Beldi glass became a genuine Moroccan institution in 1946 as the tea glass used by all Moroccan families. Mouth blown from recycled glass, it is recognizable due to it small elements of puffiness that allow people to grab it with no risk of burn, and to store it in cafes on the iron racks. Produced in a 100% recycled-glass factory in Marrakech, our collection is heated, blown, and hand-shaped, then soaked in a progressive-cooling furnace. The result is an extremely resistant material and an elegant design that are suitable for everyday use. The green reflection of the glass comes from the recycled glass components used in its making.
In Morocco, people often use the word beldi. It is used for a variety of everyday items and foods, including beldi eggs, beldi tiles, beldi chicken, beldi soda, beldi vegetables, and, naturally, beldi glasses. This endearing term is hardly translatable, but to the locals, it means traditional, handmade, and local. The word beldi contrasts with the adjective "room," which suggests something modern and industrial, with no traditional origins or ties to Moroccan handmade know-how.
Beldi glassware is entirely made by hand, and minor imperfections are intrinsically part of the design, making the beauty and reminding us of the rich artisan skills of the beautiful country of Morocco.
