Note: Melamine is high-quality, heavy-duty plastic and these pieces are made in China. The picnicware pieces are NOT made in Italy, rather inspired by our popular Italian ceramic designs. These patterns are also available in handmade and painted Italian Pottery pieces. This lovely Melamine serving bowl is a great addition to your outdoor dining collection. Perfect for serving salad, pasta and more! Modeled after the classic ceramics of Italy, this high-quality, deluxe melamine collection looks just like the real thing – and it’s dishwasher safe! Note: Melamine is high-quality, heavy-duty plastic.