{"title":"Churchill Raku Geo","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"churchill-raku-geo-plates-quartz-black-298x143mm-pack-of-12","title":"Churchill Raku Geo Quartz Black Rectangular Plates 298x143mm (12pk)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Raku Geo Quartz Black plate is a large-format rectangular piece finished in a reactive glaze that produces natural variation in tone and surface texture across each firing. Made from super vitrified porcelain, it sits at the practical end of quality tableware — a material chosen by professional operators specifically because it tolerates the mechanical demands of commercial dishwashers, heavy stacking, and daily cover counts without the chip rate you would see from standard porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe elongated format suits a wide range of plating styles that a round plate simply does not accommodate as well: composed fish courses, sliced meat dishes, contemporary pasta presentations, and sharing-style starters all sit naturally on this shape. The dark quartz colourway provides strong contrast against pale sauces, colourful garnishes, and lighter proteins, which makes it a considered choice for kitchens where plate presentation is part of the overall offer. The glaze surface cleans efficiently through rack or hood machines without holding residue between services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom an operational standpoint, the main advantages are:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified construction reduces breakage attrition compared to standard porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReactive glaze gives each piece individual character without any additional handling requirement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRectangular format supports plating styles that a round plate restricts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent sizing across the pack supports uniform presentation across all covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe for standard commercial machine cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plate is well suited to restaurants, hotel restaurants, and brasseries running full table service where both durability and presentation standards matter. Sold in packs of twelve, it works for initial cover builds or topping up an existing set. For operations requiring a different shape or format within the Raku Geo range, there are further options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a full cover set or matching pieces to an existing Raku range, the team is happy to talk through the right mix of shapes and quantities before you place an order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833565663549,"sku":"FD829","price":228.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/b84d18ad7fd802a03b5cf23e5e725f69.jpg?v=1692705183"},{"product_id":"churchill-raku-geo-plates-quartz-black-346x171mm-pack-of-6","title":"Churchill Raku Geo Quartz Black Rectangular Plates 346x171mm (Pack of 6)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Raku Geo rectangular plate is a large-format piece finished in a quartz black reactive glaze. The reactive glazing process produces subtle natural variation in tone and surface character across each plate, meaning no two pieces are identical. This is an intentional quality rooted in traditional Japanese Raku craft, and it gives the range a considered, handmade quality without the fragility or cost typically associated with artisan ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from super vitrified porcelain, these plates offer meaningfully greater resistance to chipping and crazing than standard porcelain. The glaze forms a hard, non-porous surface that performs reliably through commercial dishwashers and handles the repeated stacking, sliding, and general contact that comes with high-cover service. At 770g per plate, there is reassuring weight and substance without being awkward for floor staff to carry at pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe elongated rectangular format lends itself well to a range of plating approaches:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole fish and seafood presentations where length and visual proportion matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta, grain, or salad dishes plated along the length of the plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-component dishes where defined zones aid presentation clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarter sharing plates and charcuterie-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is worth being straightforward about fit: the format and scale of these plates suits tables with adequate cover space. They are less practical for compact layouts, high-turnover casual dining, or operations where smaller round plates would move more efficiently through service. Where they do work well is in à la carte restaurants, gastropubs, and hotel dining rooms where plate presentation is part of the guest experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are building or refreshing a tableware range and want to talk through how these plates sit alongside other pieces in the Raku Geo collection, the team is glad to help you think it through before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833565106493,"sku":"FD830","price":174.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/726fde162260b4301febace7d7e5d891.jpg?v=1692705188"},{"product_id":"churchill-raku-geo-plates-topaz-blue-298x143mm-pack-of-12","title":"Churchill Raku Geo Topaz Blue Rectangular Plates 298x143mm (Pack of 12)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Raku Geo Topaz Blue rectangular plate is a piece of commercial tableware made from super vitrified porcelain and finished with a reactive glaze. The reactive glazing process means each plate carries a subtly individual surface pattern while sitting cohesively within the same colourway — a useful quality for operators who want a distinctive table aesthetic without the inconsistency of truly handmade ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a working dining room, tableware absorbs considerable handling across each service — loading, washing, stacking, and re-laying. Super vitrified porcelain is a well-regarded material for this environment because it is meaningfully harder and more chip-resistant than standard porcelain. That durability matters in any operation running multiple covers per day, where the cumulative toll of dishwasher cycles and plate movement adds up quickly. The reactive glaze surface holds up well under regular commercial dishwasher programmes and cleans without difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated rectangular format is practical across a range of menu styles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to whole fish, charcuterie, sharing portions, and composed starters where a round plate feels restrictive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStacks and stores consistently, keeping trolley and shelf management straightforward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopaz blue glaze provides natural contrast against most food types, supporting presentation without additional garnish work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified construction reduces chipping and slows the rate of replacement over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReactive glaze surface cleans readily through standard commercial dishwasher cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no installation considerations for tableware, but storage is worth thinking through. Each plate weighs 590g, so a pack of twelve carries meaningful combined weight — shelving should be rated appropriately and stacking heights kept sensible to avoid chipping at the base of a pile. These plates are well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and gastropubs running a contemporary menu. For sites with very high covers or extended service periods, it is worth considering whether a second set would provide adequate cover without rushing the wash cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are building out a full table setting or want to confirm how these plates sit alongside other pieces in the Raku Geo range, the team is glad to help you work through it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833565040957,"sku":"FD831","price":232.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/4e3a0306be75666d4250a0ae40e3153d.jpg?v=1692705193"},{"product_id":"churchill-raku-geo-plates-topaz-blue-346x171mm-pack-of-6","title":"Churchill Raku Geo Topaz Blue Rectangular Plates 346x171mm (Pack of 6)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Raku Geo Topaz Blue rectangular plate is a large-format piece designed for contemporary plating in commercial dining environments. It is made from super vitrified porcelain — a denser, harder-wearing body than standard porcelain — and finished with a reactive glaze that produces subtle variation across each plate. No two pieces come out of the kiln with an identical surface, which gives the range a handcrafted quality that holds up under the demands of daily service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuper vitrified porcelain is a practical choice for high-turnover dining rooms. It withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles with considerably less chipping and crazing than lighter-bodied alternatives, and the glaze, once fired, is vitreous and stable — no special cleaning products or handling regimes are needed beyond a standard commercial dishwash. The topaz-blue colourway reads well against both pale and richly coloured food, which gives kitchen teams reasonable flexibility when plating across different menus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe large rectangular format suits a range of service styles:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReactive glaze creates individual variation across each plate at the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper vitrified construction handles commercial dishwasher cycles reliably\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRectangular format supports structured plating for mains, fish, and sharing dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopaz-blue colourway contrasts well with both light and richly coloured food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold in sixes, allowing cover counts to be built up gradually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese plates integrate straightforwardly into an existing cover set and require no special storage beyond standard plate stacking practice. The Raku Geo range is commonly used in restaurants, gastro pubs, and hotel dining rooms where operators want visual character at the table without departing from proven commercial-grade ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a larger cover count or want to understand how these sit alongside other pieces in the Churchill range, the team is glad to help you work through what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833564909885,"sku":"FD832","price":174.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/f4beca258ccc34ab22c4e105707d4441.jpg?v=1692705198"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/collections\/churchill-raku-geo.oembed","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}