Features and types
NutcrackerMas line: Nutcracker-themed cups and accessories
Most of the EasyLife products available on L'Arcolaio belong to the NutcrackerMasline, recognisable by the soldier decoration in white and red on a white background. The theme recalls the classic Nutcracker Christmas ballet and is designed for the Christmas table.
The available formats cover the needs of the entire festive table:
- Espresso cup with soldiers saucer — 80 ml, capacity for classic espresso. It is sold as a set with coordinating saucer.
- Tea cup with saucer — 200 ml, in white and red, with matching saucer. Suitable for tea, herbal infusions or hot chocolate for the holidays.
- Mug cup — 275 ml, larger capacity, for those who prefer an American coffee or a hearty breakfast.
- Sugar bowl — 240 ml, with the same soldier decoration. It coordinates on the table.
- Panettone plate — 31 cm diameter, wide enough to serve slices of panettone or pandoro during the festivities.
- Panettone knife — 28 cm, matched to the plate, completes the Christmas serving set.
- NutcrackerMas cake server — for those who want a dessert service consistent with the rest of the table.
The combination of these pieces allows you to create a coordinated Christmas mise en place without resorting to different styles or separate brands.
Bali Verde line: trays and bowls all year round
Alongside the Christmas line, EasyLife also offers the Bali Verdecollection: oval trays and bowls in green, available in multiple sizes.
- Oval tray 40 x 23 cm — compact size, useful for appetisers or aperitifs.
- Oval tray 50 x 35.5 cm — larger format, suitable for main courses or as a serving surface.
- Bowl 33 x 23 cm e bowl diameter 30.5 cm — for salads, side dishes or fruit.
These items are not seasonal: they are used all year round on the everyday table or for entertaining guests at any time. For those who want to complete the festive table with coordinating accessories, it is worth looking at the Christmas table collection which brings together tablecloths, table runners and other complements.
How to choose
For the family Christmas table
If you are setting up the festive table and want a coordinating detail for the coffee after the meal, the 80 ml NutcrackerMas espresso cup with saucer is the most straightforward choice: it matches classic palettes (red, gold, green) and stands out without being intrusive. If your table has both coffee and tea lovers, it is worth getting both the 80 ml espresso cup and the 200 ml tea cup.
To serve panettone or pandoro during the festive period, the 31 cm plate with the matching knife form a functional set. There is no need to buy anything separately: the decoration is the same on all pieces.
As a Christmas gift idea
A cup with saucer in a Christmas theme is a concrete gift, with a recognisable format and an affordable price. It presents well even without elaborate additional packaging. For those who want to give something more complete, it is possible to combine espresso cup, sugar bowl and saucer in a single personalised set.
Those seeking gifts for winter ceremonies (such as baptisms or communions falling during the festive season) will instead find more specific products in the Christmas items and decorationssection, or can explore the confetti offer on the maxtris Christmas.
What table style does it match best with?
The NutcrackerMas decoration has a precise visual character: soldiers in red on white, classic inspiration. It integrates well with:
- traditional tables with red, green or gold tablecloths;
- table runners in country chic or classic Italian style;
- arrangements with candles and snowy branches.
It works less well with minimalist Nordic styles (white/grey/silver palette) or very modern decorations. If you are looking for a more contemporary style for your Christmas table, take a look at the contemporary Christmas or elegant Christmas sections to find other complements consistent with your arrangement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What capacity do EasyLife coffee cups have?
The cups in the NutcrackerMas line have a capacity of 80 ml, the standard format for Italian espresso. The saucer with soldier decoration is included in the package.
Does the EasyLife tea cup include the saucer?
Yes. The 200 ml NutcrackerMas tea cup is sold with the coordinating saucer in white and red, matched to the rest of the line.
Can I use EasyLife cups as a Christmas wedding favour?
EasyLife cups with Christmas decoration are suitable as a Christmas gift, but are not designed as a ceremony wedding favour (wedding, baptism, communion, confirmation). For ceremony wedding favours with confetti, we invite you to explore the traditional Christmas section for matching ideas, or the specific ceremony offers in the rest of the L'Arcolaio catalogue.
Is the EasyLife NutcrackerMas panettone plate large enough to serve at the table?
The NutcrackerMas panettone plate has a diameter of 31 cm: it is sufficient to serve slices of panettone or pandoro during the festivities. The matching 28 cm knife completes the set without need for separate purchases.
How are EasyLife products with printed decorations washed?
Specific washing instructions are provided on the packaging of each product. For pieces with printed decorations, it is always advisable to check dishwasher compatibility before first use, to preserve the decoration over time.
L'Arcolaio is open in Pignataro Interamna (FR), a few minutes from the Cassino exit of the A1, from Monday to Saturday 8:30–19:00 and on Sunday 10:00–19:00. All EasyLife products are also available online with delivery in Italy and 21 European countries.
