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Mezze Dish | Simmer Dish | 140mm Porcelain Sharing Plate | Churchill Rustics DK994
£67.50
/ exc vat
£81.00/ inc vat
- Vitrified Stoneware
- Rustic Brown Glaze
- High Thermal Shock Resistance
- Commercial Dishwasher Safe
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Product Overview
Thinking about how to give your sides, starters, and sharing plates a bit more personality? Meet the Churchill Rustics Simmer Dish. This isn't just any old bowl; it's a beautifully crafted piece of stoneware in a warm, earthy brown, designed to make your food look as good as it tastes. Its rustic charm brings an authentic, on-trend feel straight to the tabletop, making it a firm favourite for establishments that value presentation.
Crafted for the hustle and bustle of professional kitchens, this 140mm porcelain sharing plate is perfect for everyone from bustling gastropubs and trendy tapas bars to hotel restaurants. It’s the ideal size for serving everything from sizzling prawns and patatas bravas to gourmet sides and individual desserts. The robust, vitrified stoneware body is built to withstand the rigours of daily service, offering a fantastic blend of style and substance.
Beyond its good looks, this dish is a true workhorse. It boasts high thermal shock resistance, meaning it can go from a hot oven directly to the table without a fuss. Plus, it's completely safe for the dishwasher, microwave, and freezer, giving your team maximum flexibility and making cleanup a doddle. It’s the perfect way to add a touch of rustic elegance while maintaining the high performance your kitchen demands.
Key Features and Benefits
- Vitrified Stoneware: Resists chips and cracks, saving you money on replacements.
- Rustic Brown Glaze: Gives a warm, authentic, and on-trend look to dishes.
- High Thermal Shock Resistance: Go from the oven to the table safely without cracking.
- Commercial Dishwasher Safe: Makes post-service cleanup quick, easy, and incredibly efficient.
- Microwave Safe: Allows you to reheat sauces or dishes directly in the bowl.
- Freezer Safe: Perfect for prepping dishes or storing ingredients ahead of service.
- 140mm Diameter: An ideal size for individual sides, tapas, or sharing starters.
- Fully Glazed Foot: Prevents scratching when stacking, protecting your other tableware investment.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Churchill
- SKU: DK994
- Colour: Brown
- Material: Super Vitrified Stoneware
- Capacity: 313ml / 11oz
- Dimensions: 140(Ø)mm / 5.5(Ø)"
- Pack Quantity: 6
- Weight (Box): 1.74 kg
- Features: Dishwasher Safe, Microwave Safe, Freezer Safe, Oven Safe
Expert Review and Insights
The Churchill Rustics range nails the sweet spot between rustic, hand-finished charm and the sheer toughness needed for commercial use. This simmer dish feels special in the hand and provides a fantastic, earthy backdrop for food, perfectly tapping into the popular 'farm-to-table' aesthetic that so many diners love. It's a smart choice for any venue wanting to elevate its presentation effortlessly.
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- Pro: The hand-finished look adds real character without compromising on professional-grade toughness.
- Con: Its unique, reactive glaze means slight colour variations exist between pieces.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
"The Old Mill" in Aberfeldy, Scotland, needed to refresh its tableware to better match its cosy, rustic interior. They were using standard white porcelain ramekins for sides, which felt clinical and didn't hold heat well during busy weekend services.
"These Churchill simmer dishes have totally lifted our table presentation. They're tough as old boots but look fantastic, and our regulars have really noticed the difference in quality. They just feel right for the food we serve."
Ewan McGregor – Head Chef
The dishes' superior heat retention from the oven drastically reduced instances of customers receiving lukewarm sides, improving satisfaction during peak hours.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon arrival, carefully unpack and inspect each dish for any damage that may have occurred in transit.
- Before their first use, run the dishes through a full cycle in your commercial dishwasher to ensure they are pristine.
- When stacking, the fully glazed foot helps prevent scratching, allowing for safe and space-efficient storage.
Keeping It Going
- These dishes are designed for commercial dishwashers, ensuring a hygienic clean every time.
- To protect the beautiful glaze, avoid using harsh metal scourers or overly abrasive cleaning powders.
- Although extremely tough, try to avoid dropping them from a height onto hard floors.
- The high thermal shock resistance allows for oven-to-table use, but avoid extreme temperature changes like transferring directly from a freezer to a hot oven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these dishes truly oven safe?
A: Yes, they are manufactured with high thermal shock resistance, making them perfectly suitable for oven-to-table service.
Q: What does 'vitrified' actually mean?
A: It's a high-temperature firing process that makes the stoneware non-porous (like glass), which makes it stronger, more hygienic, and resistant to stains and odours.
Q: Can I put these in the microwave?
A: Absolutely. They are fully microwave safe, ideal for quickly reheating sauces, sides, or dips.
Q: How many dishes are included in one pack?
A: These are sold in a pack of 6 dishes, perfect for stocking up your service.
Q: Will the brown colour fade after many washes in a commercial dishwasher?
A: No, the durable glaze on this Churchill sharing platter is specifically designed to withstand the rigours of repeated commercial dishwashing cycles without fading.
Q: Is the base of the dish rough and will it scratch my tables?
A: No, it features a fully glazed foot, which provides a smooth surface to prevent scratching tables or other plates when stacked.
Q: What kind of dishes is this 140mm size best for?
A: It's an incredibly versatile size, ideal for individual portions of sides, tapas, starters like a mezze dish porcelain, or serving hot dips and sauces.
Q: Are all the dishes in a pack identical?
A: Due to the reactive glaze that gives them their unique charm, you can expect very slight, subtle variations in the finish from piece to piece.
The Churchill Promise: Heritage and Hardiness in Every Piece
When you choose a Churchill product, you're not just buying tableware; you're investing in over 200 years of British pottery innovation. Made in Stoke-on-Trent, the heart of the potteries, each piece carries a legacy of quality and performance. The 'Super Vitrified' body is a result of centuries of refinement, creating one of the strongest ceramic materials in the world. For a business owner, this translates directly to lower long-term costs through fewer breakages and replacements. The Rustics range perfectly demonstrates Churchill's ability to blend this legendary durability with on-trend, desirable aesthetics. It provides the confidence that your investment will not only survive the daily rigours of service but will continue to impress your customers for years to come.
Explore more from ChurchillWhat 'Vitrified' Actually Means for Your Kitchen
Ever wondered what makes professional tableware so much tougher than the stuff you have at home? Often, the secret is 'vitrification'. This is a process where the stoneware is fired at an incredibly high temperature until the clay particles fuse together and become completely non-porous, almost like glass.
Think of it like turning a regular sponge into a solid, waterproof pebble. A normal plate might absorb a tiny amount of water, oil, or sauce over time, which can lead to staining, harbouring bacteria, and weakening the plate. A vitrified porcelain mezze serving plate like this one is completely sealed. This means it won't absorb flavours or odours, and it's far more resilient against the daily knocks, chips, and scrapes of a commercial kitchen, making it more hygienic and longer-lasting.
Who Should Buy This?
Gastropubs & Bistros
An excellent choice for serving upmarket sides like triple-cooked chips, creamy mash, or simmering garlic prawns.
Tapas & Mezze Bars
The perfect vessel for a varied menu, beautifully presenting everything from patatas bravas and chorizo to hummus and olives.
Hotel Restaurants
A stylish and durable option for serving individual starters, sophisticated desserts, or accompaniments with room service orders.
Farm Shops & Cafés
The rustic aesthetic perfectly complements wholesome, locally-sourced menus and elevates simple dishes with a touch of class.
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