Tom Kerridge's game-changing 2-in-1 chopping board for M&S has already sold out – here's how to get alerts for when it comes back in stock
Christmas dinner just got an upgrade with this delightful butcher's block
My favourite buy from chef Tom Kerridge's new cookware collaboration with M&S, the 2-in-1 Wooden Butcher's Block (£50 at M&S), has (as I predicted) now sold out.
As anticipated in my exclusive first look at the collection, this versatile board with its eye-catching wood grain design and clever features has been snapped up by shoppers looking to make use of its built-in carving and food prep zones this Christmas. To receive alerts when the board comes back in stock, sign up via the product page using your email address.
Now unfortunately out of stock, this chunky board has juice zones for meat carving and built-in pinch pots for food prep. Hopefully it'll make a return before Christmas!
Though this pick isn't from Tom Kerridge's chef-approved collection, it's a great alternative if you need a board big enough for carving meat this Christmas on more of a budget.
There really are two sides to the story with this butcher's block, which doubles as a mise en place prep station and a carving board, all neatly bundled up into one product.
The two built-in 'gathering compartments' make the business of peeling, chopping and organising ingredients more streamlined, while the juice flute carved into the flip side allows your joint of meat to rest without causing a ruckus in your kitchen.
The countoured edges on the carving side.
While the debate over wood vs plastic chopping boards is always a lively one (TLDR: the Ideal Home view is that you probably need one of each), those who are keeping their kitchens plastic-free will appreciate the solid acacia construction of this particular product. Plus, it features an end-grain construction (which gives it its lovely checkerboard look) which also means it'll go the distance in your kitchen.
After using this board for a few days now at home, I've come to appreciate the built-in zones even more than I thought I would. I like to clean up as I cook but I'm often hindered by multiple trips to the food waste bin or to the sink meaning I spend way longer than I should on a quick recipe.
That's where a separate space for peelings and offcuts has come in so useful. Rather than constantly clearing the space, I just need one eventual trip to the bin at the end of the process (rather than ten!).
While I'm yet to try the carving side of this board to its full potential, at first glance it seems the deep trench that runs around the outside of the board will be just perfect for collecting the jus needed for a proper gravy. I was happy to find it's definitely big enough for something like a turkey, rather than feeling too contained to carve on.
It's not the only chopping board that features in this collection designed by Tom Kerridge – the pricier Natural Edge Wooden Chopping Board (£70 via M&S) can double as serveware too, with each unique piece cut from a single log. For hosting (or for the host in your life) it'd make a great Christmas centrepiece.
The Natural Edge board.
The collection, which went live on the 6th of November, spans kitchen linens, pans, utensils and even a pair of very suave salt and pepper shakers. Here are the other bestsellers from the collaboration so far (according to the M&S website).
What better gift for a foodie at Christmas than a pair of salt and pepper mills – especially this version constructed from extra-thick stainless steel and featuring a wide range of grind sizes.
The recent popularity of stainless steel pans owes as much to the push towards non-toxic kitchens as it does the rise in customers looking for chef-grade cookware. Luckily this pick ticks both of those boxes!
I still can't quite fathom just how reasonably priced this set is, with three pots included for your money. Constructed from cast iron, it includes a griddle, a shallow pan and a 5-litre casserole dish. And it neatly stacks!
While I can safely say that this versatile 2-in-1 chopping board is Ideal Home approved, we also reviews of the Cast Iron Stacking set and Stainless Steel All-in-One Saucepan coming soon. So watch this space for more first-hand try outs if you're thinking of splashing your cash on this collaboration!
