Churchill Menu Shades Caldera Rectangular Plates Flint Grey 355mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The Churchill Menu Shades Caldera plate is a large-format rectangular porcelain plate finished in Flint Grey, a neutral, slightly textured tone that works well as a backdrop for modern plating...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 355(W) x 190(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill Menu Shades Caldera plate is a large-format rectangular porcelain plate finished in Flint Grey, a neutral, slightly textured tone that works well as a backdrop for modern plating styles. At 355mm across, these are substantial plates suited to main courses where chefs want generous presentation space without overcrowding the dish.
Porcelain of this specification is fully vitrified, which means the body has very low porosity and resists moisture absorption during repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. In a busy restaurant or hotel kitchen, that translates to plates that hold their appearance over time rather than dulling or staining with use. The Flint Grey glaze is consistent across the range, so replacement pieces match existing stock reliably — a practical consideration when plates inevitably chip or break in a working kitchen.
From an operational standpoint, the rectangular format suits a number of plating approaches that a round plate does not, particularly linear compositions or sharing-style presentations. The neutral grey tone complements both pale and richly coloured dishes without competing with the food.
- Fully vitrified porcelain resists staining and moisture ingress through heavy wash cycles
- Consistent glaze colour across the Caldera range supports straightforward stock replacement
- Large 355mm format gives chefs ample plating space for main course presentation
- Rectangular shape supports contemporary plating styles and sharing presentations
- Supplied in packs of six, suitable for building or topping up existing covers
These plates are sized for front-of-house use in restaurants, bistros, hotels, and event catering environments where a considered table aesthetic matters. If you are equipping a larger operation or need guidance on quantities relative to your cover count, our team is happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- Fully vitrified porcelain construction with very low moisture porosity
- 355mm rectangular format provides generous main course plating area
- Flint Grey glaze consistent across the Churchill Menu Shades Caldera range
- Each plate weighs 980g, giving a solid, substantial feel in service
- Supplied in packs of six for efficient stock building or topping up
Operational Benefits
- Resists staining and dulling through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
- Consistent glaze colour simplifies like-for-like replacement as breakages occur
- Large rectangular surface supports varied contemporary plating compositions
- Neutral Flint Grey tone complements both light and richly coloured dishes
- Six-piece pack sizing suits incremental stock increases without over-ordering
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 355(W) x 190(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 980g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A general rule for plated main courses is two to three times your cover count to allow for plates in use, in the wash, and in reserve. For a 40-cover restaurant, four to six packs of six would be a reasonable starting point, though high-turnover sites or those with quick table turns may need more. It is worth reviewing your wash cycle time when calculating quantities.
- Yes. Fully vitrified porcelain is designed to withstand the high temperatures and detergents used in commercial glasswashers and dishwashers. The low porosity of vitrified ware means repeated cycles are less likely to cause the surface degradation or staining that can affect lower-quality ceramics over time.
- Yes. Churchill manufactures the Menu Shades Caldera range with consistent glaze application, so replacement pieces ordered at a later date should match your existing plates in colour and finish. If you are matching to older stock and want to verify consistency before committing to a larger order, our team can advise on current batch availability.