Photo: Michael Murtaugh You have several styles of mugs to choose from in the Fiesta dinnerware collection, but we tested the Java Mug (left). Photo: Michael Murtaugh Brightly colored Fiesta ...

“Stoneware feels handmade and has a warm, natural look,” says restaurateur Brooks Reitz, adding that with these plates, “the gentle bone color is much more elegant than a ripping, bright white.

An curved arrow pointing right. Fiesta Dinnerware is made by the Homer Laughlin China Company. It was introduced in 1936. The colorful dinnerware was designed by Frederick Hurten Rhead during the ...

Then choose the tableware. “I love using colorful glasses outdoors,” Huh said. “But nothing too precious — because there’s a high percentage of breakage when you eat outside.” ...