We still use the impeccable Arabia covered dish that our parents bought along with a bunch of other pieces some 50 years in Finland. The genius of the dish is that it goes from the oven into its stylish bamboo holder and onto the table. Baked pasta dishes, yummy cobblers, and a slew of other delights have been made in this beauty.
While the dish is no longer available, we did come across the Arabia website, and were thrilled with plenty of other things. The products look as clean and simple today as they did oh, those many years ago.
I grew up with Arabia too. My parents had a set of "Valencia" dishes. It wasn't until recently that I realized what a huge and historic company they are--kind of like a Royal Doulton or Wedgwood of Finland. I've bought some cool mid-century stuff of theirs on ebay. Great stuff.
I also love Arabia. Someone's selling an Arabia Ruska set on Craig's List!
I love Arabia Ruska, too. I'm currently watching a teapot on eBay. The dishes are just beautiful and my only complaint is that the rim on the mugs is a bit fragile.