In the video, a person is using a mortar and pestle to grind up some herbs. The person is using a metal spoon to scoop the herbs into the mortar and then using the pestle to grind them up. The person is wearing a white apron and is standing in front of a red plastic basket. The mortar and pestle are made of stone and are placed on a wooden table. The person is grinding the herbs with care and precision, ensuring that they are finely ground. The video is shot in a kitchen setting and the lighting is bright, making it easy to see the details of the process.