Customer Reviews

Gourmet Settings Avalon 20-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4

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I really like the quality of this flatware. It is beautiful, and just as pictured - except for one thing. You can't tell in the picture just how large these pieces are. The teaspoons hold two teaspoons, and the large spoons seem more serving spoon sized. Even so, I would purchase this nicely styled set again.

I will be 40 years old this summer and up until about 10 months ago, I was still using the same flatware set that that I had purchased when I moved out of my parents' home at the age of 21. Why? Because I could never find a pattern that I truly liked. I not only like this one...I absolutely love it! I receive so many compliments from guests visiting my home on it's design and feel it has a classic style all its own.

I have searched for months for a set hubby and I both liked.
wow-----we love it. This set is heavy, solid, unique and of the highest quality.

I purchased two flatware sets and one hostess set. I also recently received sets of spreaders, mini-spoons, and cocktail forks from my best friend for my birthday. I am totally pleased with quality and styling of these items. They are practical and sturdy and arrived in near-great condition. One item in both a flatware set and hostess set was loose within the general packaging when it arrived, causing slight scuffing and scratches. Otherwise, I found the sets pristine and very attractive.

This is a beautiful set of silverware. The stuff wears like nobody;s business, retaining the shine and utility it had when it came out of the box. The rustic design and finish are beautiful and the weight and handling is excellent. Highly recommended.

This flatware is absolutely great...nice and heavy, sturdy and has its own distinct look which I love. I am unable to use it in the dishwasher even though it is listed as dishwasher safe. Little rust spots appear after being washed in the dishwasher so I do them by hand.

We purchased this flatware after having a bad experience with Oneida's quality (rust spots). I have washed two sets of this flatware now, and have as yet to see a single rust spot. They are comfortable to hold, and are very solid-feeling. I would definitely reccomend this flatware set.
I would also reccomend calling customer service before your first washing (I did), as they have a few suggestions for prolonging the life of this particular pattern's finish.

After doing a lot of research on non-traditional styled flatware, we were drawn to this set. Totally happy with what we received - very substantial in size and weight. We ordered the mini-spoon set as well so our 4 year old daughter would have matching utensils as well. Look at Gourmet Setting's website and that will give you some good background on what they produce.
Highly recommend this set!

I looked at a ton of flatware trying to decide on something that would meet all my requirements. My main requirements were 18/10 and a handle without hard edges (rounded or round) or a shiny surface. This met those requirements with a stunning design/look to boot.

All the pieces are very solid. You won't have to worry about bending the spoons if you are scooping out rock solid ice-cream for example.

I agree with other reviews that the teaspoon is extra large (it is not a normal sized teaspoon). However, I really don't mind that. Solid construction, 18/10, beautiful design, service for 4 under $75...hard to beat.

I think the black finish may fade over time but it should still leave a dark matte finish...time will tell.

I will probably buy another set so there is enough to go around when serving company. It is elegant enough to be used in just about any setting.

+1 to Amazon for price and delivery. I received my order the day after placing it. Typically it takes 2 days (via Amazon Prime).

Update 4/20: After their first trip in the dish washer they came out with rust spots on them. It could have something to do with the detergent possibly. However, my reason for the update is that I have to give Gourmet Settings -1 for customer service. I've sent several emails with no reply yet. I cannot speak for the phone support since I haven't called yet but if you are going to put contact section on your website with an email address then you should reply to emails that are sent to you.

This set is the best set we have ever owned in our 34 years of marriage. Our guests always look intently at them and comment in the positive. They are unigue in design and after about five years, they still look brand new. No one else we know has a set as nice.