Churchill Stonecast Patina Deep Purple Chefs' Oblong Plate 298mm x12
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Patina Deep Purple Chefs' Oblong Plate is part of Churchill's Stonecast Patina range — a collection of super vitrified tableware designed to bring a sense of aged,...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 298(L) x 153(W)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 7kg
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Patina Deep Purple Chefs' Oblong Plate is part of Churchill's Stonecast Patina range — a collection of super vitrified tableware designed to bring a sense of aged, organic texture to front-of-house presentation. The deep purple colourway draws on tones found in natural materials such as stone, metal, and aged wood, with a surface finish that deliberately varies between pieces. This variation is intentional: no two plates will look identical, which lends the collection an artisan quality that works well in environments where presentation is part of the guest experience.
In practical terms, the super vitrified construction means these plates are built to withstand the demands of a busy commercial operation. Super vitrified china is considerably more durable than standard porcelain, offering better resistance to chipping, cracking, and the daily stresses of high-volume service, commercial dishwashers, and stacking. The oblong format at 298mm suits plated starters, sharing portions, or chef's tasting-menu presentations, and the shape gives chefs a useful canvas for more considered plating styles.
Key characteristics worth noting for operational planning:
- Super vitrified construction for improved chip resistance under daily commercial use
- Intentional surface variation between pieces adds artisan character to table settings
- Oblong format supports creative plating for starters, sides, or tasting portions
- Sold in packs of 12, suited to par-stock purchasing for restaurant and hotel operations
- Deep purple patina finish complements both neutral and dark table linen palettes
As with any reactive or textured glaze, it is worth checking that the finish aligns with your service style before committing to large volumes. The natural variation between pieces is a feature of the range, but operators who require strict visual uniformity across covers may find this worth discussing before ordering.
This plate is well suited to restaurants, boutique hotels, and catering operations where tableware contributes to the overall dining narrative. If you are looking to build a full table setting from within the Stonecast Patina range, or need guidance on quantities and mix across different plate formats, the team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Super vitrified construction for enhanced chip and crack resistance
- 298mm oblong format designed for creative chef-plated presentations
- Reactive deep purple glaze with intentional variation between pieces
- Sold in packs of 12 for practical commercial par-stock purchasing
- Dishwasher-safe super vitrified body suited to high-cycle commercial use
Operational Benefits
- Withstands the rigours of daily commercial dishwashing and heavy stacking
- Artisan surface variation adds character to front-of-house table presentation
- Oblong shape gives chefs greater flexibility for portion and plating styles
- Pack-of-12 format simplifies stock management and cover-count planning
- Durable construction reduces replacement frequency in high-turnover operations
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 298(L) x 153(W)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 7kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The variation is entirely deliberate and is central to the Stonecast Patina concept. The reactive glaze process means each piece takes on a slightly different tone and texture, replicating the natural patina that develops on aged materials over time. Operators looking for strict uniformity across every cover should bear this in mind before ordering.
- Yes. The super vitrified construction is specifically developed for the demands of commercial kitchens, including repeated cycles through high-temperature rack dishwashers. Super vitrified china offers better durability than standard porcelain and is a common choice for operations running multiple sittings per service.
- A general starting point is to hold two to three times your cover count in any given plate format, accounting for items in service, in the wash, and in reserve. For a restaurant turning 40 covers, that typically means 80 to 120 plates of each format in active rotation. If you are building out a full range across multiple courses, it is worth talking through your par levels with us before ordering.