how to buy dinnerware

1. how many place settings do you need?

This depends on how many guests you plan to entertain & the size of your table. Dinner parties are typically more intimate, but if you have the extra space, then we say, the more the merrier!

2. what's going on the table?

• 3-piece place settings are the most basic choice and include a dinner plate, salad plate & bowl.
• The 4-piece place setting is ideal for everyday use & includes a dinner plate, salad plate, bowl & mug.
• For a more formal look, try a 5-piece set that includes a bread & butter plate, teacup, saucer, dinner plate & salad plate.
• You want it all—an expanded set includes the whole table in one easy purchase. It ranges from 12 to 45 pieces.

dinnerware sets expanded dinnerware sets

3. just looking to add on?

Open stock pieces make it easy to build a table bit by bit.

appetizer plate

slightly smaller than a salad plate, it holds bread & rolls or simple dips.

appetizer & dessert plates

mug

larger than a teacup with an easy-grip handle, the mug is great for coffee, hot cocoa & even soup.

coffee mugs

all-purpose bowl

a deep-set bowl that is great for everyday meals like rice & cereal.

individual bowls

salad/accent plate

usually around 4-8 inches in diameter, it's perfect for sides & desserts.

salad plates

teacup & saucer

the teacup fits snugly in its coordinated saucer for spill-free tea or coffee.

teacups saucers

rim soup bowl

the wide rim is perfect for meals with sauce, like pasta & stew.

soup bowls

complete the look

Once you have your place settings, you'll need to add flatware & glassware.

5-piece flatware place settings include all the essentials: dinner fork, salad fork, dinner knife, dinner spoon & teaspoon.

flatware & silverware

Hostess/completer sets add on the extras & include a tablespoon, pierced tablespoon, cold meat fork, sugar spoon & butter knife. Some sets may include a pie/cake server, gravy ladle or casserole spoon.

serving sets

Glassware puts the finishing touches on the table. From stemware to beer glasses, we have the best for your beverages of choice.

glassware