Our new Kuro line of flame blackened finished utensils is inspired by a centuries old, Edo Period, Japanese finishing technique called Yakisugi - often misnamed in architecture as Shou Sugi Ban

This technique involves masterfully charring the utensil over an open flame taking care not to start the utensil on fire or char it excessively. It provides a silky-smooth finish, makes it less likely to absorb aromas, stain, or blacken/burn further.

The utensil is then has any over-charred areas scraped clean, washed, then finished with a natural oil similar to Yakisugi.

This listing is for our Spatula, which is available in four different design profiles:
Midnight - a full, ebony, char which covers the entire utensil.
Dipped - Gives a modern appearance of being dipped in liquid onyx with no stain/dye finish.
Smoke - Rich fog of velvety char blending with the grain of the spoon
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