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An overview of how My Chakchouka operates, outlining its system, principles, and commitments. About My Chakchouka A cultural-economic system for Tunisian-made objects. My Chakchouka is a cultural-economic system that sources, prices, and distributes Tunisian-made objects through controlled, transparent supply chains, keeping value, authorship, and continuity with the people and places that produce them. How We Work Our work is governed by structure rather than discretion. Decisions are not improvised or negotiated. They are made within a system built for continuity and traceability over time. How this system operates in practice is defined by a set of documented rules. System stewardship, accountability, and correction procedures are defined here . Operational Logic The System Value loss in global craft trade is structural. My Chakchouka is built to reroute that flow. We govern how value moves, where authorship remains visible, and how continuity is preserved as scale increases. System Architecture Artisan Network Artisans are not content or suppliers. They operate as autonomous nodes within a protected system. Work is repeatable, standards are shared, and visibility never replaces stability. Working With Artisans Transparency What we disclose, how it can be verified, and what is still being built. Transparency Framework

How plant fibers enter making systems in Tunisia, including grasses, palms, preparation, and functional constraints. Plant Fiber Defined through use, over time. What Belongs Here Plant fiber includes: Alfa grass (esparto / halfa) Date palm fiber Rush and reed, where structurally used Plant fiber is considered here only where bundling, twisting, or weaving produces function. Geographic reality Alfa dominates semi-arid steppes. Palm fiber comes from oasis agriculture. Rush appears only where seasonal water allows. Availability is regional, seasonal, and uneven. Harvest conditions Alfa is pulled, not cut. Palm fiber is recovered after fruiting. Rush is cut and soaked seasonally. All extraction is manual. How Plant Fiber Behaves Plant fiber is strong under tension and weak under compression. Alfa is stiff, abrasion-resistant, and brittle when over-bent. Palm fiber is coarse, rigid, and prone to splintering. Rush is more flexible but weaker. Making Implications Forms rely on repetition. Thickness replaces rigidity. Joints are continuous, not discrete. Repair is expected. Speed introduces breakage. Uniformity reduces tolerance. Quality Recognition Quality is judged by: Dryness Strand continuity Flexibility after soaking Absence of snap under bending Objects Plant Fiber Becomes Baskets and containers Mats and seating Ropes and bindings Screens and ceiling panels Use defines form. Longevity & Limits Plant fiber lasts only when maintained. Moisture, abandonment, and misuse cause failure. Under correct conditions, objects persist for decades. Position Plant fiber precise by design. In Tunisia, it persists because its limits are understood.

