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Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier Plates 190mm (Pack of 12)

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£80.85(£97.02 inc VAT)
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The Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier plate is a 190mm porcelain side or starter plate produced by Steelite. It carries a neutral reactive glaze and a subtly embossed surface that gives each piece a hand-thrown, artisan character. The range was originally designed in Australia and has since found a following in UK hospitality for its earthy, organic aesthetic.

In a front-of-house setting, plates like these tend to work hardest on starter courses, sharing plates, and desserts, where the rustic finish provides a natural contrast to colourful, ingredient-led plating. The warm, tonal glaze sits well alongside seasonal menus where natural colours — greens, ochres, deep reds — are a feature. Because the reactive glaze process means no two pieces are quite identical, the range suits venues that want to convey a handcrafted feel without sourcing bespoke pottery.

From an operational standpoint, porcelain construction keeps the plates practical for professional use:

  • Dishwasher safe, supporting high-turnover service without additional handling care
  • Microwave, freezer, and oven safe, giving flexibility across service styles
  • Consistent form across the pack of 12, suited to set covers and uniform presentation
  • Robust enough for daily commercial use while retaining a considered aesthetic

A 190mm plate sits at the smaller end of the dinner plate range, making it most appropriate as a side, starter, or small-plate course rather than a main. For operations needing a larger format within the same collection, it is worth checking what other sizes the Potters range covers before placing an order.

This plate works well in independent restaurants, bistros, boutique hotels, and any venue where the tableware is expected to complement a considered food offer. It is less suited to high-volume canteen or contract catering environments where uniformity and low replacement cost typically take priority over aesthetic character.

If you are building a full cover or want to discuss how the Potters Collection fits alongside your existing tableware, the team is happy to talk it through with you.

Frequently asked questions

Is the reactive glaze consistent across all 12 plates in the pack?

Reactive glazes are fired in a way that produces natural variation between individual pieces — this is intentional and part of the handcrafted character of the range. Within a pack, colour tone and surface detail will be broadly consistent, but minor variation from piece to piece is expected and considered part of the design.

What course or service style is the 190mm size best suited to?

At 190mm, this plate sits comfortably as a starter, side, or small-plate format rather than a main course plate. If your menu uses it as a sharing or tapas-style plate, it works well for individual portions. Operators needing a larger format for mains should check whether a bigger size is available within the Potters Collection.

How durable is this plate in a high-turnover commercial environment?

Porcelain is a reliable material for commercial tableware and handles the demands of regular dishwasher cycling well. That said, the Potters Collection is positioned as a premium aesthetic range and is most at home in restaurants, hotels, and bistros where careful handling is part of service culture. For very high-volume or canteen-style operations where chip replacement rates are a primary concern, a more utilitarian range may be a better fit.
Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier Plates 190mm (Pack of 12)

£80.85(£97.02 inc VAT)

£80.85(£97.02 inc VAT)

The Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier plate is a 190mm porcelain side or starter plate produced by Steelite. It carries a neutral reactive glaze and a subtly embossed surface that gives each piece a hand-thrown, artisan character. The range was originally designed in Australia and has since found a following in UK hospitality for its earthy, organic aesthetic.

In a front-of-house setting, plates like these tend to work hardest on starter courses, sharing plates, and desserts, where the rustic finish provides a natural contrast to colourful, ingredient-led plating. The warm, tonal glaze sits well alongside seasonal menus where natural colours — greens, ochres, deep reds — are a feature. Because the reactive glaze process means no two pieces are quite identical, the range suits venues that want to convey a handcrafted feel without sourcing bespoke pottery.

From an operational standpoint, porcelain construction keeps the plates practical for professional use:

  • Dishwasher safe, supporting high-turnover service without additional handling care
  • Microwave, freezer, and oven safe, giving flexibility across service styles
  • Consistent form across the pack of 12, suited to set covers and uniform presentation
  • Robust enough for daily commercial use while retaining a considered aesthetic

A 190mm plate sits at the smaller end of the dinner plate range, making it most appropriate as a side, starter, or small-plate course rather than a main. For operations needing a larger format within the same collection, it is worth checking what other sizes the Potters range covers before placing an order.

This plate works well in independent restaurants, bistros, boutique hotels, and any venue where the tableware is expected to complement a considered food offer. It is less suited to high-volume canteen or contract catering environments where uniformity and low replacement cost typically take priority over aesthetic character.

If you are building a full cover or want to discuss how the Potters Collection fits alongside your existing tableware, the team is happy to talk it through with you.