Sophie Conran for Portmeirion
Botanic Garden 12 Inch Entertaining Platter, Sunflower
Best durable serving piece for stylish, low-maintenance home entertainers.
Elevate your entertaining with the Botanic Garden 12 Inch Entertaining Platter, featuring a vibrant sunflower motif and the iconic laurel leaf border. Crafted from durable, chip-resistant porcelain, this platter is designed for modern living, seamlessly blending beauty with practicality for busy family homes. Its elegant, rimless design is perfect for serving a variety of foods, from cheeses to desserts. This versatile piece is dishwasher, microwave, freezer, and oven safe, making it ideal for both everyday use and special occasions.
$39.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
1066
/ 11650
#1066 in Serving Platters & Bowls
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Material
Porcelain
/ Porcelain
Who it's for
- Hosts seeking a classic, elegant table centerpiece
- Busy entertainers needing dishwasher and microwave convenience
- Home cooks serving versatile portions for gatherings
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers prioritizing value over brand heritage
- Users preferring lightweight, easy-to-store serving pieces
- Minimalists wanting flexible, neutral dinnerware sets
Performance breakdown
Material Durability
Chip-resistant porcelain stands up well to the rigors of daily use.
Versatility
Seamlessly transitions from freezer to oven without missing a beat.
Aesthetic Appeal
The iconic sunflower motif brings a timeless, vibrant charm to tables.
Surface Utility
Rimless design maximizes usable space for effortless plating and serving.
Maintenance Ease
Glazed finish ensures quick cleanup and is fully dishwasher safe.
Collection Integration
Designed to layer perfectly with existing Botanic Garden dinnerware pieces.
Key Specs
Material
Porcelain
Diameter
12.0 inches
Height
0.7 inches
Number of Pieces
1
Dishwasher safe
Microwave safe
Oven safe
Freezer safe
Features
- Striking sunflower and laurel leaf design
- Rimless for versatile serving
- Durable and chip-resistant porcelain
- Dishwasher, microwave, freezer, and oven safe
- Perfect for everyday and special occasions
- Mix-and-match with Botanic Garden collection
- Designed in the UK
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly adore the Botanic Garden Entertaining Platter for its exquisite aesthetic appeal. The vibrant sunflower motif consistently draws high praise, bringing natural elegance to any table setting. Beyond its beauty, the perceived quality and sturdy feel assure owners of its longevity. Reviewers value its versatility, using it for serving everything from appetizers to desserts, or simply as a decorative accent. While the initial cost is noted, the consensus is that the timeless design and the joy it provides make this Portmeirion piece an excellent, worthwhile investment that garners frequent compliments.
Know before you buy
Yes, the platter is oven-safe, making it convenient for warming food before serving. Just be sure to avoid extreme temperature changes, such as moving it directly from the freezer to a hot oven.
This platter features a rimless design, which provides a flat, expansive surface. This makes it particularly well-suited for arranging cheese boards, charcuterie, or desserts where you want the food to reach the very edge.
The platter is crafted from high-quality, chip-resistant porcelain designed to withstand the rigors of everyday use. While it is elegant enough for formal dining, it is built to handle the demands of a modern family kitchen.
Yes, it is designed to coordinate seamlessly with the wider Botanic Garden collection. You can easily mix and match this sunflower motif with other floral designs in the series to create a cohesive table setting.
Absolutely. The glazed porcelain finish is dishwasher-safe, allowing for easy cleanup after both casual meals and larger gatherings.
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