How people move around Tunisia, including public transport, shared taxis, driving norms, and regional mobility. Mobility & Transport How mobility is structured across Tunisia. Mobility in Tunisia follows clear patterns. Once those patterns are understood, movement becomes steady. Moving well is about choosing the right mode for the right distance, at the right moment. Some systems run on fixed schedules. Others move when they are full or needed. This is how the network balances time, volume, and cost. This page outlines how mobility is structured, so movement across cities and regions can be handled with clarity. Three Movement Domains Mobility in Tunisia is best understood across three domains. Each follows a different logic and requires a different choice of transport. Within cities Short distances, frequent movement, and flexible timing. Most trips are simple and repetitive, shaped by daily routines rather than schedules. Between cities Regular routes that connect major urban centers. Some run on fixed timetables, others depend on demand and volume. Choice here affects comfort, speed, and predictability. Across regions Longer distances, fewer connections, and greater variation. Planning matters more, and timing shapes the experience. Knowing the domain helps you choose without hesitation. Mode Map Each mode of transport in Tunisia serves a specific function. Clarity comes from matching the mode to the situation. Fixed-schedule systems Designed for predictability and longer distances. They trade speed for regularity and are easiest when timing matters. Demand-based systems Move when there is sufficient volume. They are often faster and more direct, but depend on timing and availability. Flexible, on-demand movement Best for short distances and irregular trips. They offer control over timing, not over conditions. Independent travel Used when access, stops, or autonomy matter more than efficiency. It requires more attention, but removes reliance on shared rhythms. Understanding the function of each mode prevents friction. The question is never “which is best,” but “which fits this distance, time, and context.” Within-City Movement Movement inside cities favors flexibility over scheduling. Some options follow meters or apps. Others rely on proximity and availability. Timing matters more than complexity. Daytime travel is straightforward and predictable. At peak hours, availability changes and waiting replaces precision. Adjusting expectations keeps movement smooth. Interactions are brief and practical. Clear destinations and simple exchanges are enough. Between-Cities Movement Intercity movement in Tunisia follows established corridors. Routes are known, demand is regular, and most travel happens along predictable axes. Some systems prioritize regular schedules and continuity. They move at fixed times and favor planning over speed. Others prioritize volume and directness, departing when there is enough demand. Both are stable when used as intended. Choosing between them is not about comfort alone. It depends on distance, time of day, and how much flexibility you want to keep. Arrival & Departure Transitions Transitions are the moments when movement briefly loses rhythm: arriving in a new city, leaving a station, crossing from one system into another. Most friction happens in the first minutes after arrival. Not because the system is unclear, but because orientation hasn’t settled yet. Once a destination is defined and the next step is chosen, movement stabilizes. Stations and airports are structured environments. Routes outward are routine, and onward movement follows familiar patterns. Taking a short pause to orient before continuing keeps decisions clean. Departures work the same way. Leaving early reduces compression and restores choice. Rushed movement narrows options and increases noise. Treating arrivals and departures as distinct phases – not gaps – keeps mobility steady across cities and regions. Boundary & Consent Layer Movement stays clean when boundaries are simple and explicit. Most interactions around transport are brief, practical, and resolved through clarity rather than negotiation. Stating a destination clearly, confirming direction, and keeping exchanges minimal is usually sufficient. Consent in movement is quiet. You can refuse without justification, pause without apology, and step away without escalation. Independence does not require assertiveness – it requires clarity. Friction Scenarios Not all movement resolves immediately. Delays, pauses, and changes are part of how the system absorbs demand. A connection may take longer than expected. A departure may wait for volume. A route may require adjustment. These moments are not disruptions – they are how flow is regulated. Responding calmly keeps options open. Waiting preserves choice. Rushing compresses it. When expectations match the system’s rhythm, small frictions pass without consequence. Accessibility & Limits Some systems are more accommodating than others. Stations and vehicles vary in comfort and access. Planning matters more when carrying weight, moving slowly, or traveling during peak conditions. Not all movement is equally easy for everyone. Distance, heat, luggage, mobility, and time of day change how transport feels and functions. Acknowledging limits early allows clearer choices. It prevents friction later and keeps movement aligned with capacity rather than expectation. Micro-Glossary A few recurring terms appear across transport systems. Recognizing them makes movement smoother, without requiring fluency. Louage — shared vehicle running fixed routes, departing by demand Station — designated departure point by direction or route Centre-ville — city center Gare — train station Sud / Nord / Ouest — direction of routes rather than destination quality TGM — suburban rail network serving Greater Tunis Decision Shortcut When choosing how to move, three factors matter more than the rest: Distance Short distances favor flexibility. Longer distances favor structure. Time Fixed schedules suit planning. Demand-based movement suits adaptability. Context Daytime, luggage, pace, and personal capacity shape what feels smooth. Knowing the domain helps you choose without hesitation. Where to Go Next Entry & Legal Presence Regions Rhythm of Life Social Norms

