Description
This pair of ceramic salt and pepper shakers is shaped like two plump garlic bulbs, complete with the ribbed cloves, the rounded base and the narrow neck where the papery skin gathers at the top. The white surface is washed with soft purple streaks that deepen towards the base, just as a fresh bulb of garlic does, and the glossy finish catches the light on the table. Small holes are set into the top of each neck for shaking. They measure 5.8cm high, 5.7cm long and 5.4cm wide, so they sit neatly in the hand and take up very little room.
We think they look happiest on a kitchen table or a dining table laid for supper, where a pair of garlic bulbs feels right at home among bread, olive oil and a bowl of pasta. They suit a farmhouse kitchen, a small flat or a cottage dining room equally well, and their small footprint means they fit on a crowded worktop by the kettle or on a narrow shelf beside the spice jars when the meal is over. The white and purple colouring sits comfortably alongside plain white plates and wooden boards, and adds a little humour to everyday meals without shouting about it.
Each shaker is made from ceramic and fills through a silicone stopper at the base: pull it out, top up with table salt or ground pepper, and press it back in. The ceramic should be washed by hand only, with warm soapy water and a soft cloth, then dried thoroughly before refilling so the salt stays free-flowing. Set one shaker on either side of the bread board for a supper with friends, or tuck the pair into a hamper alongside a good olive oil for a cheerful kitchen gift.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Colour |
White & Purple |
| Material |
Shakers: ceramic; stoppers: silicone |
| Length |
5.7cm |
| Width |
5.4cm |
| Height |
5.8cm |
| Weight |
0.109KG |
| Contents |
2 shakers |
| Care |
Hand wash only. |
Frequently Asked
How big are the garlic salt and pepper shakers?
They measure 5.8cm high, 5.7cm long and 5.4cm wide, small enough to sit on a crowded table or tuck onto a narrow kitchen shelf.
How do I refill the shakers?
Pull out the silicone stopper at the base of the shaker, top it up with table salt or ground pepper, then press the stopper firmly back into place.
What are the shakers made from?
The shakers are ceramic with a glossy white and purple finish, and the stoppers that close the base are made from silicone.
How should I clean them?
We recommend washing them by hand only, using warm soapy water and a soft cloth, then drying them thoroughly inside and out before you refill them.
How many shakers do I get?
You receive two garlic bulb shakers, one for salt and one for pepper, so the pair is ready to set out on the table together.
Would they make a good gift?
They make a cheerful little kitchen gift, and pair nicely with a bottle of good olive oil or a jar of sea salt in a hamper.