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Pasta Bowls Are the Kitchen Workhorse You've Been Missing, and Several of Our Top Picks Are Deeply Discounted Today

From Our Place, CB2, and more.

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Katie Brown
Katie Brown
Katie Brown is a commerce writer for Food & Wine, Eating Well, Allrecipes, and Serious Eats. An avid home cook and baker, she has no shortage of opinions when it comes to kitchen tools.
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Published November 27, 2023 02:00PM EST
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Half bowl and half plate, so-called pasta bowls are great for so much more than just pasta. With their wide surface area and shallow sides, these vessels come in handy for nearly any meal—from big salads to fried eggs and so much more. When we reviewed pasta bowls, our favorites boasted lasting durability and the right depth to width ratio for ultimate serving versatility.

If you’re looking to update your dinnerware collection, we have great news: Five of our favorite pasta bowl sets are on sale for Cyber Monday. From stylish ceramics to sturdy stoneware, these are the best pasta bowl deals to snag today, with discounts up to 20% off.

The Best Cyber Monday Pasta Bowl Deals

Material The Open Bowl

Material The Open Bowl

Material

Say goodbye to boring bowls. These Korean clay bowls from Material are not only gorgeous and one-of-a-kind, but they’re also dishwasher- and heat-safe. Their hand finishings make each bowl unique, with an organic shape and pebbled surface that’s both visually and texturally pleasing. At eight-and-a half by two inches, these bowls boast the perfect shape to serve nearly any meal.

Year & Day Outdoor Big Bowls

Year & Day Outdoor Big Bowls

Year & Day

Let’s take this outside. These “Big Bowls” from Year & Day are meant for al fresco dining, meaning they’re shatterproof and incredibly durable. They’re made from dishwasher-safe, plant-based materials that are biodegradable and come in a set of four. Although they’re great for picnics and barbecues, they’re also sophisticated enough to use on the dining table. Grab yours now while they’re less than $13 apiece.

CB2 Contact White Pasta Bowl

CB2 Contact White Pasta Bowl Set Of 8

CB2

Want to keep it simple? Look no further. This eight-piece set of durable, bone China bowls from CB2 offers a blank (yet stylish) background to present all of your favorite colorful dishes—from spaghetti pomodoro to strawberry shortcake. They’re 9.5 by 1.75 inches in size, giving them a large enough capacity to serve large entrees or even family-style appetizers. At just $6 per bowl today, this is one of the most cost-effective sets we recommend. 

Our Place Midi Bowls

Our Place Midi Bowls

Our Place

Simple, sturdy, and stackable, this four-pack from Our Place is made to last. The bowls are safe for the microwave and dishwasher, and they feature a glossy coating to prevent scratches and chips. Coming in four colorways, they feature raw terracotta rims that add to their aesthetic appeal. Right now, the set is on sale for $65. 

Fable The Pasta Bowl

Fable The Pasta Bowls

Fable

In our tests, these Portuguese stoneware bowls impressed us with their multifunctionality. They come in eight different colors with a matte finish and natural, glittering flecks that make each one unique. Plus, they’re both dishwasher- and oven-safe (to 450ºF!), so cleaning up and reheating leftovers is a breeze. Snag your set of four while they’re 15% off.

two servings of pasta ai funghi in Jono Pandolfi ceramic bowls

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