Review on Gibson Elite Paradise 16 Piece Dinnerware by Flavio Scarola

I have had this harness for about 18 months now. I bought 4 sets so I had enough for 16 people. I've put them in the microwave (>50 times), in the dishwasher (>50 times), and hand washed them too. Pros: - Looks great - Doesn't scratch, withstands repeated cleanings without tarnishing or scratching (I clean with green and yellow Scotchbrite sponges, no problem.) - Good solid weight for them - I'm a budget conscious buyer but I look for good ones Quality at a reasonable price and they've won over a dozen or more other brands and styles which I've looked at as gifts for my wife Cons: - Gets too hot in the microwave, especially bowls. Sometimes my food doesn't even get hot, but the bowl can't be held without potholders! It's like stealing the heat meant for eating. I have resorted to switching the bowls to a cool bowl after heating and/or using a different type of container to reheat in the microwave. Destruction - yes they are fragile but I have had them for 18 months and have lost 2 large cymbals so far. and a cup before breaking. One plate cracked in half, I assume it had an air bubble that got hot in either the microwave or dishwasher. Just dropped a cup and plate. I would not recommend them in a household with children depending on your children. I don't even want to drop a plate off my foot, it's likely to break. - There are also chips. They really are very low in chips (maybe 6-8? out of every 62 I have?), but they do have a few chips here and there. So overall I give them 5 stars. Ceramic cookware is heated in the microwave and will break / splinter, this is the nature of the material. I love frosting and as a gift to my wife they have sentimental value and she loves them too. We pride ourselves on serving guests with them and I expect another 3-5 years from them before we lose enough that we have to think about a new set. Worth the $200 (4 sets of $50 each) I paid.