Epicurean
Epicurean Kitchen Series Cutting Board, 14.5 x 11.25 Inch, Natural
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| Material | Wood-fiber composite |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14.5 x 11.25 in |
| Care | Dishwasher-safe |
Pros & cons
Pros
- Goes straight in the dishwasher without warping, so cleanup is quick
- Thinner and lighter than solid wood or plastic, so it's easy to lift and stash
- Feels like wood underhand despite being a composite
Cons
- Not as forgiving on knife edges as a true edge-grain wood board
- Thin and light, it slides on the counter more readily than a heavy board unless you anchor it
Skip it if
Skip it if you want the most knife-friendly surface, or a board heavy enough to stay put on its own — a thick edge-grain wood board does both better.
How we assessed it
We synthesized this
The Epicurean Kitchen Series is made from a wood-fiber composite, which is the detail that changes your dishwashing routine: it goes straight in the dishwasher and comes out without warping, so you skip the hand-washing a solid wood board usually needs. It's thinner and lighter than solid wood or plastic, easy to lift, rinse, and stash — and it still feels like wood under the knife rather than hard plastic. That makes it a smart everyday board for cooks who want fast cleanup, not a maintenance ritual.
The trade-offs are real. A composite surface isn't as forgiving on knife edges as a true edge-grain wood board, and because the board is thin and light, it slides more readily than a heavy one unless you anchor it with a damp towel. Our read is synthesized from documented construction and reputation, not a hands-on test — see how we test.