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Churchill Alchemy Melamine Large Handled Paddle Granite 610x130mm

SKU: DB120

£129.00(£154.80 inc VAT)
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The Churchill Alchemy Large Handled Paddle is a melamine serving piece finished in a granite effect. At 610x130mm it provides a generous surface for sharing-style presentation — charcuterie, bread service, small bites, or composed sharing plates — and the handle makes it practical for both static buffet display and passed service during table or event catering.

Melamine at this scale is a practical alternative to ceramic or slate where operators want a tactile, natural-looking finish without the associated weight or fragility. The granite effect sits comfortably within the informal, rustic presentation style common in casual dining and gastro pub environments, and the finish holds up well under the repeated handling that buffet settings demand.

From an operational standpoint, melamine is straightforward to maintain in a busy kitchen:

  • Lighter than equivalent ceramic pieces, reducing handling fatigue across a busy service
  • Resistant to chipping under normal use — more forgiving than slate or porcelain in high-turnover buffet settings
  • Easy to wipe down between services, supporting a clean presentation throughout the day
  • Sits within the broader Alchemy range, making it straightforward to coordinate across multiple tableware pieces

There are a few practical points worth noting. Melamine is not suitable for oven or microwave use, and high-temperature dishwasher cycles can affect the surface finish over time. It is worth checking wash temperatures against Churchill's own guidance before committing to a full cover count.

This paddle is well suited to casual dining restaurants, hotel buffets, event and hospitality catering, and any operation built around sharing-style or informal service formats. For operators specifying tableware across a full dining scheme, the Alchemy collection offers coordinating shapes and sizes.

If you are building out a tableware range and want to talk through quantities or how this piece fits a broader scheme, the team is glad to help.

Frequently asked questions

Is this paddle suitable for dishwasher use in a commercial kitchen?

Melamine is generally dishwasher safe, but high-temperature cycles — common in commercial glasswashers and dishwashers — can degrade the surface finish over time. It is worth checking Churchill's recommended wash temperatures before putting these through a high-heat programme regularly.

Can this paddle be used for hot food service?

Melamine is not suitable for oven or microwave use and is best used for ambient or cold food presentation — charcuterie, bread, cold sharing plates, and similar. It is not designed to hold hot dishes directly from the kitchen.

How does this fit into a broader buffet or sharing-plate tableware scheme?

The Alchemy range from Churchill includes a variety of coordinating shapes, sizes, and formats in the same granite effect finish, so it is straightforward to build a consistent presentation across a full buffet or sharing menu. If you are specifying across a larger cover count or event setup, it is worth speaking to the team to make sure the pieces work together as a cohesive scheme.
Churchill Alchemy Melamine Large Handled Paddle Granite 610x130mm

£129.00(£154.80 inc VAT)

£129.00(£154.80 inc VAT)

The Churchill Alchemy Large Handled Paddle is a melamine serving piece finished in a granite effect. At 610x130mm it provides a generous surface for sharing-style presentation — charcuterie, bread service, small bites, or composed sharing plates — and the handle makes it practical for both static buffet display and passed service during table or event catering.

Melamine at this scale is a practical alternative to ceramic or slate where operators want a tactile, natural-looking finish without the associated weight or fragility. The granite effect sits comfortably within the informal, rustic presentation style common in casual dining and gastro pub environments, and the finish holds up well under the repeated handling that buffet settings demand.

From an operational standpoint, melamine is straightforward to maintain in a busy kitchen:

  • Lighter than equivalent ceramic pieces, reducing handling fatigue across a busy service
  • Resistant to chipping under normal use — more forgiving than slate or porcelain in high-turnover buffet settings
  • Easy to wipe down between services, supporting a clean presentation throughout the day
  • Sits within the broader Alchemy range, making it straightforward to coordinate across multiple tableware pieces

There are a few practical points worth noting. Melamine is not suitable for oven or microwave use, and high-temperature dishwasher cycles can affect the surface finish over time. It is worth checking wash temperatures against Churchill's own guidance before committing to a full cover count.

This paddle is well suited to casual dining restaurants, hotel buffets, event and hospitality catering, and any operation built around sharing-style or informal service formats. For operators specifying tableware across a full dining scheme, the Alchemy collection offers coordinating shapes and sizes.

If you are building out a tableware range and want to talk through quantities or how this piece fits a broader scheme, the team is glad to help.