Question 1

What is an onion?

Accepted Answer

An onion is a vegetable that belongs to the genus Allium, along with garlic, leeks, and chives. It is characterized by its distinctive layered structure and pungent flavor when raw, which becomes sweet and mellow when cooked. Onions are widely used in cooking around the world to add flavor to dishes, whether they are eaten raw in salads, pickled, or cooked in various recipes. They come in different colors and varieties, such as white, yellow, and red onions, each offering slightly different flavors and culinary uses.

Question 2

Why do onion?

Accepted Answer

Onions are used in cooking for several reasons:

Flavor: Onions add a unique and pungent flavor to dishes. They can range from sharp and spicy when raw to sweet and savory when cooked, enhancing the overall taste profile of a dish.
Aromatic Base: Onions are often used as a base ingredient in many cuisines to build flavor. They are commonly sautéed with other ingredients like garlic and vegetables to create a flavorful foundation for soups, stews, sauces, and more.
Texture: Onions can add texture to dishes, whether they are diced finely to blend in with other ingredients or sliced thicker to provide a bit of crunch or bite.
Versatility: Onions can be used in various forms—raw, cooked, caramelized, pickled, or even fried—allowing them to adapt to different culinary techniques and dishes.
Nutritional Benefits: Onions are low in calories but rich in vitamins (such as vitamin C and B vitamins) and minerals (like potassium and manganese). They also contain antioxidants and sulfur compounds that may offer health benefits.
Cultural Significance: Onions are integral to many cultural and regional cuisines around the world, playing a central role in traditional dishes and culinary practices.
Overall, onions are a versatile and essential ingredient in cooking that not only adds flavor but also contributes to the texture and nutritional content of dishes.

Question 3

Do you ship to my country?

Accepted Answer

We currently only ship to North America, but send an email for a custom shipping quote.

Question 4

Do you make ceramics by hand?

Accepted Answer

Yes hands made 100%. Vessels are generally thrown on a wheel.

Question 5

Do you hand make shirts and hats?

Accepted Answer

Silkscreening and embroidery are done by businesses local to us. The blank shirts and hats are made somewhere else.

Question 6

Do you do trades?

Accepted Answer

Yes! But not always, because it depends on what you are trading.

Question 7

Why is shipping so expensive?

Accepted Answer

I don't know it totally sucks. If a shipping quote winds up being $5 or more less than the quote, the buyer will be reimbursed that difference.

Question 8

Local pickup?

Accepted Answer

Intermittent local pickups will be available in Toronto Canada, and in the Niagara Region.

Question 9

Can these be dishwashered?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but we would recommend using the top rack or just hand washing. Onion have broken and chipped more things using the dishwasher than washing by hand. It can affect the surface over time as well.

Question 10

What are pitting and pinholes? What is crawling? Other irregularities you mention?

Accepted Answer

Pitting and pinholes are small holes in the surface of the glaze. Some people think these make wares not food safe as small pieces of food and liquid can get in them and form bacteria. Crawling is when an area is not covered in glaze so that you can see the clay body itself. If you wash and dry things properly this should not be an issue, however Onion have made notes if these imperfections appear in any of the vessels and this is reflected in the price.

Question 11

Multiple firings?

Accepted Answer

Onion have noted on some items when they have been through multiple glaze firings. Generally work is fired twice; once as bisque ware and then to glaze. Onion tend to fire more than once if Onion not happy with the glazed surface, but will not glaze fire more than three times.

Question 12

Why my mug is not perfect?

Accepted Answer

If Onion want perfect, must shop at HomeSense Ikea.

Question 13

FREE SHIPPING?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Once an order hits a special number of money, shipping is free!

Question 14

Shipping to USA?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for most things a flat rate of $30.

Question 15

When next drop?

Accepted Answer

Onion is always working on new items. The site will update when things are ready to 100% our satisfaction. Sign up for Onion Ceramics mailing list (at the bottom in the footer of website) to receive a notice that new items have been listed 24 hours before this is announced to INSTAGRAM!

Question 16

Do you charge tax?

Accepted Answer

Yes in Canada Onion 13% HST

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