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Miniature Flat Square Dishes | Small Appetizer Plates | 80mm | Olympia U180
£31.50
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£37.80/ inc vat
- Lifetime Edge-Chip Warranty
- Fully Vitrified Porcelain
- Glazed Finish
- Hardwearing Rolled Edges
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Product Overview
Thinking about how to give your canapés, amuse-bouche, or delicate desserts that extra touch of class? These Olympia Miniature Flat Square Dishes are the answer. Their clean lines and brilliant white finish create the perfect, modern frame for your smallest culinary creations, ensuring they make a massive impact on your guests from the very first bite.
Crafted specifically for the demanding world of professional catering, these plates are ideal for fine dining restaurants, event caterers, boutique hotels, and high-end dessert bars. Made from fully vitrified porcelain, these miniature square appetizer plates are not just stylish but incredibly tough, designed to withstand the heat, knocks, and constant use of a busy commercial kitchen.
Combining elegance with formidable durability, these plates are also oven, microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe, offering fantastic versatility from prep to clean-up. Backed by Olympia's lifetime edge-chip warranty, they represent a smart, long-lasting investment in your tableware collection that will continue to impress service after service.
Key Features and Benefits
- Lifetime Edge-Chip Warranty: Enjoy complete peace of mind and long-term value.
- Fully Vitrified Porcelain: Makes them incredibly strong and resistant to heat shock.
- Glazed Finish: Provides a smart, professional look that showcases food beautifully.
- Hardwearing Rolled Edges: Helps to prevent chipping during busy service or washing.
- Stackable Design: Saves you precious cupboard and shelf space in the kitchen.
- Oven, Microwave & Freezer Safe: Offers brilliant versatility for prep, cooking, and serving.
- Dishwasher Safe: Makes clean-up an absolute breeze, saving you valuable time.
- Meets BS4034 Standard: Guarantees they meet the top UK standard for hotelware.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Olympia
- SKU: U180
- Dimensions: 20(H) x 80(W) x 80(D) mm
- Pack Quantity: 12
- Capacity: 50ml / 1¾oz
- Material: Porcelain
- Colour: White
- Weight: 1.33kg (per box of 12)
- Warranty: Lifetime Edge-Chip Warranty
- Standard: BS4034 Vitrified Hotelware
Expert Review and Insights
In today's dining scene, small plates and tasting menus are more than a trend; they're a staple of creative culinary expression. The Olympia U180 plates tap right into this, offering a sharp, contemporary canvas. They feel substantial without being clunky, and the vitrified body gives them a resilience that's essential for any professional setting. They're a simple, effective tool for elevating presentation.
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- Practical Elegance: They look fantastic and the build quality really holds up to repeated dishwashing.
- Niche Application: Their 80mm size is perfect for canapés but limiting for larger appetisers.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Harbour View Bistro in Falmouth upgraded its tableware when launching a new seafood tasting menu. They needed something that was both elegant enough for their Michelin-listed food but tough enough for a fast-paced coastal kitchen.
"We were constantly replacing our old tasting plates due to chipping. The Olympia U180s look just as good, if not better, but are so much more durable. Our breakages are down to almost zero, and guests frequently comment on the clean, modern look."
Robert Davies – Head Chef
The bistro successfully reduced its tableware replacement costs by over 75% in the first six months of use.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Upon arrival, give the plates a quick cycle through the dishwasher to ensure they are pristine and ready for service.
- Check each plate for perfection – though with Olympia's quality control, you'll find consistency is key.
- The uniform square shape and low profile make them incredibly easy to stack safely in standard plate racks or on shelves.
Keeping It Going
- These plates are fully commercial dishwasher safe for a fast and hygienic clean every time.
- To maintain the beautiful glazed finish, avoid using harsh metal scourers or abrasive cleaning powders.
- Thanks to vitrification, they won't absorb strong food flavours like garlic or fish, even after repeated use.
- Don't forget to keep your proof of purchase handy to make use of the Lifetime Edge-Chip Warranty if ever needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these Olympia U180 mini plates a pure, bright white?
A: Yes, they are a classic bright white porcelain. This neutral, clean colour is designed to make the colours of your food really stand out.
Q: What is the main benefit of them being 'fully vitrified'?
A: The main benefit is durability and hygiene. It makes the porcelain non-porous, meaning it won't absorb water, stains or odours, and it's much stronger and more resistant to chipping.
Q: Can they go directly from a hot dishwasher to a cold shelf?
A: Yes. The vitrification process makes them highly resistant to 'thermal shock', so they can handle rapid temperature changes typical in a commercial kitchen.
Q: How many plates are in a pack?
A: This product is sold in a box containing 12 individual plates.
Q: Is the surface completely flat?
A: They are almost perfectly flat, with a very subtle, gentle raised lip at the edge to contain any small drips of sauce or dressing, ensuring a clean presentation.
Q: Are they heavy to carry in a stack?
A: They have a reassuringly solid feel but are designed to be lightweight enough for easy and safe handling by service staff, even when stacked.
Q: What does the BS4034 standard mean?
A: This is a British industry standard that certifies the product's durability and very low water absorption, confirming it is suitable for the rigours of the hotel and catering industry.
Q: Can I use these in the oven?
A: Absolutely. They are oven, microwave, and freezer safe, making them incredibly versatile for both food preparation and service.
The Olympia Promise: More Than Just a Plate
Choosing Olympia for your tableware is about more than just aesthetics; it's a strategic decision for your business. For decades, Olympia has been a trusted workhorse in British hospitality, delivering reliability where it matters most. These plates are a prime example of that philosophy. The investment goes beyond the ceramic itself—it's an investment in consistency. With the robust vitrified build and the confidence of a lifetime edge-chip warranty, you significantly reduce long-term replacement costs and the daily hassle of dealing with breakages. This frees up your budget and allows your team to focus on creating exceptional guest experiences, secure in the knowledge that their tools won't let them down. That's the real-world value of choosing a brand built for the professional kitchen.
Explore more from OlympiaWhat Does 'Fully Vitrified' Actually Mean for Your Kitchen?
You'll see 'fully vitrified' on a lot of professional crockery, but what is it? Think of it like this: standard ceramic is a bit like a very hard sponge, with tiny pores that can absorb water, oil, and odours over time. Vitrification is a process where the porcelain is fired at such a high temperature that it melts and fuses together, closing all those pores. The result is a material that's more like a single piece of glass – completely non-porous and exceptionally strong. This is why vitrified plates don't stain, are more hygienic, and can handle the thermal shock of going from a hot dishwasher to a cool shelf without cracking. It's the secret ingredient that makes them tough enough for commercial life.
Who Should Buy This?
- Fine Dining Restaurants: Perfect for serving a delicate amuse-bouche or palate cleanser between courses with modern flair.
- Event Caterers: Ideal for circulating elegant canapés and tasting portions at weddings and corporate events.
- Boutique Hotels: Great for adding a touch of class to afternoon tea or presenting petit fours to guests.
- Dessert Bars & Pâtisseries: A stylish way to present these commercial small appetizer plates with single-portion desserts or chocolate truffles.
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