{"product_id":"aps-element-squared-melamine-bowl","title":"APS Element Squared Melamine Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe APS Element squared bowl is a melamine serving piece designed for buffet presentation and table-top food display. The concrete-effect finish gives it a contemporary, muted appearance that sits comfortably alongside modern plating and display styles without drawing attention away from the food itself. It comes in two sizes: 190x190mm (1.5Ltr) and 250x250mm (3Ltr). Choose your size from the dropdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelamine is a well-established material in commercial catering for good reason. It is noticeably more durable than ceramic or porcelain in high-turnover buffet environments, where pieces are handled frequently, stacked and moved between service areas. It is also appreciably lighter than ceramic, which matters when staff are setting up and breaking down counters under time pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete-effect finish suits contemporary buffet and display styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelamine construction handles repeated stacking and handling without damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare format makes efficient use of counter and display space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight enough for easy repositioning during service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to wipe down and keep clean between service periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelamine is not suitable for microwave use or oven reheating, so these bowls are intended for ambient or cold food display rather than hot-hold applications. For hot buffet use, a chafing dish or a different material would be more appropriate. Repeated high-temperature dishwasher cycles can dull the finish over time. Dimensions and weights for each size are in the specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1.5Ltr bowl suits side dishes and condiments, and the 3Ltr bowl suits side salads, bread rolls and larger accompaniment portions. Both suit hotels, corporate catering, event caterers and restaurant buffet counters where presentation consistency matters, and both fit alongside other pieces in the APS Element range. Prices differ by size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you would like a hand selecting the right pieces for your buffet setup, our team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"APS","offers":[{"title":"190x190mm 1.5Ltr","offer_id":46833668325693,"sku":"FB810","price":27.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250x250mm 3Ltr","offer_id":58432676430206,"sku":"FB811","price":40.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/products\/35c5595321c30d173695fc13a7ec3f40.jpg?v=1692702420","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/products\/aps-element-squared-melamine-bowl","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}