Why Your Soup Spoon Might Be Too Small for Soup

Quick answer

A soup spoon that feels too small likely has a shallow bowl or narrow shape, making it hard to scoop a satisfying mouthful without spilling. Look for a spoon with a deeper, rounder bowl and a wider curve for better soup eating.

How to tell if your spoon is too small

• Symptom: You have to take multiple small sips to finish a single spoonful, or soup drips from the sides as you lift it.
• Likely cause: Your spoon has a shallow bowl (less than 1 cm deep) or a narrow, tapering shape that doesn't hold liquid well.
• Corrective action: Switch to a soup spoon with a round, deep bowl and a wider curve. Look for a bowl depth of at least 1.5 cm and a width that matches the width of your mouth. If your current spoon is a teaspoon or a dessert spoon, it is not designed for soup. Replace it with a dedicated soup spoon.
• When to stop or choose another option: If you frequently eat thick chowders or stews, a traditional soup spoon works fine. For very brothy soups like consommé, a slightly smaller but still deep spoon can be more comfortable. If your spoon is too small for every soup, it's time to upgrade.

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