Why this plate earns its place
Textured porcelain plates fired using traditional raku glazing, where the glaze reacts with the kiln atmosphere to create expressive finishes unique to every piece. The Studio Prints Raku range brings this Japanese firing technique to commercial plating: 210mm width suits starter and dessert courses, the black ground and subtle trace texture add depth to composed plates, and the distinctiveness of raku firing means guests register craft and intention, not industrial repetition.
Porcelain is one of the hardest ceramic materials and raku firing hardens it further through rapid cooling. Dishwasher cycles at standard commercial temperatures won't degrade the glaze or texture — the finish is fired in, not applied to the surface. The black finish masks water marks and fingerprints, keeping plates looking fresh through high-volume service. The texture is subtle tactile under the hand — controlled detail that lifts plating without requiring additional garnish or sauce work.
The 12-pack stocks consistently across service sections, making replacement straightforward if needed. At 210mm, these work starter plates, composed desserts, or any small-plating course. This is design ware — the kind of plate that signals to a guest that attention was paid — but tough enough for daily turnovers in a working kitchen.
