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It has been my experience that you can never really have too many measuring cups. I have several sets of graduated, stacking measures, as well as some sturdy, old glass Pyrex ones that belonged to my great-grandmother. I love having multiples, because it means that I can pop them into the dishwasher after a baking project, instead of having to handwash after each round of baking (because you know that when you have just one set, you're going to need them before you get a chance to run the dishwasher). I've always had a policy of keeping my measuring cups fairly simple, feeling like it was important to favor utility over aesthetics. However, wandering around the Home section of Anthropologie yesterday after work, I totally abandoned that position when I spotted these Matryoshka Measuring Cups*. As opposed to standard wooden stacking dolls, these are made of china and each top and bottom is sized to hold a different standard measure. They are charming, combining usefulness with whimsical design. It took everything I had not to buy them right then and there.
While I did manage to return home without them (because I honestly don't need them), I'm now scouring my holiday gift list, trying to match up these quirky measures with the ideal recipient. It's got me thinking that this year may be the year of measuring cups, as Anthro has an extensive collection of fun, interesting and adorable designs.
What's your measuring cup philosophy? Do you go for the simple workhorse, or do you prefer to have your half cup measure contain a bit of individualistic charm?
*The Matryoshka Measuring Cups are currently available in Anthropologie stores and will be available for online purchase on November 17th.
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10-28-2008 @2:09PM Rt said... Each has its purpose. The pyrex is great for liquids, on mine the marks are fading. The cups are good for both but I generally use them for dry ingredients. Spoons are also good for both.
It is good to be able to have a selection. It is really good to have a dishwasher :)
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10-28-2008 @3:41PM CosetTheTable said... When my boyfriend and I moved --AGAIN-- at the end of this summer, and we were only moving what we could fit into the Honda Accord, I carefully chose measuring things. I brought: A Tablespoon, a Teaspoon, and an Adjust-a-cup (http://www.amazon.com/KitchenArt-Adjust-Champagne-Satin-Finish/dp/B000ATVOH4). We've recently bought a liquid measure, because the Adjust-a-cup is brilliant for peanut butter and applesauce, and is okay for flour and sugar, but it isn't great for pouring.
-Coset The Table (http://cosetthetable.com)
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