Outdoor Tableware Sets & Reusable Garden Tableware

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Stainless Steel Lunch Box with heat safe insert - Mimosa EKOBO

About Food-Grade Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is a durable material widely used for food containers due to its strength and long lifespan. EKOBO uses high-quality, food-grade stainless steel in products designed for repeated daily use, including lunch boxes and food storage, such as this stainless steel lunch box.

It is naturally BPA-free and suitable for direct food contact, making it a reliable alternative to plastic for both home and travel. Its sturdiness and impact resistance make it especially practical for outdoor dining and on-the-go use.

Food‑grade stainless steel is prized in kitchenware and food contact applications because its smooth, non‑porous surface helps reduce bacterial buildup and makes cleaning easier, contributing to safe everyday use. Research on food contact materials highlights that stainless steel resists corrosion and does not react with acidic or alkaline foods, helping preserve taste and quality over time (see food contact materials overview). These properties make it a trusted choice for family meals, travel, and outdoor dining

About Bamboo Fiber BIOBU® Eco-Composite

Bamboo Fiber BIOBU® is our signature eco-composite blends made from responsibly sourced bamboo waste 50% and a safe, 50% food-grade binder. This combination makes our products strong, long-lasting and completely safe for everyday use - no varnish, no coatings, no fading, and no harmful chemicals.

Unlike many bamboo fibre products on the market, BIOBU® is produced using a strict, high-quality thermopress process, ensuring stability, durability and top safety standards. All products are BPA-free, PVC-free, Phthalate-free, Asbestos-free and fully tested to global food-safety regulations.

We chose bamboo because it is one of the most renewable resources on our planet. It requires no fertilizer, pesticide or herbicide. Our bamboo is collected as sawdust waste from selected bamboo chopstick factories. Our items are reusable, dishwasher-safe, and a sustainable alternative to fragile or disposable plastics.

EKOBO STORY

WE DESIGN TO DO BETTER WITH LESS.

Founded in 2003 by Bruno and Boo Louis, EKOBO began as a family-driven project rooted in thoughtful design and daily use. Over more than 20 years, the brand has grown alongside our children, shaping products for meals, travel and developing products together.

From the beginning, our approach was simple: create functional, well-made pieces using carefully selected materials - bamboo, cork, rePET, silicone, and organic cotton - with a focus on durability and reducing unnecessary waste.

Each collection reflects a "less is more" philosophy, where form, function and material are considered equally. Today, EKOBO is an international brand with 500+ designs, present in the United States, Europe, and Asia - made for modern family life.

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Outdoor Tableware Sets for Backyard, Patio & Garden Dining

Outdoor dining is easier when your tableware is coordinated, reusable and ready for repeat use. EKOBO’s Outdoor Tableware Sets bring together cups and cutlery-focused bundles in modern colour stories — ideal for patio lunches, backyard dinners and garden gatherings where you want a clean, cohesive table setup.

What’s in this collection?

Hosting-ready sets: Get Together Sets and Party Sets built for serving and sharing outdoors.
Cup sets: small and medium cup sets of 4 (plus illustrated options) to match your outdoor table.
Reusable cutlery: reusable cutlery sets and duos, plus stainless steel cutlery with a carry case.
Spoon sets: reusable spoon sets (including kids’ spoon sets) for casual outdoor meals.

How to choose the right outdoor tableware set

For everyday outdoor meals: start with a cup set of 4 and add a cutlery duo.
For hosting: choose a Get Together or Party Set and keep colours consistent across the table.
For families: mix adult-friendly sets with spoon options for easy, low-stress outdoor dining.

Materials in the collection

This collection is primarily made in bamboo fibre with select stainless steel pieces (such as cutlery). If you’re comparing outdoor tableware materials (for example, melamine vs. other options), this FDA resource is a useful reference point: FDA: Melamine in Tableware (Q&A).

Reusable tableware as a simple outdoor habit

Switching to reusable cups and utensils is one of the most practical ways to cut down on single-use waste during outdoor meals. For general guidance on reducing plastic waste at home and in everyday routines, see: U.S. EPA: What You Can Do to Reduce Plastic Waste.

