I have a ceramic M&P that I have used for nearly 40 years without a
single problem. It is about 6 inches across, and it wasn't cheap, even
then. My advice is to invest in a good ceramic set, and don't drop it.
Your great grandchildren will still be using it. The best come from
Coors (Yes, the beer people, politics aside.) A Google for coors
ceramics should turn up what you need, but any good laboratory supply
(e.g., van Waters and Rogers) should be able to help as well.
Granite would be a good second choice, and it looks great if you are
serving something like guacamole in it.
Mike Acord

wrote:
> hello,
> i'm in the market for a good m&p and was wondering about the best
> material. granite seems to make the most sense. i plan on using it
> mainly for thai curries and italian pestos.
> thanks in advance for any helpful comments.
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