Portugal's name and heritage all over the world COSTA NOVA is present across the 5 continents, in prestigious department stores and boutiques, hotels and renowned restaurants. Using the best natural resources in Portugal, COSTA NOVA products are made in a single firing system heated up to 1180 degrees C (2160 degrees F) which creates a unique ceramic body with a special bonding between the clay and the glazed surface. This original formula explains why our stoneware is so durable and resistant to both thermal and mechanical shocks. In addiction, our team of designers, technicians, modellers and craftsmen are constantly developing original shapes and colours, all the way to truly unique designed and handcrafted pieces. COSTA NOVA sees its products and operations as part of a long-life cycle and is committed to taking better care of the community and of the world. The effort to go green and to minimize our impact on the environment is (always) a work in progress. As producers, we commit ourselves daily to protect the environment, avoiding unnecessary harm through the resources we use and the products we manufacture.

Features

Not all stoneware is created equally. In fact, there is not a standard, universal definition of stoneware and the word is frequently misused to describe other ceramic products. At our factories in Portugal, the ancient skills of modelling and decorating are combined with modern technology in a special process that produces high-quality fine stoneware products capable of withstanding everyday use over many years. Manufactured in a single firing system heated up to 1180 degrees C (2160 degrees F) our stoneware is very strong and durable. Its glazed surface is fully vitrified which gives it high resistance to both thermal and mechanical shocks. Oven, freezer and microwave safe: All pieces manufactured in fine stoneware have high thermal shock resistance, withstanding temperature variations between -20 degrees C and 250 degrees C (0 degrees F to 500 degrees F). The maximum thermal variation advised is 180 degrees C (350 degrees F). All stoneware products can be safely used in the oven, microwave, and freezer. As a precaution, you should avoid placing pieces straight from the oven on a cold surface. Do not use it over a direct flame. Avoid the use of products with craquelée surfaces such as Cristal (Grey), Elements (Algarve and Lomo), Lisboa, Madeira and Riviera in the oven and freezer. Dishwasher safe: All our pieces are easy to wash and clean and abrasive cleaners can be used without the risk of damaging the surface due to its high durability and low porosity. Most items can be washed daily in the dishwasher. To ensure the items last longer we advise you to make sure that no item rubs or bumps against another during the wash cycle, preventing damage. As a precaution we recommend you wash oversized items and more delicate pieces by hand. Food safe: All COSTA NOVA products meet the standards established by International Standards including the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with regard to lead and cadmium. They are food safe. Craftsmanship: All COSTA NOVA stoneware products are hand-finished which provides them unique character. Any irregularities, colour variations or small imperfections should considered defects, but unique marks of authenticity.
Sophisticated, vintage-inspired collection. As its name suggests, the Cristal collection is inspired by the rich patterns found in the most sublime crystal craftsmanship. This tactile and sophisticated collection stands out from the ordinary and makes an impressive appearance on the table. With its beautiful reactive finish, CRISTAL NACAR is inspired by the sophisticated yet natural colours of beach shells.
Glossy glaze, Unique finish.
Oven safe, Microwave safe, Dishwasher safe, Freezer safe.