Serveware by B. Smith is a sleek and stylish way to serve guests. From left to right, back: three-tier serving bowls ($19.99), three-tier swivel buffet server ($29.99), three-tier swivel step server ($29.99); front, seven-piece multi-server ($39.99). Available at Bed Bath & Beyond, all area locations; bedbathandbeyond.com.

A compact coffee system with easy-to-use features and brewing unit, this Nespresso Essenza machine ($179) whips up the perfect cup of Joe in the morning. Available at Williams-Sonoma, 5514 Walnut St., Shadyside; 412/688-9220, williams-sonoma.com; nespresso.com.

Create tasty cocktails with this 11-piece margarita set ($38) by The Cellar. It includes a 96-ounce pitcher, stirrer, four 9-ounce margarita glasses, four 2-ounce shot glasses and a salt dish. Available exclusively at Macy's, all area locations; macys.com.

Set the table for any meal with inexpensive silverware ($39.99/20 piece set) that will last throughout the years. Available at TJ Maxx, all area locations; tjmaxx.com.

This 12-piece basic starter cookware set ($100) by Tools of the Trade is made of polished stainless steel and includes 1-and 2-quart covered saucepans, 6.5-quart covered stock pot, 10-inch covered fry pan and three nylon utensils. Available exclusively at Macy's, all area locations; macys.com.