The purpose of saucers and plates is different, mainly reflected in the following aspects:
First of all, from a food perspective, plates are usually used for main dishes, side dishes, or soups, while plates are mainly used for main foods or larger pieces of food. In addition, plates are usually shallow for picking up food directly by hand, while plates are deeper and require the use of utensils to pick up food conveniently.
Secondly, in terms of the occasion and atmosphere of use, plates are usually used for formal occasions such as formal meals or family dinners, while plates are more suitable for informal occasions such as fast food or takeaway. In addition, the material and pattern design of the plate is usually more delicate and beautiful, and is suitable for use in formal occasions, while the material and pattern design of the plate is relatively simple and practical, and is suitable for use in informal settings.
Thirdly, from the point of view of cleanliness and hygiene, plates are easier to clean and maintain hygiene than plates. Because the dish is shallow, it can be cleaned more thoroughly to all corners of the plate, and it can also be wiped with a cloth more easily. The plate is deeper, so you need to wash it more carefully to all corners of the plate, otherwise it is easy to leave food residues or stains.
To sum up, saucers and plates are used for different purposes, mainly in terms of serving food, the occasion and atmosphere of use, and cleanliness and hygiene. Therefore, when choosing to use saucers or plates, you need to choose according to the actual situation to ensure the hygiene of food and the comfort of dining.