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Dipping Pot | Kiln Collection | 70ml Ceramic Serving Bowl | Olympia GP352
£34.56
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£41.47/ inc vat
- Reactive Glaze Finish
- Hand-Painted Rims
- Vitrified Porcelain Body
- Fully Dishwasher Safe
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Product Overview
Looking to bring a touch of rustic charm and personality to your tabletops? This beautiful Olympia GP352 ceramic dipping pot from the Kiln collection is your answer. With its distinctive blue reactive glaze, every single pot is a unique piece of art, perfect for serving everything from rich aioli and spicy salsa to olive oil or individual portions of butter. It’s a simple way to make a big impression.
Crafted for the demanding environment of a professional kitchen, this isn't just a pretty face. Made from incredibly tough vitrified porcelain that meets the BS4034 standard, it's built to withstand the knocks and bumps of a busy service. It’s also fully dishwasher and microwave safe, blending stunning aesthetics with the practical functionality every caterer needs. It’s the perfect small ceramic bowl for condiments and more.
Whether you're a bustling gastropub, a stylish bistro, or a hotel aiming to impress, this 70ml ceramic serving bowl delivers on all fronts. It adds a premium, artisan feel that elevates your food presentation, telling a story of quality and care from the moment it's placed on the table. It's time to ditch the plain old ramekins and give your dips the dish they deserve.
Key Features and Benefits
- Reactive Glaze Finish: Guarantees that every single piece has its own unique character.
- Hand-Painted Rims: Adds a final, personal touch of artisan quality and detail.
- Vitrified Porcelain Body: Makes it incredibly tough and resistant to chips and cracks.
- Fully Dishwasher Safe: Saves precious time on washing up during and after service.
- Microwave Safe: Offers brilliant flexibility for heating sauces, butter, or ingredients.
- Perfect 70ml Capacity: The ideal size for individual portions of dips and sauces.
- Meets BS4034 Standard: Guarantees professional-grade durability for busy commercial hospitality use.
- Unique Blue Colourway: Provides a stunning, rustic backdrop that makes food colours pop.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Olympia Kiln
- SKU: GP352
- Box Quantity: 12
- Capacity: 70ml / 2.46oz
- Dimensions: 62(H) x 100(Ø) mm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Vitrified Porcelain
- Weight (per box): 1.38kg
- Features: Dishwasher Safe, Microwave Safe, Reactive Glaze, Hand-Painted Rims
- Standards: Conforms to BS4034 for Vitrified Hotelware
Expert Review and Insights
The Olympia Kiln range consistently hits the mark for venues wanting that on-trend, rustic-modern feel. This dipping pot is no exception. It feels substantial and looks far more expensive than it is, bridging the gap between mass-produced tableware and bespoke pottery. Its real strength lies in being both beautiful and completely practical for day-to-day service.
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- Standout Presentation: The unique glaze makes even simple condiments look high-end.
- Charming Inconsistency: The unique finish means they won't be perfectly uniform in pattern.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Gilded Pheasant, a countryside restaurant near Harrogate, North Yorkshire, wanted to enhance their table presentation to better reflect their 'farm-to-fork' ethos. Their standard white porcelain felt sterile and didn't match the vibrant, rustic dishes they were creating.
"These little pots were a revelation. They have so much character and our customers are always commenting on them. They make the whole table feel more curated and special, and they've survived our hectic weekend services without a single chip."
Michael Davies – Owner & Manager
The switch contributed to a noticeable uplift in social media tags, with diners frequently photographing the tableware as part of their meal, effectively increasing organic marketing reach.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Unpacking and First Use
- Before their first outing, give the pots a quick wash in warm, soapy water or a run through the dishwasher.
- Check each piece carefully upon unboxing to ensure they've arrived in perfect condition.
- The vitrified porcelain is non-porous, so there's no need to season or pre-treat them.
