{"product_id":"churchill-igneous-rimmed-plates-natural-280mm-6-pack","title":"Churchill Igneous Natural Rimmed Plates 280mm (Pack of 6)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Churchill Igneous range sits within the Art de Cuisine collection and draws its character from hand-thrown pottery — each piece carrying a ribbed embossed texture, a subtly exposed base, and an artisanal glaze that gives depth and variation to the finish. These 280mm rimmed plates work well as a main course plate across a wide range of table settings, from casual dining to more considered restaurant presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from super vitrified ceramic, the body is considerably more robust than standard earthenware or entry-level porcelain. In a busy service environment that means better resistance to chipping along the rim, stronger thermal shock tolerance when plates move rapidly between heat lamps, dishwashers, and table service, and reasonable heat retention that helps dishes hold temperature during the journey from pass to guest. The natural finish also conceals minor surface marks that can dull the appearance of glossy white plates over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom an operational standpoint, the Igneous plates offer several practical advantages for hospitality teams:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe for straightforward, high-frequency turnaround\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave and oven safe, supporting flexible service styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured glaze adds visual interest without requiring additional garnish or staging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRimmed profile gives chefs a defined well for plating control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in sixes, making stock rotation and batch replacement straightforward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese plates are well suited to independent restaurants, hotel dining rooms, gastro pubs, and event caterers looking for tableware that carries a handcrafted aesthetic without the fragility or cost of genuine artisan ceramics. For very high-volume sites turning covers rapidly through multiple sittings, it is worth considering heavier-duty alternatives within the commercial vitrified range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are specifying tableware across a full table setting or need guidance on quantities for your cover count, the team is happy to help you work through what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Churchill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58198420914558,"sku":"FF407","price":74.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/ff407_npi26-1.jpg?v=1791820048","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/products\/churchill-igneous-rimmed-plates-natural-280mm-6-pack","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}