Churchill Stonecast Patina Deep Purple Chefs' Oblong Plate 298mm x12
Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Patina Chefs' Oblong Plate is part of Churchill's Stonecast Patina collection — a range of super vitrified tableware with a deliberately aged, textured surface finish. The Deep...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 298(L) x 153(W)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 7kg
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Product Description
The Churchill Stonecast Patina Chefs' Oblong Plate is part of Churchill's Stonecast Patina collection — a range of super vitrified tableware with a deliberately aged, textured surface finish. The Deep Purple colourway draws on tones found in natural stone and weathered materials, and the reactive glaze means each piece carries subtle surface variation. No two plates will be identical, which is an intentional characteristic of the range rather than a quality inconsistency.
Super vitrified construction gives these plates considerably better durability than standard porcelain. They are built to withstand the daily pressures of commercial service — repeated passes through commercial dishwashers, the stresses of stacking, and the handling that comes with high-cover operations. The oblong format at 298mm provides a useful plating surface for starters, sharing plates, or tasting portions, and the shape gives chefs room to work with more considered presentation styles.
- Super vitrified body offers strong resistance to chipping and cracking in daily service
- Intentional glaze variation gives each plate an artisan character suited to considered table settings
- Oblong format works well for starters, sides, amuse-bouche, and tasting presentations
- Sold in packs of 12, which suits par-stock purchasing and phased roll-out
- Deep purple finish complements both dark and neutral linen palettes
Operators should note that the natural variation between pieces is a defining feature of the range. Those requiring strict visual uniformity across every cover may find it worth discussing expectations before ordering in volume. As with any reactive glaze, it is sensible to view samples or confirm the finish aligns with your front-of-house style before committing to a full order.
This plate is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and catering operations where tableware contributes to the dining experience. If you are building a full table setting within the Stonecast Patina range or working out quantities across formats, the team is happy to talk through what works best for your operation.
Key Features
- Super vitrified construction for enhanced chip and crack resistance
- Reactive Deep Purple glaze with intentional natural variation between pieces
- 298mm oblong format provides a versatile surface for plated presentations
- Sold in cases of 12 to support par-stock and volume purchasing
- Dishwasher-safe build rated for repeated commercial washing cycles
Operational Benefits
- Reduces breakage costs compared to standard porcelain in high-volume service
- Adds artisan table character without requiring bespoke or handmade tableware
- Oblong shape supports creative plating styles that lift starter and tasting courses
- Case-quantity purchasing simplifies stock management and replacement planning
- Consistent durability helps maintain presentation standards throughout a long service
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Dimensions
- 298(L) x 153(W)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Weight
- 7kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the variation in the reactive glaze is a deliberate feature of the Stonecast Patina range and is part of its appeal. Pieces will share the same overall colourway and character, but no two plates will be identical. For most restaurant and hotel environments this adds to the artisan quality of the setting, but if strict uniformity across every cover is a requirement, it is worth discussing with the team before placing a volume order.
- Super vitrified china is fired at a higher density than standard porcelain, which makes it significantly more resistant to chipping, cracking, and the mechanical stresses of commercial dishwashers and daily stacking. It is a practical choice for operations running multiple sittings where tableware takes consistent heavy use.
- The oblong shape at 298mm works well for starters, amuse-bouche, sharing portions, and tasting menu courses where the elongated canvas suits more structured plating. It is less suited to main course service where a larger round or square plate would typically be the operational choice.