5 Essential Pieces of Italian Tableware to Buy on White Friday

White Friday Italian tableware deals in Dubai are the easiest way to assemble a refined, future-proof set without compromise. You get the look of Italian hospitality with materials that handle our realities: 40–45 °C outdoor heat, wind and sand, poolside zero-glass rules, and compact apartment storage. The key is choosing five pieces that work hard year-round, not just on special occasions.

1) The everyday dinner plate (your workhorse)

A good dinner plate anchors everything from weeknight salads to festive mains. In Dubai, heat and outdoor dining are standard—so a premium melamine profile is a smart first layer. It’s lighter to carry on balconies, less noisy on stone tables, and more tolerant of knocks during large family lunches.
Reach for the Italian-designed Sole Mio dinner plate: the Mediterranean palette feels sunny without glare, and the plate’s satin look photographs crisply for social posts. Sole Mio Dinner Plate blends daily durability with the distinctly Italian mood you want on the table. For care, melamine is dishwasher-safe, though gentle hand washing keeps colours vivid longer; avoid harsh/abrasive cleaners and any microwave use.

Dubai tip: Stack no more than 8–10 plates per shelf to prevent rim scuffing in small cupboards. If plates travel to the pool area, carry in a soft-lined tray to avoid edge chatter on stone.

2) The pasta plate (depth you’ll use far beyond pasta)

Once you own a true pasta plate, you’ll use it for stews, risotto, grain bowls and composed mezze. The Sole Mio gourmet pasta plate is porcelain—heftier, luxe to the touch, and ideal for plated courses you want to hold heat. Its generous well frames food beautifully while keeping sauces where they belong. Sole Mio Gourmet Pasta Plate carries gilded Italian flair yet slots into everyday dining. Care notes: porcelain is dishwasher-safe; if an item features gold detailing, prefer hand wash and skip the microwave or oven.

Wind-smart plating: On breezy evenings, shallow wells hold leaves and garnishes in place. Finish at the table to minimise exposure to sand.

3) The hero serving surface (for roasts, fruit, and “wow” moments)

Whether it’s a centre-of-table roast or a laid-back brunch fruit pile, a broad serving surface makes everything feel generous. You can go classic with a Sole Mio serving plate (sleek rim, generous diameter), or choose a round tray for poolside ferrying and buffet-style spreads. Trays also double as mobile staging for cutlery, napkins and condiments—handy when resetting between guest waves.
Prefer a sculptural look? A statement cake plate from Ventagli brings height and ceremony to dessert or can stage a cheese selection with ease.

Care & handling: For melamine serving pieces, avoid highly alkaline detergents and metal scouring pads; hand wash prolongs colour life. For porcelain, a mild detergent and soft sponge protect glaze depth.

4) The versatile dessert/salad plate (the silent multiplier)

This is the plate that multiplies your table’s capacity without eating storage. Dessert plates do snacks, bread, side salads, tapas, tasting portions and kid-sized mains. The Sole Mio dessert plate keeps the collection coherent across courses and stacks compactly—especially useful in new apartments with slimmer cabinetry. If you already own the dinner size, adding 6–8 desserts extends service from two to six guests seamlessly.

Storage tip: Use felt separators or a soft kitchen towel between stacks to minimise micro-rubbing during Dubai Marina high-rise vibrations.

5) The coffee ritual (because every table ends with espresso)

Italian dining ends with coffee, and the right cup makes it feel complete. The Ventagli set of two coffee cups brings porcelain finesse with fan-and-blossom motifs—elegant at home and distinctive for gifting. They’re dishwasher-friendly; if the piece features gold, move to a gentle hand wash to protect edging. Ventagli Coffee Cups deliver that “final note” your guests remember. For a more relaxed morning, pair with the Ventagli Mug for milk-forward drinks.

Zero-glass context: Around pools and rooftop zones, combine porcelain cups with melamine plates to stay within property safety rules while keeping an elevated look.

Putting it together: three simple tables you’ll actually use

Everyday family table
Start with dinner plates and dessert plates. Add a low bowl of citrus or dates, and pass mains on the serving plate. Keep a soft cotton runner under trays to mute tabletop noise for sleeping kids.

Festive sharing table
Build height: a cake plate or tall stand at centre, two platters flanking with antipasti and roasted veg, pasta plates for the main course. Finish with coffee cups and a small bowl of candied peel.

For two on the balcony
Dinner plates + dessert plates; one statement tray carries condiments and a carafe. Serve a simple pasta in deep plates (you’ll appreciate the heat retention after sunset), and finish with espresso cups.

Care shortcuts to make pieces last

• Melamine (dinner/serving/trays): dishwasher-safe but hand wash extends colour life; avoid bleach, abrasives, and microwaves/ovens.

• Porcelain (pasta/cups): dishwasher-safe; if gold-edged, hand wash and avoid microwaves/ovens; use mild, non-abrasive sponges.

• Hard-water film: if you see a light film after beach days, soak briefly in warm water with a little vinegar and rinse well.

• Stack heights: 8–10 plates per stack keeps rims pristine during resets.

Shop the look (2 picks to complete your set)

Round out your core with a Sole Mio Serving Plate for generous sharing, plus the broad Sole Mio Round Tray for balcony-to-sofa carry and pool-safe service.

FAQ

Are these plates suitable for Dubai’s outdoor heat?
Yes. Premium melamine dinner and serving pieces handle regular outdoor use and are lighter to carry; porcelain pasta plates retain heat for plated mains. Avoid microwaves/ovens for both materials and use gentle detergents to preserve finish.

Can I put gold-detailed porcelain in the dishwasher?
General porcelain is dishwasher-safe; however, for gold-edged pieces we recommend a soft sponge and hand wash to protect detailing. Skip microwaves/ovens for any gilded items.

What’s the best way to keep colours vivid?
Hand washing with mild detergent helps melamine retain colour depth; if you use a dishwasher, avoid high-alkaline detergents and never use abrasives or metal pads.

How many pieces should I start with?
For a couple, begin with 4 dinner plates and 4 dessert plates, 2 pasta plates, one serving plate, and 2 coffee cups. Expand in fours to host 6–8 without mismatching.

Complete your set with Italian designs made for Dubai living: Sole Mio Dinner Plate, Gourmet Pasta Plate, Ventagli Coffee Cups.