My husband loves to bbq, and when he's done with his thick steak or rack of ribs, this cutting board is the perfect thing to use. This board is actually double-sided. One side has a deep groove all around to catch the juices from cutting meat (no more mess on our counter!), and the other side is flat. The wood is the highest quality maple, so it just feels very different from other cheaper wood blocks. It feels solid without any wobble or shifting around. Highly recommended!