Steelite Charcoal Dapple Coupe Bowls 290mm (Pack of 6)
Product Description
These 290mm coupe bowls are part of Steelite's Charcoal Dapple range — alumina-enriched porcelain finished with a reactive glaze that produces a naturally varied charcoal tone across the rim. Because...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 290
- Dimensions
- 290(Ø)mm
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Product Description
These 290mm coupe bowls are part of Steelite's Charcoal Dapple range — alumina-enriched porcelain finished with a reactive glaze that produces a naturally varied charcoal tone across the rim. Because the glaze reacts differently during firing, no two pieces are identical, giving each bowl a subtly individual character while the collection reads consistently on a laid table.
In practice, the coupe profile — wide, shallow, and without a defined rim lip — suits modern plating styles where the food sits cleanly at the centre of the bowl. The 290mm diameter makes it a versatile size, appropriate as a pasta bowl, a deep main plate, or a sharing dish depending on the portion and concept. The charcoal dapple finish lends itself particularly well to pale or brightly coloured dishes where contrast is part of the presentation.
From an operational standpoint, Steelite's alumina-enriched body is a practical choice for busy covers. The material is notably more resistant to chipping along edges than standard porcelain, which matters in a high-throughput wash-up environment. The bowls are fully dishwasher safe, microwave safe, and freezer safe, so they work across a range of service requirements without restriction.
- Reactive glaze gives each piece a naturally individual finish
- Durable alumina-enriched porcelain body for heavy daily use
- Coupe profile supports contemporary plating presentation
- Dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe
- Supplied as a pack of six for straightforward stock management
This range suits restaurants, bistros, and hospitality venues looking to introduce a craft or artisan aesthetic without moving away from the practicality of porcelain tableware. It sits comfortably alongside other natural-finish tableware ranges and works across both casual and more formal cover styles.
If you're building a full table setting or matching across a range of piece types, we're happy to talk through what works well together.
Key Features
- 290mm alumina-enriched porcelain coupe bowl, pack of six
- Reactive charcoal dapple glaze produces a unique finish per piece
- Coupe profile provides a wide, clean surface for modern plating
- Fully dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe for operational flexibility
- Alumina-enriched body offers enhanced chip resistance at edges
Operational Benefits
- Consistent collection appearance despite natural glaze variation between pieces
- Reduced chipping in daily wash cycles lowers replacement frequency
- Versatile sizing suits pasta, mains and sharing dishes across menu styles
- Freezer-to-service capability supports advance preparation and mise en place
- Craft aesthetic adds visual contrast with pale or colourful plated dishes
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 6
- Colour
- White
- Diameter
- 290
- Dimensions
- 290(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 7.62kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Each bowl will carry a slightly different distribution and intensity of the charcoal dapple pattern, which is inherent to how reactive glazes behave in the kiln. In practice, the variation reads as intentional and characterful rather than inconsistent — the base colour and overall aesthetic remain cohesive across pieces. If you're running a formal cover where absolute uniformity is important, it's worth viewing the range in person first.
- At 290mm the coupe bowl works well as a generous main course bowl — particularly for pasta, risotto, or dishes with a sauce component where depth and rim space both matter. It can also function as a sharing dish for smaller tables. If you're looking for a more modest individual portion size, a smaller piece within the range may be more appropriate.
- Alumina enrichment increases the density and hardness of the porcelain body, which makes the edges more resistant to the knocks and abrasion that occur in commercial rack washers and during stacking. It won't eliminate breakage entirely under heavy throughput, but operators typically see a meaningful reduction in edge chipping and surface wear compared to standard porcelain over the same service period.