In Northeast Spain, these Cazuelas are mainly used for making paellas and other rice dishes, however they are also used for roasting meats and chicken. Length 8, Width 8, Height 2, Diameter 8 and Capacity 24oz (filled comfortably without overflowing). In a small town in Northeast of Spain, artisans have been producing handmade cazuelas in the same way it has been done for thousands of years. The cazuelas of Pereruela are unique due to the composition of clays found in the area and made from two different types of clay. They are composed of a heavy, slow-drying red clay which gives the pieces its strength, and a white clay containing quartz, feldspar, and mica that can be seen with the naked eye and gives the pieces its refectory properties. Will last many years with proper use and care (each piece comes with a product information sheet outlining the Uses and Care for the product).