Care notes

Follow the care instructions on each product page for best results.
If you’re choosing melamine-based tableware elsewhere, the FDA advises against heating food on melamine in microwave ovens (see the FDA link above).
For BPA-related questions in food-contact materials, the FDA provides consumer information here: FDA: BPA in Food-Contact Applications.

Browse related collections: Outdoor: Picnic & Day-Out Essentials · Poolside Cups · Picnicware Sets

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EKOBO a good brand?

Yes. EKOBO is a well-established eco-design brand known for combining modern aesthetics with responsibly sourced materials. Designed in France, the brand focuses on reusable alternatives to single-use plastics using bamboo fiber eco-composites, not raw natural bamboo. EKOBO uses leftover bamboo sawdust from chopstick factories, giving waste material a second life. Bamboo grows extremely fast and captures significantly more CO₂ than most hardwoods, contributing to a lower carbon footprint from the very beginning of the product’s life cycle.

What are the disadvantages / limitations of bamboo fiber?

Bamboo fiber must be distinguished from
natural bamboo. Natural bamboo products are often disposable and
moisture-sensitive. Bamboo fiber eco-composites are durable and reusable but
are not designed for cooking, microwaves, or ovens. They have defined heat
limits and are not home-compostable due to the food-safe binder required for
long-term reuse. These are material limitations, not safety defects.

What are the disadvantages of bamboo cutlery?

Natural bamboo cutlery is often disposable and lightweight. Bamboo fiber cutlery is reusable and more durable but not suitable for cooking, less impact-resistant than stainless steel, and intended for eating and serving rather than high-heat tasks.

Why can’t bamboo go in the dishwasher?

Natural bamboo products generally cannot go in the dishwasher because prolonged heat, moisture, and detergents degrade untreated fibers. Bamboo fiber eco-composites are engineered differently. EKOBO’s bamboo fiber products are dishwasher safe (top rack), which differentiates them from many generic bamboo items.

Is EKOBO safe?

Yes. EKOBO products are made from bamboo fiber eco-composites, not raw natural bamboo. They are BPA-free, PVC-free, and phthalate-free, tested for food-contact safety, and designed for hot and cold foods and liquids, though not for cooking.

Where are EKOBO products made?

EKOBO products are designed in France and manufactured in China, where bamboo naturally grows. EKOBO uses leftover bamboo sawdust from chopstick factories, giving waste material a second life. Bamboo’s rapid growth and high CO₂ capture contribute to a lower carbon footprint from the beginning of the product’s life cycle.

Is EKOBO dishwasher safe?

Yes. Unlike many natural bamboo products, EKOBO’s bamboo fiber eco-composites are dishwasher safe (top rack) due to their engineered formulation.

Which country is famous for bamboo products?

China is widely known for bamboo products due to centuries of cultivation, craftsmanship, and large-scale processing expertise in both natural bamboo and bamboo fiber materials.

Which country is the largest producer of bamboo?

China is the world’s largest producer of bamboo, supplying the majority of global bamboo used for both natural bamboo goods and bamboo fiber processing.

Why can’t you put bamboo plates in the microwave?

Both natural bamboo and bamboo fiber eco-composites are unsuitable for microwaves. Microwaves create uneven internal heat that can exceed the thermal limits of bamboo fiber composites over time. Bamboo plates are designed for serving food, not reheating or cooking, similar to melamine, many plastics, and some ceramics.

How long do bamboo plates last?

Natural bamboo plates are typically single-use or short-term. Bamboo fiber plates, such as those made by EKOBO, are designed for repeated reuse and can last several years with normal household use. Longevity depends on avoiding microwaves and ovens, limiting extreme heat, and proper care.

Can bamboo plates be reused?

Natural bamboo plates are often single-use. Bamboo fiber plates are specifically designed for repeated reuse, which is their primary environmental benefit.

What are the downsides of bamboo?

The downsides depend on the form. Natural bamboo products are often disposable, less durable, and sensitive to heat and moisture. Bamboo fiber eco-composites are reusable and durable but have defined heat limits, can crack if dropped like ceramic or glass, and require proper use. These are normal trade-offs of renewable materials.