Special introductory price! New for Holiday Season 2008!We searched the world for a nice kitchen play set which was not manufactured in China and finally found one which is manufactured in Italy by Faro, a company which has been making quality European toys since 1945! All parts are still made in Italy and conform to the highest safety standards. Quality pretend play cooking & serving set made in Italy! Lagostina quality Kitchen Chef 9-piece Playset. Pots and pans are made of stainless steel, handles and utensils, as well as salt & pepper shakers are plastic. Made in Italy! Faro toys are made and imported from Italy for unsurpassed Quality: Faro toys conform to the highest Quality Control Tests! Box measures 16" x 12" x 3". Ages 3 & up.