Hand-formed artisan ceramic tableware crafted in Tunisia. Functional bowls and plates made using traditional Sejnane pottery methods. Explore the collection. Artisan Ceramic Tableware Hand-formed Sejnane earthenware from northern Tunisia. Functional bowls and plates crafted for daily meals and shared tables. Zephyr — Large Individual Bowl (27 cm) Price €54.00 ADD TO CART Storka – Low Side Serving Bowl (27 cm) Price €49.00 ADD TO CART Zerka – Deep Dinner Plate (27 cm) Price €52.00 ADD TO CART Hout – Large Deep Serving Plate (31 cm) Price €64.00 ADD TO CART Origin & Method This collection brings together hand-formed ceramic bowls and plates crafted in northern Tunisia using traditional Sejnane pottery methods. Each piece is shaped by hand and fired in open kilns, finished in mineral tones drawn from the surrounding land. These are functional objects — built for serving, sharing, and daily meals, not display alone. The collection remains intentionally limited. Available Forms This collection includes ceramic bowls, dinner plates, and coordinated sets. Each piece is formed individually. No two are identical. To understand proportions and sizing before choosing, see Ceramic Bowl Sizes and Ceramic Plate Sizes . Built for Daily Use These ceramics are suitable for everyday food service, including: Salads Pasta Grain dishes Fruit Shared serving When not in use, the pieces can also remain on the table or shelf as part of the kitchen environment. They are structurally robust but should be handled with care due to their traditional firing method. For detailed care instructions, see Ceramic Care Guide . Material & Making These pieces are crafted in Sejnane, a women-led pottery tradition recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage . The clay is shaped by hand. Forms are refined without industrial molds. Firing takes place in open kilns. Surface variation and tonal shifts are part of the making process. Learn more in Handmade Ceramic Variation and Sejnane Pottery . Sets & Composition Because the collection is curated and limited, pieces are designed to work together. You can: Purchase individual pieces Select a pre-designed set Build your own composition Begin with Ceramic Dinnerware Sets or assemble through Build a Ceramic Set . Care & Longevity These ceramics are low-fired traditional earthenware. They are best maintained through hand washing and gradual temperature transitions. Full guidance is available in Ceramic Care Guide . Shipping & Support International shipping is available. Each piece is packed carefully to protect the ceramics during transit. Returns are accepted under standard conditions. Full details in Support and Returns Policy .

What to expect before placing an order, including payment, production, timing, and responsibility boundaries. Before I commit What happens after checkout Payment is processed at checkout. An order is created once payment is accepted and the order is confirmed. You receive an order confirmation once the order is successfully created. Fulfillment & shipping timing All products listed on the website are already produced and in stock. Orders are typically prepared and handed over for shipping within 48 hours. During peak periods or public holidays, handling may take longer. When an order is considered shipped An order is considered shipped once it has been handed over to the carrier and scanned into the carrier’s system. Creating a shipping label does not always mean the package has been scanned yet. Tracking information usually becomes available within 24–48 hours after carrier handover. Responsibility We are responsible for preparing the order, handing it over to the carrier, and managing the shipment process. If issues occur during transit, we handle communication with the carrier on your behalf. Delivery timelines and outcomes may still be affected by external factors beyond our direct control. Customs, duties & taxes Customs duties and taxes depend on the destination country. Unless explicitly stated at checkout, these charges are not included in the product price and may be collected by customs or the carrier upon delivery. Legal rights before purchase Buyers in the European Union have a 14-day right of withdrawal starting from the day the goods are delivered. Information about this right, including how to exercise it, is available before checkout. Return to shop

An overview of the system that organizes how My Chakchouka sources, produces, and distributes its work. The System My Chakchouka operates as a cultural-economic system. It is designed to organize how Tunisian-made objects move into global commerce while preserving value, authorship, and continuity at their source. This page describes the system structurally. What The System Is The platform functions as governed infrastructure. It coordinates sourcing, pricing, production conditions, and distribution through controlled rules rather than market volatility or narrative positioning. Objects enter the system through eligibility and selection. They move through fixed pricing and defined timelines. They exit through documented logistics and traceable delivery. The system is repeatable, auditable, and designed to persist. How Value Normally Moves In most global craft trade, value separates early. Production occurs locally. Recognition, pricing power, and narrative authority accumulate elsewhere. As objects move outward: authorship becomes diffuse pricing detaches from production conditions continuity is replaced by one-off transactions This separation is structural. It does not depend on intent. How This System Intervenes My Chakchouka alters the structure, not the participants. The system is designed so that: pricing is set internally, not negotiated externally authorship remains attached to origin repetition replaces extraction visibility does not replace stability Value is not accelerated. It is routed. Constraints are applied deliberately to stabilize the system over time. Recognition As Structure Recognition is treated as a system output, not a marketing activity. Objects remain traceable to: material origin making process production context This traceability is maintained through documentation and repetition, not storytelling volume. Recognition compounds through consistency. Time Horizon The system is designed for long operation. Decisions are evaluated against decade-scale continuity rather than short-term performance. Growth is conditional. Change is deliberate. Expansion follows capacity, not demand spikes. Stability is maintained through repetition. What The System Is Not The system is not optimized for: speed scale at any cost trend responsiveness narrative amplification It does not adapt through reaction. It adapts through revision. Rules are maintained until they no longer hold. Change is documented. Standards persist.

