These are very beautiful, but I wouldnt say microwave safe as they state on the back of each piece. Even putting the cup in the microwave for 1 minute to warm up my coffee, the cup handle was too hot to handle. One thing I LOVE about the bowl is that they are deep, perfect for a nice bowl of soup. Just wish they setting didnt heat up in the microwave like they did. Also, the dishes arent fully sealed properly, so if you put them away slightly damp, mold will grow on the bottom.