The last few years have seen their fair share of food-inspired design—lemon-shaped vases, asparagus candles, butter yellow kitchens, and tomato-core everything, anyone? But there’s something timeless about the classic shape of the cabbage in particular—so much so that Vogue just declared 2026 the ‘year of the cabbage’. The underrated vegetable is a healthy and hearty winter staple, and its intricate veining and ruffled edges provide a texture that’s as beautiful to look at as it is to eat.
Take the ceramic shapes of Bordallo Pinheiro’s dinnerware. The Portuguese brand has been around since 1884 and is best known for its lighthearted take on the leafy green vegetable—in fact, it’s one of the few items our team unanimously adores. The verdant dinnerware has inspired countless other iterations in that vein—Tiffany and Co. even has a version with leaves molded out of sterling silver—so whether it’s a mug or a serving platter, there’s an option for all tablescapes. Feast your eyes on our favorites below, from classic Bordallo Pinheiro to modern Tory Burch.
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Green is not the only option for cabbage-ware; many of Bordallo Pinheiro’s iconic shapes come in a vibrant peony pink as well. Ideal for the true maximalist, we envision a tablescape of mixed and matched dining sets. And if the Wicked promo tour taught us anything, pink goes well with green.
Cabbage-ware doesn’t just come in ceramic form, but also in shining silver. Designed by Golan, this cast fruit bowl (or centerpiece dish) mimics the intricate texture, which is a lovely surprise each time you remove a piece of produce from its form.
Craft the most decadent snack plate of all time in this vintage cabbage-ware serving platter. Each “leaf” creates an isolated dish, so your olive brine doesn’t mix with your sharp cheddar.
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We’ve waxed poetic about the comeback of the tureen, so it felt fitting to include one that’s shaped like a head of lettuce that has just been harvested. The handy tray (also sculptured to look like a set of leaves) ensures no hands are burned in the carrying of this elegant serving pot.
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Even teatime deserves to get in on the fun. This one from Tory Burch and potter Dodie Thayer has been carefully hand-molded leaf by leaf. Choose from the classic green or a minimalist white colorway that really allows the texture to shine.
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Think beyond the dining table for your lettuceware collection with a leafy green salt cellar. Complete with a small spoon, this is a kitchen countertop essential, even if it’s just to add a sprinkle to your takeout.
If you’re looking to indulge in cabbage dinnerware for the first time, we recommend starting with a classic set of dinner plates. Allow this verdant set of four to serve as your table’s introduction to playful meal presentations.
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Serving your leafy greens in an equally lush salad bowl just feels right. But we won’t tell if you choose to eat dessert out of these instead.
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Have you ever seen a lobster climbing a head of cabbage? We hadn’t either until this conversation-starting pitcher made its way across our desks. The crustacean is more than simply decorative; it serves as a sturdy handle for pouring your favorite beverages. We also love this when used as a vase for summer blooms.
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