Having a Dutch pot is a staple and part of the Jamaican culture. The Dutch Pot dates back to the Iron-Age. This was when man was experimenting in casting iron and creating all kinds of vessels, for a variety of reasons. The Dutch Pot is the only way to do authentic Jamaican cooking. It is because of The Dutch Pot that the heat and temperature is always consistent. This causes the food to cook evenly and not burn, which is why our food is always so delicious!