Abstract: Flatware and tableware having signaling means for aiding a visually impaired user in locating and retrieving food from the tableware using the flatware. A signaling means assembly is housed within the flatware handle, the assembly having a magnet and a spring. The tableware has a central food-receiving surface and a metal upper rim. Upon bringing the signaling means assembly of the flatware into close proximity with the tableware metal rim, a magnetic force is exchanged that pulls the magnet towards the tableware, compresses the spring, and serves as a guide to the user. After the flatware moves past the rim, the magnet oscillates upon the spring and causes the flatware to vibrate. The vibrations generates a humming sound that signals to the user that contact has been established.