Arcoroc – Opal® tableware for professional restaurants (6)

Arcoroc Opal® – tableware for intensive use

Opal® is a material developed for applications where tableware is used repeatedly, washed and returned to service. According to the manufacturer, it has zero porosity and, thanks to a tempering process, offers enhanced mechanical and thermal resistance.

The manufacturer also highlights the suitability of Opal® tableware for use in professional dishwashers and microwave ovens. These properties are particularly important in catering establishments, hotels and venues serving large numbers of guests, where tableware must be suited to a fast and repetitive cycle of use.

Arcoroc Everyday – practical tableware for everyday use

The Arcoroc Everyday collection comprises simple tableware designed for everyday meal service. Fine Dine offers, amongst other items, shallow plates, a soup plate and a salad bowl, allowing this range to be used for serving various courses of a meal.

The neutral design works well where the tableware should not overshadow the dish, and where functionality and the ability to easily adapt the tableware to many types of food are paramount. This solution is particularly useful in canteens, hotels, buffets, cafeterias, mass catering establishments and catering companies.

Arcoroc plates for canteens, hotels and catering

Arcoroc Everyday plates can be used for breakfast, lunch, dinner and supper. The availability of different diameters allows the plate to be matched to the portion size and nature of the meal, whilst the deep plate is ideal for soups, dishes with sauce and other meals requiring a deeper dish.

In institutional catering, selecting a few standardised sizes makes it easier to organise meal distribution, set tables and plan the number of plates required during service.

Arcoroc salad bowls for buffets and serving side dishes

Arcoroc salad bowls can be used for salads, side dishes, desserts, snacks and small breakfast portions. In hotel buffets and canteens, small dishes help to organise the service and ensure a consistent presentation of individual meal components.

The simple design also means that the salad bowl can be easily paired with other items of light-coloured tableware, whether used for a self-service breakfast, lunch or traditional waiter service.

Arcoroc Evolution mugs for hot drinks

This range also includes Arcoroc Evolution mugs, which can be used to serve coffee, tea and other hot drinks. In hotel catering, canteens and catering services, a mug with a versatile capacity helps to reduce the number of different tableware sizes required during service.

This type of solution works well for hotel breakfasts and buffets, as well as in staff canteens, self-service bars and food outlets serving larger groups of customers.

A lighter alternative to traditional porcelain

According to the manufacturer, Opal® tableware can be up to approximately twice as light as comparable porcelain. In professional catering, this can be of practical importance when carrying larger numbers of plates, restocking a buffet, clearing tableware from tables or transporting it between the kitchen and the dining area.

The reduced weight of the tableware can be particularly useful in places where staff perform the same tasks repeatedly during a single shift – including hotels, canteens, catering services and large catering establishments.

Opal® thermal resistance in catering operations

The manufacturer, Arcoroc, states that Opal® tempered tableware is resistant to temperature fluctuations and can be used in processes typical of professional food service. This is particularly important in establishments using ‘cook & chill’ solutions or preparing meals in large quantities.

For specific applications, it is always advisable to check the product data sheet and the manufacturer’s recommendations, especially if the tableware is to be subjected to significant temperature fluctuations or used in a specific production process.

Arcoroc for professional dishwashers

In restaurants, hotels and canteens, tableware undergoes numerous wash cycles every day. Opal® has been designed for use in industrial washing and drying cycles, which correspond to the operating conditions of professional dishwashing facilities.

With a high turnover of tableware, the ability to quickly return items to service is crucial. Therefore, ease of cleaning and compatibility with professional equipment are key criteria when selecting tableware for institutional catering.

Arcoroc tableware for canteens and mass catering

School and staff canteens, cafeterias, mass catering facilities and other venues serving large numbers of people require, above all, tableware that is functional and easy to use in repetitive service.

Arcoroc Everyday is well suited to this operating model thanks to its simple tableware designs, which can be adapted to a basic dinner, breakfast or lunch set.

Arcoroc in hotels and breakfast buffets

In hotels, tableware can be used for breakfasts, group lunches, conferences, catering for tours or self-service buffets. In such applications, the consistency of the tableware and the ability to efficiently prepare a large number of place settings are particularly important.

White plates and salad bowls provide a neutral backdrop for dishes, meaning they can be used for many types of menu and combined with other elements of the buffet set-up.

Arcoroc for catering and event services

In catering, it is advisable to limit the number of mismatched tableware formats and choose items that work well in a variety of situations. Simple plates, salad bowls and cups can be used during conferences, training sessions, corporate events, outdoor events or when catering for larger groups.

When planning catering tableware, it is worth considering not only the appearance but also how the tableware is transported, stored, washed and prepared for the next service.

How to choose Arcoroc tableware for your venue?

It is best to start by considering the type of meals served and the average number of guests catered for during a single service. Next, it is worth determining which plates, bowls, salad bowls and cups are actually needed and how many of each should be in circulation.

At Fine Dine, products in this category can be compared, amongst other things, by diameter, height and capacity. This makes it easier to match the tableware to specific portion sizes and serving standards.

Arcoroc Opal® versus porcelain – how do they differ?

Although white Opal® tableware may visually resemble classic porcelain, it is made of a different material. Opal® is a tempered glass material designed for high durability and professional use.

Therefore, when making a choice, it is not worth being guided solely by appearance. In a restaurant requiring decorative tableware, porcelain may offer different stylistic possibilities, whilst in a canteen, buffet or catering setting, weight, durability, ease of cleaning and the organisation of the daily circulation of tableware may be more important.

Arcoroc tableware for the home too

Arcoroc tableware can also be used at home. Simple, light-coloured tableware works well for everyday breakfasts, lunches and dinners, whilst the versatile sizes make it easy to put together a practical set for the whole family.

This range is particularly suited to those who prioritise functionality over decoration and wish to use tableware based on designs developed for the professional food service sector.

Choose Arcoroc tableware at Fine Dine

Compare the available Arcoroc plates, salad bowls and mugs and select tableware to suit the way your establishment operates. The current range in this category includes products made from Opal® material, primarily the Everyday range and the Evolution mugs.

The tableware is suitable for use in restaurants, hotels, canteens, cafeterias, buffets, catering and at events, as well as for everyday home use.