The Kamado Joe® Joe Jr. Soapstone cooking surface is the perfect cross between functionality and safety. Its non-porous construction not only makes it naturally anti-bacterial, but also makes it the prime, non-stick surface for cooking tender meats, delicate fish, and fresh vegetables. This soapstone insert locks in juices during grilling and helps to prohibit flare-ups any time its in use in your Joe Jr.™ ceramic charcoal grill.