Churchill Stonecast Raw Evolve Coupe Plate Black 165mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Raw Evolve Coupe Plate in black is a side or starter plate finished in a semi-matte Vellum glaze. The 165mm format and rimless coupe profile make it...
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 294.16666666666663g
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Raw Evolve Coupe Plate in black is a side or starter plate finished in a semi-matte Vellum glaze. The 165mm format and rimless coupe profile make it a practical choice for plating smaller courses, sharing dishes, or as a side to a main plate presentation. The raw, tactile surface finish gives the range a distinctly earthy, organic appearance that sits comfortably within contemporary casual dining and bistro settings.
Churchill's super vitrified body is the practical backbone of the range. Super vitrified china is produced at higher firing temperatures than standard porcelain, resulting in a denser, more chip-resistant material that holds up well to the everyday rigours of commercial dishwashing, stacking, and front-of-house handling. For a decorative finish with a matte-leaning glaze, that durability matters — the surface maintains its character through repeated use rather than degrading quickly with heavy service cycles.
- Super vitrified construction offers strong resistance to chipping and cracking
- Rimless coupe profile suits modern plating styles across multiple courses
- Consistent semi-matte Vellum glaze finish across the range aids visual cohesion on the table
- Compatible with commercial dishwashers, reducing handling time during turnaround
- Sold in packs of 12, which aligns with practical par-stock planning for most operations
The 165mm diameter positions this plate as a side, bread, or starter plate rather than a main course plate, so it is worth confirming your cover count and course structure before deciding on quantity. The Stonecast Raw range spans multiple plate sizes and formats, so operators building a full table setting can maintain consistency across courses.
This plate works well in casual dining restaurants, wine bars, gastropubs, and hotel restaurants where an earthy, stripped-back aesthetic is part of the front-of-house identity. It is less suited to formal fine dining environments where a bright-white, high-gloss china is the expected standard.
If you are planning a full range build or need help working out pack quantities against your cover count, our team is happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- Super vitrified china body fired for enhanced chip resistance
- Semi-matte Vellum glaze with a tactile, organic surface texture
- 165mm rimless coupe profile suited to starters and side dishes
- Compatible with standard commercial dishwasher cycles
- Sold in packs of 12 for straightforward par-stock planning
Operational Benefits
- Durable construction reduces breakage replacement costs in busy service
- Consistent glaze finish supports a cohesive table aesthetic across courses
- Coupe profile gives chefs a clean canvas for modern plating styles
- Dishwasher compatibility keeps turnaround times efficient during service
- Pack format simplifies stock ordering and helps maintain adequate cover levels
Specifications
- Colour
- Black
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 294.16666666666663g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Super vitrified china is produced at higher firing temperatures than standard porcelain, making it denser and more resistant to chipping under daily stacking, handling, and dishwashing. It is a well-established material in commercial tableware precisely because it balances a quality appearance with the durability required for high-turnover service environments.
- The Vellum glaze is designed to withstand repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without significant surface degradation. That said, matte and semi-matte finishes can show watermarks or limescale more readily than high-gloss alternatives, so rinse aid and dishwasher maintenance become slightly more important for keeping the presentation looking its best.
- As a rough guide, most operations plan for two to three times their seated cover count to allow for dishwasher cycles and breakage. For a 40-cover restaurant using this plate as a starter or side plate, three to four packs of 12 would typically provide a workable par stock, though the right quantity depends on your service style and turnaround speed.