Explore how Tunisian objects stabilize movement through balance, proportion, and material design. Carrying & Containment Stabilised through movement. Across Tunisia, many everyday objects are shaped by the need to move and store materials safely. Water must be carried. Food must travel between kitchen and table. Harvests move from fields to homes and markets. Household goods circulate between rooms and courtyards. Objects therefore develop forms that stabilize movement. Rather than relying on speed or force, they rely on balance, proportion, and repetition. Carrying and containment are not secondary functions added to objects. They are the starting conditions that shape their form. These relationships form part of Tunisian object culture , where everyday objects evolve directly from practical routines of movement and storage. Constraint logic Movement naturally destabilizes objects. When people walk, lift, pour, or transfer materials, weight shifts constantly. Containers must respond to these forces without spilling, breaking, or losing balance. Across many contexts, similar constraints appear: weight must remain centered as bodies move loads must settle before being released openings must allow access without inviting loss containers must withstand repeated use without deformation transfer must occur smoothly from one object to another These constraints shape form long before decorative considerations appear. They illustrate how everyday objects respond directly to the physical realities of movement. Circulation modes Different forms of circulation produce different container geometries. Grounded containment Some containers prioritize stability rather than mobility. Large jars and storage vessels often remain in one place. Their bases are wide and their mass sits low, preventing accidental movement. These objects anchor circulation rather than participate in it. Goods arrive, settle, and are released gradually. Human-carried transfer When objects move with the human body, proportion becomes critical. Containers must remain manageable for a single person. Their size responds to effort rather than maximum capacity. Handles, rims, and balanced shapes help distribute weight evenly. Examples include bowls, baskets, and vessels used to carry food or household goods. The object adjusts to the carrier, not the opposite. Suspended and paired loads When loads exceed individual strength, containers often divide into symmetrical pairs. Objects hang from poles, shoulders, or supports. Weight distributes evenly on both sides of the body. In these systems stability emerges from balance rather than reinforcement. The geometry of the container follows the logic of shared load. Rapid exchange Some containers are designed for quick transfer rather than long-term storage. They open wide, empty easily, and stack efficiently. Their value lies in repetition rather than durability. Trays, shallow baskets, and kitchen vessels often serve this role, allowing materials to circulate quickly through domestic space. Speed here remains controlled and practical rather than expressive. Materials in use Different materials appear where their physical properties support movement and containment. Plant fiber: Allows flexibility and airflow, making it well suited for baskets and containers used to carry produce or bread. Clay: Provides rigid containment and protects volume during storage or pouring. Animal fiber (wool): Conforms to objects and helps suspend or cushion materials. Wood and composite materials: Frame containers, support stacking, and absorb impact. Each material enters the system according to how it behaves under movement and weight. Explore Objects of Carrying & Containment These principles remain visible in everyday objects. Forms are shaped for lifting, holding, and controlled movement. Materials allow contents to be carried, protected, and transferred without disruption. These objects stabilize movement within daily life. Explore the collection

Information on accessibility features and ongoing efforts to improve access to the My Chakchouka website. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Effective date: 5 Feb 2026 Last updated: 5 Feb 2026 My Chakchouka is committed to making its website accessible to as many people as possible, regardless of ability or technology. We aim to provide a clear, usable, and respectful experience for all visitors. Accessibility is an ongoing process. We design, build, and review our site with this responsibility in mind. Our approach to accessibility This website is built using Wix Studio, which provides accessibility-supporting features and tools. We use these tools alongside manual review and content practices to improve accessibility. Where reasonably possible, we aim to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. Measures we have implemented We have taken the following steps to support accessibility: Structure & navigation Pages are structured using semantic headings (one H1 per page, followed by logical H2/H3 levels). A “Skip to main content” link is available for keyboard users. Content follows a logical reading and focus order. Keyboard & focus Interactive elements are accessible by keyboard. Visible focus indicators are enabled to help users understand where they are on the page. Navigation has been tested using keyboard-only interaction. Text & visual design Text is written in clear, plain language. Color combinations are selected to meet minimum contrast requirements. Layouts avoid conveying essential information through color alone. Images & media Informative images include descriptive alternative text. Decorative images are marked appropriately. Video or audio content includes captions or transcripts where applicable. Forms We use Wix’s accessible form components with visible labels. Error messages are designed to be clear and informative. Forms are usable with assistive technologies where supported by the platform. Mobile accessibility Mobile layouts are reviewed to ensure readable text, sufficient spacing, and usable touch targets. Content is designed to adapt across screen sizes and orientations. Known limitations While we actively work to improve accessibility, some limitations may exist: Certain third-party applications or embedded tools may not fully meet accessibility standards. Some advanced custom interactions may have limited support for assistive technologies. Platform-level constraints may limit the ability to modify underlying HTML or ARIA attributes for some components. We continuously review and address issues where feasible. Feedback and contact If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this site or have suggestions for improvement, we want to hear from you. Contact: hello@mychakchouka.com Please include: the page URL, a description of the issue, the assistive technology used (if any). We aim to respond within a reasonable timeframe and will make good-faith efforts to address reported issues. Ongoing review Accessibility is reviewed: when new content or features are added, after significant design changes, and periodically as part of site maintenance. This statement will be updated to reflect meaningful improvements or changes. Nothing in this statement limits rights you may have under applicable accessibility or consumer-protection laws. Our goal is practical inclusion, not symbolic compliance.