Keeping It Going
- To preserve the beautiful glaze, avoid using harsh metal scourers or highly abrasive cleaning agents.
- Ensure pots are completely dry before stacking to prevent water spots and maintain hygiene.
- While very durable, try to avoid extreme and sudden temperature changes (e.g., taking it from a fridge directly into a very hot oven).
- Stack carefully, especially in a busy environment, to protect the lovely hand-painted rims from accidental knocks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are all these dipping pots identical in appearance?
A: No, and that's their main appeal! The reactive glaze process ensures that each pot has a unique pattern and finish, so no two are exactly the same.
Q: What exactly does 'vitrified porcelain' mean?
A: It's a strengthening process where the porcelain is fired at a very high temperature. This makes it non-porous (so it won't absorb flavours or odours), much stronger, and more resistant to chipping.
Q: What is the capacity of one pot?
A: Each pot has a capacity of 70ml (or 2.46oz), making it an ideal restaurant dipping dish for individual portions.
Q: Can I use these under a high-heat salamander grill?
A: While they are microwave-safe for reheating, we don't recommend using them under intense, direct overhead heat like a salamander as it may cause thermal shock.
Q: How durable are the hand-painted rims?
A: The rims are part of the overall durable design. As the whole pot is made from tough vitrified porcelain, they are designed to withstand the rigours of a commercial environment.
Q: Are they easy to store?
A: Yes, they are designed to be stackable, which helps to save valuable shelf and storage space in a busy kitchen.
Q: Is the colour a solid blue?
A: The base colour is a rich blue, but the reactive glaze adds unique swirls, speckles, and lighter tones, giving each piece a varied and textured look.
Q: What is the product's SKU code?
A: The SKU for this specific product is GP352.
The Olympia Kiln Promise: Lasting Style for the Modern Table
Choosing Olympia Kiln isn't just about buying a dish; it's an investment in your restaurant's atmosphere and brand story. In an age where every meal is photographed, presentation is paramount. The Kiln collection allows any establishment to tap into the powerful trend for artisanal, authentic-looking tableware without the associated fragility or prohibitive cost. This Olympia GP352 ceramic dipping pot brings immediate visual impact, turning a simple condiment into a talking point. More importantly, this beauty is backed by the commercial-grade toughness of the Olympia brand, a trusted name in professional catering. Conforming to the rigorous BS4034 Vitrified Hotelware standard means you're getting a product engineered for the realities of a bustling service: it resists chips, withstands the dishwasher, and maintains its stunning finish day after day. It’s the smart way to get lasting style that works as hard as you do.
Explore more from Olympia KilnWhat is a 'Reactive Glaze' and Why Does It Matter?
Ever wondered how each Olympia GP352 ceramic dipping pot gets its unique, mottled pattern? It's all down to the 'reactive glaze'. Think of it less like a simple coat of paint and more like a clever chemistry experiment. The glaze is formulated with various minerals that, when fired at incredibly high temperatures in the kiln, 'react' in an unpredictable way. This reaction creates beautiful, one-of-a-kind patterns, colours, and textures.
It’s a bit like how a single firework explodes into a unique pattern in the sky every time. You know the core ingredients are there, but the final breathtaking result is always a surprise. This process gives you the aesthetic charm and individuality of handmade pottery, but with the consistency and strength of commercially produced, vitrified porcelain. It's the secret to getting that authentic, artisan look without the artisan price tag or fragility.
Who Should Buy This?
- Gastropubs & Bistros: Perfect for upgrading from plain ramekins to serve house-made aioli, ketchup, or relishes with flair.
- Tapas & Asian Restaurants: Ideal for individual portions of soy sauce, sweet chilli dip, olives, or pickles.
- Hotels & Event Caterers: Adds a premium, rustic touch to canapé service, buffet lines, and in-room dining trays.
- Cafes & Farm Shops: Beautifully showcases local jams, clotted cream for scones, or chutneys for ploughman's lunches.
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