Teacups have a wide-open rim that tapers down to a small base and the handles are designed to hook a single finger. The saucer is useful for protecting surfaces from possible damage due to the heat of a cup, and to catch the overflow, splashes, and drips from the cup, thus protecting both table linen and the user sitting in a free-standing chair who holds both cup and saucer. Pick a matching multi-piece set if you're hosting an afternoon tea – a complementary teapot completes the kit. Eastern-inspired patterns nod to the birthplace of chai, while neutral tones will bring your cup of tea a modern look. A great selection is available on Shopbwana
Dishes — plates, bowls, and cups — are crockery. If you don't have a dishwasher, you'll have to wash all the crockery from your dinner party by hand.
Crockery most often refers to everyday ceramic tableware, rather than fine, expensive china. You'll set the table with crockery when the occasion is too formal for paper plates but not fancy enough for porcelain.
The saucer is useful for protecting surfaces from possible damage due to the heat of a cup, and to catch overflow, splashes, and drips from the cup, thus protecting both table linen and the user sitting in a free-standing chair who holds both cup and saucer.
A coaster, drink coaster, beverage coaster, or beermat is an item used to rest drinks upon. Coasters protect the surface of a table or any other surface where the user might place a drink.
Today, drinking coffee from a saucer isn't standard practice in the U.S. You might run into some older folks who remember it, but even if you're able to find a coffee shop that serves coffee cups with saucers, chances are you won't see anyone drink from it.
