This Cutting board is positively beautiful and durable.  One of the characteristics I like best about it is that no two are exactly the same.  For best results, these should be cleaned with only hot water and mild soap and should be kept oiled as well to make it last for years.  The wood grain is stunning and the rough edges give this cutting board its own personality.  I'd recommend this large cutting board for anyone who likes to use natural resources as opposed to the plastic cutting boards.  I purchased one for my dad as a gift too because he took up cooking lessons after retiring.  He loves it just as much as I do.  I don't think you can go wrong with any of the Rachel Ray products.  She puts time, effort and thought into each of her pieces.