Churchill Raku Oblong Chef Plates Jade Green 202x261mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Raku range takes its character from traditional pottery firing techniques, resulting in a glaze finish where no two pieces are completely identical. The jade green colourway has an...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Dimensions
- 261(W) x 202(D)mm
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Product Description
The Churchill Raku range takes its character from traditional pottery firing techniques, resulting in a glaze finish where no two pieces are completely identical. The jade green colourway has an earthy, uneven tone that sits comfortably alongside natural textures and rustic plating styles. These oblong chef plates are made from porcelain and are designed to handle the demands of regular commercial service.
In practice, the oblong format suits composed plating well — it gives chefs a defined canvas for linear presentations, tasting-course dishes, and starter or dessert portions where visual arrangement matters. The glazed porcelain surface is easy to clean and holds up to commercial dishwashers without significant wear to the finish under normal use.
- Handcrafted-effect glaze means each plate has its own subtle variation in tone and texture
- Oblong format supports structured, chef-driven plating styles
- Porcelain construction offers a practical balance of weight and durability for table service
- Consistent sizing across the pack supports uniform presentation across covers
- Jade green colourway works well with earthy, seasonal, or plant-forward menus
There are no special installation or storage requirements beyond standard crockery handling. As with most decorative glazed ware, stacking should be done carefully to avoid surface marking over time. The pack quantity of 12 is suited to smaller operations or as a supplement to an existing set — higher-volume restaurants running multiple sittings may want to consider ordering in greater quantities to maintain cover numbers through a full service.
This plate is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and chef-led concepts where tableware is considered part of the overall dining experience. It is less likely to be the right choice for high-turnover casual dining where plain white crockery is more practical and cost-effective to replace.
If you are building a full table setting around the Raku range or need guidance on quantities for your cover count, the team is happy to help you think it through.
Key Features
- Oblong 202x261mm porcelain plate with reactive jade green glaze
- Each piece carries unique tonal variation from the firing technique
- Porcelain construction suitable for commercial dishwasher use
- Pack of 12 provides a practical quantity for smaller service operations
- Consistent sizing across the pack supports uniform table presentation
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive glaze adds visual character without requiring styled centrepieces
- Oblong format gives chefs a defined canvas for composed, structured plating
- Unique piece variation creates an artisan aesthetic across the table setting
- Porcelain durability reduces replacement frequency under careful daily service
- Cohesive colourway supports menu storytelling on seasonal or natural-led menus
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Dimensions
- 261(W) x 202(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 703g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A useful starting point is three to four times your cover count to allow for dishwasher turnaround during a busy sitting. A pack of 12 is better suited to supplementing an existing set or equipping a smaller operation — higher-volume sites will typically need to order multiple packs to maintain service flow without running short mid-service.
- The reactive glaze is fired into the porcelain rather than applied as a surface coating, so it holds up well to regular commercial use. As with any decorative crockery, careful stacking and handling will help preserve the finish over time — avoid steel wool or abrasive cleaning agents, which can dull the glaze.
- The variation is intentional and part of the Raku aesthetic — each plate shares the same jade green colourway and form, but carries subtle differences in glaze tone and texture. Most operators using this range do so because that variation adds character rather than despite it, and guests generally read it as a deliberate design choice rather than inconsistency.