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The Mkate Basket

Name: The Mkate Basket
Brand: Neste Craft
SKU: MKA-HLV-NAT-STD-01058
Price: 32.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product Description

Share bread, share stories. A beautifully open weave Tanzanian basket designed to bring organic warmth and artisanal soul to your dining table.

Details

SKU: MKA-HLV-NAT-STD-01058
Origin: Tanzania
Brand: Neste Craft
Style: Food Serving, Home Decor
Material: Natural Tanzanian Plant Fibers
Color: Natural Beige Tone
Item Shape: Low profile, wide expansive tray
Weight: lightweight

About This Item

The Mkate Basket is a handcrafted piece inspired by the heart of African homes, where bread is shared, stories are told and family gathers. Carefully woven by skilled Tanzanian artisans using natural plant fibers, this basket carries both strength and elegance in its unique open design. Its name, "Mkate" (the Swahili word for bread), reflects its primary purpose serving as the vessel for life’s daily nourishment.

While designed perfectly for serving bread, it is equally suited for displaying seasonal fruits, pastries, or as a decorative focal point. The breathable weave adds a natural, earthy touch to any space, reflecting the tradition and patience of true African craftsmanship.

Usage

It can be used as a centrepiece for fruits.
Place on a large dining table or ottoman to add organic warmth to a room.
It is designed perfectly for serving bread.

Why You’ll Love It

Versatile Serving: Transition easily from breakfast rolls to a centerpiece for your fruit.
Authentic Heritage: Every basket is made by hand in Tanzania, meaning your purchase directly supports the preservation of traditional weaving techniques.

Care & Maintenance

Shake out crumbs regularly. Wipe with a dry cloth for dust for deeper cleaning, use a damp cloth and air dry immediately.

Do not soak or place in the dishwasher, as natural fibers can swell or mildew if left wet.

Store in a dry, ventilated area to maintain the fiber's natural scent and color.

KEY ITEM FEATURES

Allows air to circulate around fresh bread and pastries, keeping crusts crisp and fruits fresher for longer.

Crafted from 100% natural plant materials, providing an eco-friendly and food safe serving solution.

Features a unique, flowing structure that serves as a stunning cultural center piece even when empty.

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Share bread, share stories. A beautifully open weave Tanzanian basket designed to bring organic warmth and artisanal soul to your dining table.

Allows air to circulate around fresh bread and pastries, keeping crusts crisp and fruits fresher for longer.

Crafted from 100% natural plant materials, providing an eco-friendly and food safe serving solution.

Features a unique, flowing structure that serves as a stunning cultural center piece even when empty.

Share bread, share stories. A beautifully open weave Tanzanian basket designed to bring organic warmth and artisanal soul to your dining table.

SKU MKA-HLV-NAT-STD-01058

Origin Tanzania

Brand Neste Craft

Style Food Serving, Home Decor

Material Natural Tanzanian Plant Fibers

Color Natural Beige Tone

Item Shape Low profile, wide expansive tray

Weight lightweight

It can be used as a centrepiece for fruits.
Place on a large dining table or ottoman to add organic warmth to a room.
It is designed perfectly for serving bread.

Versatile Serving: Transition easily from breakfast rolls to a centerpiece for your fruit.
Authentic Heritage: Every basket is made by hand in Tanzania, meaning your purchase directly supports the preservation of traditional weaving techniques.