Italy's 60-Year Tradition Lets Diners Keep Hand-Painted Ceramic Plates as Souvenirs

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A beloved Italian dining tradition called Piatti del Buon Ricordo has been welcoming restaurant guests to take home decorative ceramic plates since 1964. Participating across 111 restaurants in Italy, the custom gifts diners with unique hand-painted plates as mementos of their meal. Skilled artisans from the Amalfi Coast craft each piece, with designs reflecting the signature dish of the respective trattoria. The tradition has grown beyond a dining novelty, attracting collectors and art enthusiasts from around the world. It also serves as a meaningful driver of culinary tourism in Italy.

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