Why this plate earns its place
The 165 mm Aurora Vesuvius tray is the kitchen workhorse that most chefs reach for first. It's large enough for a fully plated course—protein, garnish, sauce, the lot—but compact enough to carry multiple trays in one hand across a busy pass. Made from alumina vitrified ceramic, these trays are engineered for the thermal and mechanical punishment of professional kitchens: they survive high-heat dishwashers, resist chipping from daily impact, and maintain their glaze year after year.
The amber finish is sophisticated without being fussy. It sits comfortably on guest tables at fine-dining restaurants and looks equally at home in a neighbourhood bistro. The subtle, warm tone complements food without competing—allowing plating composition to speak. And they stack efficiently, saving precious space in tight prep areas and sideboards.
Build your tray inventory with these as the foundation. Many kitchens use 165 mm as their primary tray size, supplementing with 100 mm for smaller courses and 203 mm for presentations and sharing plates. The Aurora Vesuvius range is fully coordinated across diameters, so a single collection creates visual coherence from the kitchen pass to the table.
