Churchill Stonecast Coupe Plates Blueberry 288mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is one of the more recognisable tableware collections in UK hospitality, and the 288mm coupe plate in Blueberry is a well-established choice for operators who want...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Diameter
- 288
- Dimensions
- 288(Ø)mm | 11¼(Ø)"
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast range is one of the more recognisable tableware collections in UK hospitality, and the 288mm coupe plate in Blueberry is a well-established choice for operators who want something with visual character without resorting to heavily decorative crockery. The coupe profile — shallow, wide, with no defined rim — gives chefs a generous canvas for plating, and the 288mm diameter makes it a practical size for main courses across most menu styles.
Each plate is produced in vitrified porcelain with a reactive flecked glaze and a contrasting painted rim, giving it the appearance of a hand-thrown piece. In practice, this means no two plates are identical, which works in favour of venues aiming for a considered, artisan aesthetic. The Blueberry colourway is muted enough to complement both light and richly coloured dishes without competing with the food.
From an operational standpoint, the Stonecast range is designed to hold up in busy environments. Key practical points include:
- Vitrified porcelain construction for durability in commercial dishwasher cycles
- Fully glazed foot allows safe stacking to maximise storage space
- Five-year edge chip warranty — a reliable indicator of build quality for front-of-house use
- Consistent sizing across the range supports mixed plate service on the same table
- Sold in packs of 12, suited to building or replenishing a working cover set
These plates are well suited to restaurants, boutique hotels, gastropubs, and café-bistros where tableware presentation matters. They are a considered choice rather than a budget option, and the pack size reflects front-of-house use rather than bulk catering. Operators running high-turnover, canteen-style service may find a more standard porcelain better suited to their throughput requirements.
If you are building a full table setting or want to discuss which pieces from the Stonecast range work together for your covers, our team is happy to help you plan it properly.
Key Features
- 288mm coupe profile provides generous plating surface for main courses
- Reactive flecked glaze creates a distinctive hand-thrown appearance per piece
- Fully glazed foot enables safe stacking in commercial storage conditions
- Vitrified porcelain construction rated for repeated commercial dishwasher use
- Five-year edge chip warranty included as standard across the Stonecast range
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive finish supports premium table presentation without heavy decoration
- Consistent plate sizing simplifies service across multi-course and sharing menus
- Durable build reduces replacement frequency in high-turnover front-of-house use
- Muted Blueberry colourway complements both pale and richly coloured dishes
- Pack of 12 allows practical cover building or straightforward stock replenishment
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Diameter
- 288
- Dimensions
- 288(Ø)mm | 11¼(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Vitrified Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 11kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The reactive glaze process means each plate will show slight natural variation in tone and fleck pattern — this is intentional and characteristic of the Stonecast range. In practice, the plates read as a coherent set on the table, but operators expecting uniform, identical pieces should be aware that variation is part of the aesthetic rather than a quality issue.
- Vitrified porcelain is the standard material for commercial front-of-house tableware and handles repeated dishwasher cycling well. The five-year edge chip warranty reflects Churchill's confidence in the build quality under normal service conditions. That said, the Stonecast range is positioned as a premium tableware option and is generally better suited to mid-to-high-end hospitality settings than fast-turnaround, canteen-style operations.
- Yes — the Stonecast Blueberry collection includes a range of plate shapes, bowls, and serving pieces that share the same glaze and colourway, making it straightforward to build a coordinated table setting. If you are planning a full cover or want to confirm which pieces are available in this colourway, our team can advise on what works together.