Churchill Stonecast Oblong Chefs Plates 355x245mm Blueberry Pack of 6
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is a well-established collection of super vitrified tableware designed for professional food service. These oblong chefs plates in the Blueberry colourway offer a hand-finished, brush-stroke surface...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Blue
- Dimensions
- 355(W) x 245(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is a well-established collection of super vitrified tableware designed for professional food service. These oblong chefs plates in the Blueberry colourway offer a hand-finished, brush-stroke surface that gives each piece a degree of individual character while remaining consistent enough for matched table settings. The rectangular format suits plated dishes where presentation space and composition matter — a format commonly chosen by chefs who want more control over how components are arranged on the plate.
Super vitrified construction means these plates are produced to withstand the demands of regular commercial use. The material is denser and harder-wearing than standard porcelain, making it more resistant to chipping and crazing under the conditions typical of busy restaurant service — repeated handling, stacking, dishwasher cycling, and the occasional knock during a fast-paced pass. The Blueberry glaze provides a distinctive backdrop that works well with lighter-coloured dishes and natural food tones, making it a considered choice for kitchens where table presentation is part of the overall guest experience.
- Super vitrified body offers improved chip resistance over standard porcelain
- Hand-finished brush-stroke texture gives each plate individual character
- Oblong format provides generous plating space for structured presentation
- Blueberry colourway complements a wide range of plated dishes
- Supplied in a pack of 6, practical for building service stock incrementally
These plates are dishwasher safe and suitable for standard commercial glasswashers and dishwashers, though as with all coloured glazed ware, repeated high-temperature industrial wash cycles over time may gradually affect the vibrancy of the finish. Stack height in storage should be managed sensibly to protect the glaze on the underside of plates above. The pack size of six is practical for operators building stock across multiple covers, though higher-volume sites may wish to consider ordering in greater quantity to ensure consistent cover availability through a service.
This plate is well suited to independent restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and casual fine dining operations where tableware presentation is taken seriously. It is equally at home in a smaller bistro looking to lift the table setting without moving to bespoke or fragile fine china. If you are fitting out a larger venue or want guidance on building a cohesive tableware selection across plate sizes and formats, the team is happy to help work through the options with you.
Key Features
- Super vitrified construction for improved durability in commercial service
- Hand-finished brush-stroke glaze texture on every individual plate
- Oblong 355 x 245mm format gives structured plating and presentation space
- Blueberry colourway provides a distinctive, food-complementing backdrop
- Supplied as a pack of 6 for flexible stock building across covers
Operational Benefits
- Resists chipping and crazing through repeated handling and dishwasher cycling
- Distinctive glaze elevates table presentation without requiring bespoke china
- Oblong shape supports composed plating styles favoured in restaurant service
- Consistent finish across the pack supports matched table settings in service
- Incremental pack sizing allows operators to build stock to cover count precisely
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- Blue
- Dimensions
- 355(W) x 245(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 2.13kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- As a general guide, most operators aim for two to three times their seated cover count to allow for plates in service, at the wash, and in reserve. For a 30-cover restaurant, 60 to 90 plates is a reasonable working stock, which would mean ordering 10 to 15 packs of 6. If you are unsure what quantity suits your operation, the team can help you work through it based on your cover count and service style.
- Yes, Churchill Stonecast plates are designed for commercial dishwasher use and the super vitrified construction handles repeated wash cycles reliably. As with any coloured glazed tableware, prolonged use in very high-temperature industrial wash programmes may gradually affect the glaze finish over time, so it is worth matching your wash temperature settings to the manufacturer's guidance.
- The Blueberry colourway tends to work particularly well with lighter-toned dishes — pale proteins, cream sauces, root vegetables, and herb garnishes all sit well against it. It is a considered choice for operators who want tableware that contributes to the presentation rather than simply carrying the food, and it is commonly used in restaurants where the plate is treated as part of the overall dish composition.