Serving tea properly is about the whole set arriving together, and this one does: six ceramic cups, a ceramic kettle and a matching round tray, all in a coordinated checked design. The tray is what makes it practical rather than merely pretty — the entire service travels from kitchen to table in one trip and looks deliberate when it lands. Ceramic is the traditional material for tea because it holds heat far better than glass, keeping a pot hot through a second round. Six cups is the right number for hosting rather than just family. It suits everyday tea and coffee, guests, and makes a substantial gift for a wedding or a new home.
Specifications
| Pieces | 8 - six cups, one kettle, one tray |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Design | Coordinated checked pattern |
| Use | Tea, coffee and serving guests |
Buying guide
Warm the pot before brewing — a splash of hot water swirled and poured out — because ceramic absorbs heat from the first fill and a cold pot cools the tea immediately. Wash ceramic by hand where you can; dishwashers chip rims and dull decorative patterns over repeated hot cycles. Store cups upright rather than stacked rim-down, and if you do stack, place a cloth or paper between them to prevent glaze scratching. As a gift, a full serving set suits weddings and housewarmings precisely because it is the sort of thing people rarely buy for themselves.
How it compares
Against a glass tea set, ceramic holds heat far longer but hides the colour of the brew. Against buying cups and a pot separately, a matched set with its own tray looks considerably better in front of guests. For everyday solo coffee, a double-walled mug is more practical.
Frequently asked questions
Why warm the pot first?
Ceramic absorbs heat from the first fill. A splash of hot water swirled and poured out means the tea stays hot rather than cooling immediately.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
Hand washing is safer. Repeated hot cycles chip rims and dull decorative patterns on ceramic over time.
Is it a good gift?
Yes - a complete serving set suits weddings and housewarmings because it is something people rarely buy for themselves.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- Glass Tea Set with 1400ml Teapot, 6 Cups and Bamboo Serving Tray
- 200ml Borosilicate Double Wall Glass Coffee Mugs, 2 Piece Set
- 42cm Acacia Wood Serving Tray with Steel Side Handles
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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1. Order Processing
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2. Delivery Times
| Destination | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
| Nairobi CBD & environs | Same day or next business day |
| Greater Nairobi & Kiambu | 1–2 business days |
| Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret | 2–4 business days |
| Other Kenyan towns | 3–7 business days |
| East Africa (regional) | 5–14 business days |
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Why warm the pot first?
Ceramic absorbs heat from the first fill. A splash of hot water swirled and poured out means the tea stays hot rather than cooling immediately.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
Hand washing is safer. Repeated hot cycles chip rims and dull decorative patterns on ceramic over time.
Is it a good gift?
Yes - a complete serving set suits weddings and housewarmings because it is something people rarely buy for themselves.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.