How labor continuity is maintained within making systems in Tunisia without creating dependency or exhaustion. LABOR CONTINUITY How capacity persists over time. Most systems treat labor as a variable. This one treats it as capacity. Labor Continuity defines whether skill, reliability, and human throughput can survive volatility once coordination scales. This constraint exists to prevent silent collapse. The Distortion In most production systems, labor expands and contracts with demand. Orders spike. Work accelerates. People are activated. Then demand drops. Production halts. People disappear. The system calls this flexibility. In reality, it is erosion. How Distortion Appears Labor discontinuity forms through: volatile or speculative order cycles seasonal or project-based production on/off hiring and piece-rate compensation fragmented subcontracting chains demand buffering through casual labor Work arrives – but continuity does not. Structural Consequence When labor continuity breaks: skills decay between cycles experienced workers exit permanently quality declines quietly capacity shrinks invisibly recovery becomes slow or impossible The system appears lean – until it cannot respond. Structural Position In the Chakchouka system, labor is treated as infrastructure. Capacity must persist beyond individual orders. Skill must accumulate, not reset. Human throughput is stabilized intentionally – not left to demand volatility. Constraint Logic The Labor Continuity constraint enforces five rules: Baseline workload stability Work does not drop to zero between cycles. Production smoothing Output is staggered to avoid spikes and stoppages. Multi-client aggregation No single demand source governs continuity. Skill-preserving cadence Work rhythm protects technique and mastery. Refusal of stop–start models Capacity is not repeatedly dismantled and rebuilt. What This Prevents Without labor continuity, systems tend to: burn skill faster than it forms substitute experience with churn degrade quality without noticing lose capacity before demand returns confuse short-term savings with efficiency Labor exits quietly – and does not come back. What This Enables When continuity is protected: skills compound across cycles quality stabilizes naturally delivery becomes reliable adaptation speeds up growth does not hollow out the system Capacity becomes cumulative. Position This is not employment ideology. It is capacity preservation. A system that consumes its labor base will eventually consume itself. FAIR SYSTEM If any one of these constraints fails, the system fails. Final Note

How daily pace is experienced in Tunisia, shaping work, movement, interaction, and expectations across the day. Daily Pace A day unfolds. The morning begins without being announced. Some people are already awake. Others join later. Shops open gradually. Vendors set up stalls. Workers walk to their jobs. Children head to school. Coffee is poured. Bread is bought. Traffic builds slowly. Doors open and close. There is no rush. By midday, conversations overlap. Tasks and pauses intermingle. Someone waits for a bus. Another finishes a meal. People sit at tables. Phones ring and are answered. Attention moves from one thing to another. Waiting happens without impatience. Street sounds mix with laughter. Cars idle at lights. Time thickens. Then thins. In the afternoon, there is less doing. Shadows lengthen. Some shops close for a while. Others remain open. People linger after errands. Students return home. Vendors rest between customers. Tasks are left for later. Conversations slow. There are empty chairs outside cafés. Evening arrives without announcement. Lights turn on gradually. Families gather around tables. Some people continue working. Others sit outside. The streets quiet down. Televisions flicker through windows. Dogs bark occasionally. The day continues into the night. It ends without a clear moment.