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Sauce Dish | Churchill Stonecast X Squared | 3oz Duck Egg Blue | Churchill DK517
£98.27
/ exc vat
£117.92/ inc vat
- Vitrified Ceramic Body
- Hand-Finished Design
- Duck Egg Blue Colourwash
- 5-Year Edge Chip Warranty
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Product Overview
Thinking of giving your table presentation a bit of a lift? This gorgeous Churchill Stonecast X Squared sauce dish brings a touch of rustic elegance and contemporary design to any setting. Finished in a calming Duck Egg Blue, its unique square shape and hand-applied colourwash make it a standout piece for serving everything from rich jus and tangy dips to individual portions of butter or olives. It’s the perfect blend of homespun charm and professional-grade quality.
Designed with the bustling British gastropub, trendy bistro, and high-end café in mind, this dish is far more than just a pretty face. It’s crafted from Churchill’s renowned vitrified ceramic, making it incredibly tough and resistant to the knocks and scrapes of daily service. It’s also completely dishwasher and microwave safe, so it won’t cause any headaches for your kitchen porters or chefs when things get busy.
With a generous 5-year edge chip warranty, you’re not just buying a dish; you’re investing in tableware that’s built to last. The hand-finished detailing means no two pieces are exactly alike, giving your service a unique, artisanal feel that customers will notice. It's an effortless way to elevate your food's presentation and make every detail on the plate count.
Key Features and Benefits
- Vitrified Ceramic Body: Exceptionally strong, resisting chips, stains, and scratches beautifully.
- Hand-Finished Design: Each dish has a unique, authentic, and rustic appeal.
- Duck Egg Blue Colourwash: Adds a soft, contemporary, and very popular colour.
- 5-Year Edge Chip Warranty: Your investment is protected, offering fantastic long-term value.
- Dishwasher Safe: Makes for quick and easy cleaning during busy shifts.
- Microwave Safe: Perfect for quickly warming up sauces or butter portions.
- Fully Glazed Foot: Prevents scratching when stacked with other plates and bowls.
- Unique X Squared Shape: A modern alternative to standard round ramekins for presentation.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Churchill
- SKU: DK517
- Box Quantity: 12
- Dimensions: 80(W) x 80(D) mm
- Capacity: 88ml / 3oz
- Colour: Duck Egg Blue
- Material: Super Vitrified Ceramic
- Finish: Hand-finished with colourwash and painted edge
- Warranty: 5-Year Edge Chip Warranty
- Features: Dishwasher Safe, Microwave Safe
Expert Review and Insights
Churchill's Stonecast range continues to be a top choice for chefs wanting to tap into the 'artisan' dining trend. This duck egg blue sauce dish is a perfect example; the colour is bang on-trend, and the square shape feels modern. It has a reassuring weight without being clunky, and the finish genuinely looks and feels handcrafted, adding value to whatever you serve in it.
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- Best Feature: The texture and colour provide an amazing backdrop for sauces and dips.
- Consideration: Hand-finishing creates slight variations, which might not suit establishments wanting absolute uniformity.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Star & Garter, a bustling pub in the historic heart of York, wanted to refresh their tabletop to better reflect their high-quality, locally-sourced menu. They replaced their standard white porcelain ramekins with the Churchill Stonecast X Squared sauce dishes in Duck Egg Blue.
"The difference was immediate. The new dishes make even a simple portion of tartare sauce look like part of a carefully curated dish. Our customers have commented on them, and they just feel so much more premium and substantial. They’ve really helped lift our whole presentation game."
Robert Davies – Head Chef
The upgrade contributed to a more refined dining experience, helping to support a successful menu relaunch and reinforcing the pub's reputation for quality.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon delivery, carefully unbox and inspect each dish for any transit damage.
- Before first use, run all the dishes through a full dishwasher cycle to remove any dust or residue from manufacturing and shipping.
- Decide on a dedicated, easy-to-reach storage spot in your kitchen to minimise handling time during service.
Keeping It Going
- Stack carefully, ensuring you don't overload the stacks to prevent toppling and chipping. The glazed foot helps prevent scratches.
- When washing, use a non-abrasive detergent to protect the unique glaze and colour over time.
- Although covered by a warranty, give them a quick visual check when unloading the dishwasher to catch any potential issues early.
- Avoid using metal scourers; a soft sponge or the dishwasher is all that's needed to clean them perfectly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is every dish identical in colour?
A: No. As each Churchill DK517 sauce dish is hand-finished, you can expect slight, subtle variations in the colourwash and speckle pattern, which adds to their unique, rustic charm.
Q: What does the 5-year edge chip warranty actually cover?
A: It covers chipping to the rim of the dish that occurs during normal food service and washing conditions. It's a mark of the product's quality and durability.
Q: How well do they retain heat?
A: The vitrified ceramic material provides excellent heat retention, keeping your sauces and accompaniments warmer for longer after leaving the kitchen.
Q: Can I stack these high?
A: They stack securely. However, we always recommend stacking to a safe and manageable height to prevent accidents and ensure stability.
Q: Are they heavy?
A: They have a reassuring weight that communicates quality to the customer, but are not overly heavy for staff to carry in multiples.
Q: Is the colour likely to fade after many dishwasher cycles?
A: No, the colour is protected under the glaze, ensuring it remains vibrant and will not fade even after thousands of washes.
Q: Are they safe to put in a salamander grill or oven?
A: They are microwave-safe for reheating, but direct, high-temperature heat from an oven or salamander is not recommended for this specific range.
Q: Is the material safe for food contact?
A: Absolutely. Churchill crockery meets all EU and UK standards for food safety, containing no harmful levels of lead or cadmium.
The Churchill Promise: A Legacy of British Craftsmanship
Choosing Churchill for your tableware goes far beyond the item in the box. You're tapping into over 200 years of British pottery expertise, forged in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent. This heritage isn't just for show; it translates into an obsessive focus on quality and durability that busy caterers rely on. A Churchill Stonecast X Squared sauce dish is designed to withstand the relentless cycle of service, washing, and stacking. The 'Super Vitrified' body is one of the toughest in the world, meaning fewer chips, less breakage, and lower long-term replacement costs for your business. This is commercial stoneware sauce dish engineering at its finest, delivering a consistent, reliable, and beautiful product that enhances your food and protects your bottom line, service after service.
Explore more from ChurchillWhy 'Vitrified Ceramic' Is a Kitchen's Best Friend
You see 'vitrified ceramic' mentioned a lot, but what does it actually mean for your business? Think of it like this: during manufacturing, the ceramic is fired at an incredibly high temperature (over 1200°C). This process melts the clay and minerals, turning them into a single, glass-like (vitreous) layer that is non-porous. It’s like transforming a standard brick into a solid piece of granite. This means the Churchill duck egg blue ramekin won't absorb water, oils, or strong odours from food. The result is a far more hygienic, stain-resistant, and incredibly durable piece of commercial stoneware that stands up to constant washing and use without weakening.
Who Should Buy This?
- Gastropubs & Bistros: Perfect for serving artisanal ketchup, aioli, or jus alongside main courses and signature burgers.
- Artisan Cafés: An ideal vessel for individual portions of jam, clotted cream, or butter for scones and toast.
- Hotel Restaurants: A stylish and durable choice for room service trays or for serving condiments during breakfast service.
- Modern Eateries: Use them for creative sides like kimchi, pickles, or flavour-packed dipping sauces for sharing plates.
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