{"title":"Churchill Bamboo Plates","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"churchill-bamboo-plates-dusk-210mm-pack-of-12","title":"Churchill Bamboo Dusk Plates 210mm (Pack of 12)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Bamboo Dusk is a 210mm side or starter plate combining a dark grey textured rim with a gloss white well. The rim pattern — a fine relief detail that gives the Bamboo range its name — adds a considered finish to each cover without competing with the food presentation. It is a practical choice for operators who want a dark, warm frame around the dish rather than a plain white setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction is Churchill's super vitrified ceramic, which produces a denser, harder body than standard vitrified china. In practical terms this means better resistance to edge chipping, which is the most common cause of plate loss in busy commercial environments. Churchill backs this with a five-year edge chip warranty, which gives some confidence in the expected lifespan under regular dishwasher cycling and stacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor front-of-house use, the contrast between the dark rim and white well works well with lighter-coloured dishes, and the textured surface gives each cover a finished appearance with minimal table styling required. The 210mm diameter suits composed starters, small plate menus, sharing formats, and side dishes — it sits in a versatile size bracket that works across a range of service styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified ceramic body with improved chip and thermal shock resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark grey textured rim with gloss white well for clear food contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-year edge chip warranty supporting long-term replacement planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe for commercial use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold in packs of 12 for building consistent cover sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOperators needing a larger plate for main course portions, or a smaller size for bread or amuse-bouche service, will find alternative diameters within the Bamboo range. If you are building a new cover set or want to confirm compatibility with existing Churchill pieces, our team is happy to talk it through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834151719229,"sku":"DS690","price":101.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/c7d59be64c1658409e605c98dd96f184.jpg?v=1692691883"},{"product_id":"churchill-bamboo-plates-dusk-170mm-pack-of-12","title":"Churchill Bamboo Plates Dusk 170mm (Pack of 12)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Bamboo Dusk plate is a 170mm side or starter plate finished with a dark grey patterned rim and a gloss white well. The bamboo-inspired texture on the rim is subtle rather than decorative for its own sake — it provides a visual frame that draws attention to the food in the well without competing with it. Sold in packs of twelve, these are intended for commercial table settings rather than domestic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChurchill manufactures these plates from super vitrified ceramic, which is a denser, more refined form of the ceramic used in standard catering ware. In practical terms this translates to better resistance to both physical knocks and thermal shock — important in a busy pass or dishwasher cycle where crockery takes a consistent battering. The five-year edge chip warranty reflects the expected durability of the material in service conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor front-of-house teams, the key operational advantages are straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent finish holds up well under repeated commercial dishwasher cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gloss white well provides a clean, neutral background for plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighter grey rim works across a range of interior colour schemes without clashing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified construction reduces the rate of chipping compared to standard earthenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack quantity of twelve supports practical batch purchasing for new covers or replacement stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 170mm this is a side plate or starter plate size. It is not large enough for main courses in most settings. Operators building a full cover should check that this sits correctly alongside their chosen main plate and bowl sizes before ordering in volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plate suits restaurants and hotel dining rooms where presentation matters and crockery takes regular, heavy use. If your operation runs very high covers or particularly rough dishwasher conditions, it is worth discussing your full crockery requirements with us before committing to a range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834151686461,"sku":"DS691","price":85.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/ec1c376f3f4ef22d6f48c85abf2884cf.jpg?v=1692691888"},{"product_id":"churchill-bamboo-plates-mist-210mm-pack-of-12","title":"Churchill Bamboo Mist Side Plates 210mm (Pack of 12)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Bamboo Mist plate is a 210mm side and starter plate finished in a soft grey-mist glaze with a raised bamboo stem texture. It sits within Churchill's Bamboo range, which takes a natural, organic aesthetic and translates it into a format that holds up in everyday commercial service. Construction is in super vitrified ceramic — the material standard Churchill applies consistently across its professional tableware lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuper vitrified ceramic earns its place in commercial kitchens because of how it handles the stress of repeated use. High-volume dishwasher cycles, rapid temperature changes between cold storage and hot pass — these conditions cause lesser ceramics to craze and chip at the rim. The denser fired body of super vitrified ware resists this, and Churchill backs that with a five-year edge chip warranty. In a restaurant or hotel where breakage rates have a direct line to replacement costs, that construction quality is worth accounting for when comparing options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified ceramic resists chipping and crazing under commercial dishwasher cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised bamboo texture adds visual interest without trapping food or complicating cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutral mist-grey glaze coordinates with most existing tableware and linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave safe — practical where rapid reheating and plating overlap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-year edge chip warranty reflects the material's durability in heavy use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 210mm, this is a practical size for starters, small plates, side dishes, and desserts across both à la carte and sharing-style service formats. The neutral colourway makes it a straightforward addition when refreshing part of a cover without replacing the full table setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacks of 12 make it easy to plan quantities against cover numbers. For larger operations or kitchens with higher attrition, it is worth building in a reserve allocation from the outset rather than placing top-up orders mid-service period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are coordinating the Bamboo range across a full table setting or want to work out the right quantity for your covers, our team is happy to help you think it through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834151489853,"sku":"DS696","price":101.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/7707df8559c10473eafdeafea98fe693.jpg?v=1692691910"},{"product_id":"churchill-bamboo-plates-mist-170mm-pack-of-12","title":"Churchill Bamboo Mist Plates 170mm (Pack of 12)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Bamboo Mist plate is a 170mm side or starter plate finished in a soft grey-mist glaze with a raised bamboo stem pattern running across the surface. It is part of Churchill's Bamboo range, which draws on natural textures to create a calm, contemporary table setting. The plates are manufactured in super vitrified ceramic, a material chosen specifically for the demands of commercial foodservice rather than domestic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a busy hospitality environment, tableware takes a great deal of punishment — repeated dishwasher cycles, stacking, and the general wear of high-volume covers. Super vitrified ceramic is considerably denser and harder than standard earthenware, making it better suited to resist chipping and crazing over time. Churchill backs this up with a five-year edge chip warranty, which gives operators a reasonable level of assurance when purchasing for regular service use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom a practical standpoint, this plate works well as part of a layered table setting:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for dishwasher and microwave use, fitting into standard kitchen workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 170mm diameter suits side plates, bread plates, and smaller starter portions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mist glaze complements both white and earthy tableware palettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified construction reduces replacement frequency compared with lighter ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in packs of 12, practical for building up cover counts incrementally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 170mm this is not a main course plate, and operators planning to use it as a primary dining plate for full portions should consider a larger diameter from the same Bamboo range. It is best suited to casual dining, café settings, bistros, and hotels using the plate for side or starter courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are putting together a full table setting or matching across a range and would like to talk through what works together, the team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834151424317,"sku":"DS697","price":85.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/c06da2918ac1ef6109128b1f30237640.jpg?v=1692691917"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/churchill-bamboo-plates.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}