Victoria 8 Inches Cast Iron Tortilla Press, Roti Maker and Tortilladora, Pataconera Seasoned with Flaxseed Oil, Made in Colombia

This tortilla press is the real deal. It’s solid cast iron, so it has the perfect weight to flatten dough evenly without having to push too hard. I’ve used it for corn tortillas, arepas, empanadas — even mini naan — and everything comes out perfectly round and uniform. It’s super easy to clean (just wipe it down and lightly oil it after use), and it feels like something that’ll last forever. I also love that it’s made by Victoria — you can tell it’s high quality and well-crafted. If you make homemade tortillas or just want to upgrade from a cheap aluminum press, this one’s absolutely worth it. Feels professional and gives consistent results every single time.

This is an excellent tortilla press. I had a heavy, cast aluminum one many years ago and it worked great but somehow ended up getting lost in our many moves and I never replaced it. Over the last year or so, I've been looking at various types of presses from different brands. The aluminum ones I have seen are nothing like my original one, so I decided to focus on the wooden and cast iron versions. I have a lot of cast iron cookware and I use it all of the time -- I find it incredibly easy to use and very durable. So when this 8" version became available, I was very interested. I chose this one over the pricer HD version in the same size, and this one is definitely sturdy enough for my use. Some reviews mention a handle that is plastic rather than cast iron, but the press I received is 100% cast iron and very well made. My favorite brand of cast iron (the iconic USA manufacturer) doesn't make a tortilla press and I have noticed that some imported cast iron cookware is not as heavy and often has unfinished areas and large pores, but this brand is of very high quality. I already have a dutch oven made by Victoria (imported from Colombia) so I was sure this would also be top-notch. And it is. Since it is cast iron, it will need a bit of extra care to prevent rusting so if you are not familiar with seasoning cast iron, be sure to do a bit of research before ordering. The press is heavy, smooth and pre-seasoned and turns out perfect medium-sized corn tortillas (I roll flour tortillas) that are then cooked on a comal/griddle on the stove top. The lettering is very crisply rendered. There is a smaller 6 1/2" as well as a larger 10" version, but this 8" model is just the right size for my family. The hinge pins and especially the cotter pins don't seem particularly robust, but they are holding up well so far + they can easily be replaced if needed -- they are inexpensive and readily available at a hardware store. I think this tortilla press is well worth the modest cost.

I read warnings about how the handle broke for people so i was careful not to press on the handle too hard, a gentle touch is all that is necessary anyway. i cut a big ziploc bag along the two longest sides, put my ball of dough in between the top and bottom of the plastic film (thus covering the inner top and bottom sides of the press) and used that to press the tortilla made of water, psyllium husk and almond flour. i have celiac and i try to eat paleo or non dairy keto. i pressed it gently, moved the flattened tortilla vertically down a little, gently pressed again, then moved it around again and gently pressed one final time. the resulting tortillas are beautiful circles, like taco sized - 7.5-8" -- far, far easier than using a rolling pin or a pie pan to flatten them (those options didn't work for me). this was a revelation. it works! i quickly learned the hard way if i dumped the tortilla from the plastic bag to the frying pan, they'd be too thin and break (probably my ingredients' fault, definitely not the tortilla press), they'd basically lose their shape and fall into themselves when i was dumping them off the plastic overhead of the frying pan, but if i gingerly lifted the tortilla with my hands and brought it to the pan with my own hands rather than letting it fall off the plastic, the tortilla woudln't break. again, i am not using wheat or corn ingredients so i am not a typical case. Basically I learned, i need to eat TWO of these taco sized burritos to feel full because 7.5"/7.75"/8" tortilla isn't enough to fill with a lot of stuff. so i end up eating a lot of tortilla shells with not much filling - i'd rather have one more normal sized burrito with more veggie filling. again, not this company's fault. so i need a bigger one and i made myself write a review in case it can help someone else make a purchasing decision and save everyone shipping costs. the company did nothing wrong. could be good for taco shells or if you know you already like smaller sized tortilla, it gets the job done. the box it comes in is so quaint and cute and it even has an extra pin. this item just looks like it's going to last forever, i saw this and immediately put this in the "wow, i rarely see such high quality stuff nowadays." i could see something like this being in my grandma's kitchen 40 years ago and still working today. I've heard if you use cast iron you're never supposed to wash it in soap and water bc it will rust, just wipe it off with a dish towel or something. I'm not sure if this is still true. so even though im returning it bc i need something bigger, the item is as advertised and i give it 5 stars.

I'm giving this Cast Iron Tortilla Press 4 stars because it does exactly what it's supposed to do: it presses perfect tortillas! The cast iron construction is undeniably robust. You can tell this thing is built to last and will hold up to years of use. I've been making consistently round and evenly pressed tortillas since I got it. The resulting tortillas cook up beautifully on my comal. However, and this is a big HOWEVER, be prepared for some serious heft! This press is super heavy. Like, surprisingly heavy. It's definitely not something you want to drop on your foot. While the weight contributes to its effectiveness in pressing, it also makes it a bit cumbersome to store and maneuver. If you have limited wrist strength, you might want to consider a lighter option, or enlist a helper! Also, I’d recommend investing in some parchment paper or plastic pressing sheets. It really helps prevent the dough from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. I didn't do that at first and learned my lesson the hard way! Overall, I'm happy with my purchase. The quality of the tortillas is worth the extra effort. Just be aware of the weight before you buy. It’s a solid, well-made product that will last a lifetime, but it’s definitely a workout tool as much as a kitchen appliance!

Muy fácil de usar para conseguir unas tortillas perfectas. El truco es hacer servir una bolsa de plástico de super en dos partes para evitar que se te peguen las tortillas a la prensa

Not received item yet but I bought it based on reviews and quality.

Very Poor Product! Highly priced.

De très bon qualité Agréablement surpris

I’d give this press 6 stars if I could. Casting is rugged and flawless. Very well seasoned. Made 16 5” tortillas in no time. The key is to use two cast iron fry pans. One on medium, the finishing one a little hotter than medium. Preheat. Use no oil. I also use two separate uncut zip lock bags. Make your dough using directions on Masa Harina bag. Roll a ball of masa harina about the size of a golf ball. Flatten slightly with your palm. Place on press covered with zip lock bag. Then place other zip lock bag on top of ball. Close lid and press lightly with lever. No need to press hard. End result is a 1/8” thick approx 5” diameter tortilla. Lift top zip lock plastic carefully then slide lower zip lock onto your palm. Tortilla peels off easily. Then into first pan. 15 seconds.Flip after 15 seconds onto second side for another 15 seconds. Then transfer onto the second hotter pan for 30-45 seconds. It will puff up. Then remove. Meantime prep another ball of dough onto press and have it ready for the transfers.Beautifully easy. You will be able to keep the assembly line rhythm once you get the hang of it. So easy and seamless. I found using a complete zip lock bag for each side makes it easier to make and peel off the tortilla. I suspect the double layer of plastic allows for movement without pinching the tortilla. Very pleased with this purchase. It’s a lifetime purchase and next I will try white and whole wheat tortillas. Washed complete press in very hot water and dried it off. Noted the beading of water on every part of this very well seasoned press. All edges nicely rounded and finished. Beautiful casting. I love cast iron cookware and have very fine and some very expensive pieces. This one is definitely a keeper. This press I will experiment with drying flowers and stems. One or two layers. Cover each side with heavy plastic so no moisture rusts the press. Lock lever with an appropriate weight.