Marble and Acacia Wood Rectangular Serving Board - Brown

This rectangular serving board pairs a piece of black marble, veined with soft grey, with a frame of warm brown acacia wood. The marble sits neatly inside a slim wooden border, and one end runs out into a short handle with a rounded tip, giving the board the long, easy look of a paddle. It measures 51cm long and 10cm across, and at 2cm deep it stays slim on the table while still feeling solid in the hand. The contrast of dark stone against golden brown wood gives it plenty of character without any fuss.

Its long, narrow shape suits food laid out in a line: a few wedges of cheese, sliced charcuterie, a row of canapés or a cut baguette with butter. At 51cm long it fits down the middle of a dining table or along a kitchen island without crowding the plates and glasses, and the handle makes it easy to carry from the kitchen and pass around. It works just as well for a simple board of olives and bread on a weeknight as for a fuller grazing spread at the weekend. Between meals it can stay out on a worktop or an open shelf, where the dark marble and warm wood sit happily alongside other kitchen pieces.

Wood and marble both reward a little care. We suggest wiping the board with a damp cloth after use and drying it straight away with a soft towel; as with any wooden piece, keep it out of the dishwasher and never leave it to soak. Marble can mark if lemon juice, vinegar or wine sits on it for long, so wipe spills promptly. For a generous look, scatter a few figs or a sprig of rosemary along one side, or wrap it with a cheese knife for a practical present.

How big is this serving board?

It measures 51cm long and 10cm across and is 2cm deep, a long, slim shape that runs neatly down the centre of a table.

What is the serving board made of?

The board pairs a black marble inset, veined with grey, with a surrounding frame and handle of warm brown acacia wood.

Does the board have a handle?

Yes, one end of the wooden frame runs out into a short handle with a rounded tip, which makes the board easy to carry and pass around.

How should I clean the marble and wood board?

Wipe it with a damp cloth after use and dry it straight away; like any wooden piece, keep it out of the dishwasher and never leave it to soak.

What can I serve on a long, narrow board like this?

Its long shape suits cheese, sliced meats, canapés, olives or a cut baguette, laid out in a row so everyone at the table can reach.

Is the marble black or grey?

The marble is a dark, near-black stone with pale grey veining, set against the warm brown of the acacia wood frame around it.