Churchill Delta Grey Tasting Trays 282x85mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
These tasting trays from Churchill's Delta Grey range are elongated rectangular serving pieces designed for small-plate and tasting-course presentation. Made from Churchill Super Vitrified china, they carry a semi-matte finish...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Grey
- Diameter
- 295
- Dimensions
- 282(L)x85(W)mm | 11 1/2(L)x3 3/8(W)"
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Product Description
These tasting trays from Churchill's Delta Grey range are elongated rectangular serving pieces designed for small-plate and tasting-course presentation. Made from Churchill Super Vitrified china, they carry a semi-matte finish with subtle surface texture, keeping the focus firmly on the food rather than the ware itself. The grey colourway sits comfortably alongside a range of plating styles and table settings without demanding attention.
In a busy service environment, durability is where these trays earn their place. The Super Vitrified body offers strong resistance to chipping and thermal shock, so they handle the transition from pass to table — or from ambient storage to a warm environment — without issue. The in-glaze decoration means the finish is part of the body rather than sitting on the surface, which keeps the appearance consistent after repeated dishwasher cycles. The fully glazed base reduces the risk of chipping during stacking, which matters when trays are being handled quickly between courses.
- Thermal shock resistance reduces breakage risk during busy service
- In-glaze decoration maintains appearance through heavy dishwasher use
- Fully glazed base protects against chipping when stacking
- Semi-matte finish keeps the focus on the food being served
- Microwave safe, adding flexibility to pre-service preparation
These trays are well suited to restaurants running tasting menus, canapé receptions, or any operation where small-plate presentation is part of the offering. They work equally well in hotel banqueting, private dining, and event catering. Sold in packs of six, they're straightforward to build up to the quantities needed for a full service run.
If you're putting together a larger tableware specification or want to discuss which Churchill ranges work well alongside this piece, the team is happy to help.
Key Features
- Churchill Super Vitrified body with strong chip resistance for daily use
- In-glaze decoration bonds finish to body for lasting appearance
- Fully glazed base reduces chipping risk during stacking and storage
- Thermal shock resistant construction handles rapid temperature changes
- Microwave and dishwasher safe for flexible service preparation
Operational Benefits
- Maintains a consistent appearance through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Reduces breakage costs with a durable vitrified body suited to busy services
- Keeps presentation clean and food-focused with a restrained semi-matte finish
- Stacks safely without excessive chipping risk, supporting efficient back-of-house handling
- Suits tasting menus and canapé services where consistent smallware is important
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Grey
- Diameter
- 295
- Dimensions
- 282(L)x85(W)mm | 11 1/2(L)x3 3/8(W)"
- Material
- Churchill Super Vitrified
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 376.5g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- That depends on your cover count, course structure, and how quickly ware turns around through the dishwasher. As a starting point, most operators aim for at least two to three times their seated cover count for a given course to allow for wash cycles mid-service. The pack-of-six format makes it straightforward to build stock to the level you need.
- The thermal shock resistance of Super Vitrified china means these trays handle temperature transitions well in normal service conditions. They are not designed for oven use, but they perform reliably in a warm pass environment and during the kind of temperature variation typical of plated service.
- Because the decoration is in-glaze rather than applied on top, it does not sit on a surface that can wear away through repeated washing. In practice this means the appearance stays consistent through sustained commercial dishwasher use, which is one of the reasons Super Vitrified ranges are commonly specified in high-volume operations.