Churchill Stonecast Aqueous Coupe Plates Bayou Taupe 217mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Aqueous Coupe Plate in Bayou Taupe is a porcelain coupe plate with a reactive glaze finish that pools naturally during firing, creating subtle tonal variation across each...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Diameter
- 217
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Aqueous Coupe Plate in Bayou Taupe is a porcelain coupe plate with a reactive glaze finish that pools naturally during firing, creating subtle tonal variation across each piece. Because no two plates emerge from the kiln identically, the range suits operators who want a considered, individual look on the table without the complexity of hand-painted or heavily decorated ware. The coupe profile — a shallow, rimless form — keeps the focus on the food rather than the plate itself.
At 217mm, the plate works well for starters, light mains, and sharing dishes in casual dining, bistro, and restaurant settings. The porcelain construction handles the demands of commercial service reliably: the glazed foot reduces surface scratching during stacking, and the material is rated for both dishwasher and microwave use, which fits neatly into standard back-of-house warewashing and finishing workflows without special handling.
- Reactive glaze adds visual depth without pattern or print
- Coupe profile presents food cleanly and without distraction
- Dishwasher safe for high-cycle commercial warewashing
- Microwave safe for reheating and service finishing
- Glazed foot reduces wear and scratching during stacking and storage
Operators building a full table setting will find coordinating pieces available across the Stonecast Aqueous range, making it straightforward to create a consistent look across multiple plate sizes, bowls, and serving pieces. For sites running larger covers or more generously portioned plates, it is worth considering whether a larger diameter would give chefs more working space on the plate.
If you are putting together a new scheme or working out pack quantities for your cover count, the team is happy to help you think it through.
Key Features
- Reactive glaze fired finish creates natural tonal variation across each plate
- 217mm coupe profile suits starters, light mains, and sharing plates
- Porcelain construction rated for high-cycle commercial dishwasher use
- Microwave safe for reheating and service-stage finishing
- Glazed foot protects stacking surfaces and reduces scratching in storage
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive reactive glaze reduces reliance on decorative pattern or print
- Rimless coupe form keeps plate presentation clean during plated service
- Dishwasher compatibility supports fast turnaround in busy warewashing cycles
- Microwave safety streamlines finishing workflows without changing plate mid-service
- Coordinates across the Stonecast Aqueous range for a consistent table setting
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Diameter
- 217
- Dimensions
- 217(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 551g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A general starting point is two to three plates per cover, depending on your table turn rate and how quickly your warewashing cycle returns clean stock to the pass. High-volume or fast-turn sites often find three plates per cover gives enough buffer during peak service. If you are unsure, the team can help you work out a sensible opening quantity.
- For most casual dining and bistro applications, 217mm works well for starters and lighter mains. If your chefs are plating more elaborate dishes or generous portions, a larger diameter may give more working space and prevent elements crowding the rim. The Stonecast Aqueous range is available in additional sizes, so it is worth reviewing the full range if presentation space matters for your menu.
- Churchill's porcelain tableware is produced for commercial foodservice use and is designed to withstand regular high-cycle dishwasher use. As with any reactive or textured glaze, the finish is best maintained by avoiding abrasive cleaning agents and excessively stacking heavy items directly on the plate surface. The glazed foot is a practical detail that helps reduce surface wear during stacking and storage between services.