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Hevea Board for Cast Iron Round Eared Dish | Wooden Serving Board | 235mm | Olympia FW816 FU294
£8.53
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£10.24/ inc vat
- Custom Fit Design
- Hevea Wood Construction
- Protects Surfaces
- Enhances Presentation
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Product Overview
Thinking about how to get those sizzling, straight-from-the-oven dishes to your customers without a fuss? This is your answer. The Olympia Hevea Wooden Serving Board is purpose-built to partner with the Olympia cast-iron round eared dish (FW816), creating a seamless and safe journey from kitchen to table. It's the simple, smart accessory that makes a world of difference to your service.
Crafted for bustling gastropubs, tapas bars, and restaurants, this board is the key to presenting your signature dishes with a touch of rustic charm. It perfectly cradles the hot pan, protecting both your staff's hands and your tabletops from the intense heat. It’s an essential bit of kit for anyone serving individual pies, sizzling fajitas, or baked Camembert, transforming a simple meal into a memorable dining experience.
Made from durable and attractive Hevea wood, this 235mm board features a recessed centre to hold the cast iron dish securely, preventing slips and spills during service. It’s not just a practical tool; it’s a piece of presentation ware that enhances the look of your food and shows your customers you care about the details. Elevate your table service from simply functional to fantastically professional.
Key Features and Benefits
- Custom Fit Design: Cradles the FW816 dish perfectly, stopping dangerous slips.
- Hevea Wood Construction: It's tough, sustainable, and looks fantastic on the table.
- Protects Surfaces: Acts as a heat-proof barrier, saving your tables from burns.
- Enhances Presentation: Gives your hot dishes a professional, rustic, 'gastro' feel.
- Recessed Centre: The dish sits snugly inside, making it much safer to carry.
- Lightweight and Strong: Easy for your waiting staff to handle during a busy shift.
- Easy to Clean: A quick wipe with a damp cloth is all it needs.
- Durable for Commercial Use: Built to withstand the demands of a professional kitchen environment.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Olympia
- SKU: FU294
- Material: Hevea Wood
- Dimensions: 235(Ø) x 19(H)mm
- Weight: 0.43kg
- Colour: Brown (Natural Wood)
- Compatibility: Designed exclusively for the Olympia FW816 Cast Iron Dish
- Care: Wipe clean only; do not submerge in water.
Expert Review and Insights
In today's competitive dining scene, presentation is just as important as the food itself. This Olympia board isn't a complex gadget, but it's a masterclass in functional design. It solves a real problem—how to serve dangerously hot dishes safely and stylishly. It’s a small, affordable touch that elevates the entire customer experience, making food look and feel more special.
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- Practical Polish: Instantly makes service safer and gives a premium, considered look to rustic dishes.
- Hand-Wash Only: It's not suitable for a commercial dishwasher, requiring specific manual aftercare.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Masons Arms in York decided to upgrade their tableware to better showcase their popular 'Yorkshire Blue Bake', served in cast iron eared pans. They needed a solution that protected their antique wooden tables and enhanced the dish's rustic appeal.
"These boards were the missing piece of the puzzle. They look fantastic, our staff find them much easier to handle than fumbling with plates, and customers have commented on the presentation. It’s a simple change that has made a real impact on service."
Samuel Jones – General Manager
The pub noted a significant reduction in table marking and reported that service for the dish was 15% quicker during peak times.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, give the board a quick wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
- For extra longevity, you can season it by rubbing a small amount of food-safe mineral oil into the wood.
- Let it air dry completely before stacking or using.
- Ensure you have the compatible Olympia FW816 dish for a perfect fit.
Keeping It Going
- After each use, wipe clean immediately with a damp cloth and mild detergent if needed.
- Crucially: Never soak the board in water or put it in a dishwasher, as this will cause it to warp and crack.
- Re-apply a light coat of food-safe oil every few weeks to keep the wood nourished and looking its best.
- Store flat in a dry area, away from direct heat sources like ovens or grills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this board only for the Olympia FW816 dish?
A: Yes, it is specifically designed with a recessed area to perfectly and securely fit the Olympia FW816 cast-iron round eared dish. Using it with other pans may not be safe.
Q: Can I chop food on this board?
A: It's designed as a serving trivet, not a chopping board. Using sharp knives on it will score the surface and damage its appearance.
Q: How do I clean it if I can't put it in the dishwasher?
A: Simply wipe it with a warm, damp cloth and a little mild washing-up liquid if necessary. Dry it immediately and never submerge it in water.
Q: Will the hot pan burn the wood?
A: No, the dense Hevea wood is heat resistant and acts as an insulator. It's designed to withstand the heat from a dish straight from the oven, protecting the table underneath.
Q: Does the board need to be oiled?
A: While not essential out of the box, periodically treating it with a food-safe mineral oil will keep the wood from drying out, prevent staining, and maintain its rich colour.
Q: What is Hevea wood?
A: Hevea is a sustainable, medium-density tropical hardwood from the rubber tree. It's known for its durability and stable, dense grain, making it ideal for kitchen and tableware.
Q: Is the recessed groove deep?
A: The groove is deep enough to securely cradle the base of the cast iron pan, preventing it from sliding around while being carried.
Q: What is the exact diameter of the board?
A: The external diameter of the board is 235mm, or about 9 1/4 inches.
The Olympia Promise: Practicality Meets Presentation
With Olympia, you're investing in more than just a product; you're buying into a philosophy of practical, purpose-built catering solutions. This cast iron dish wooden board 235mm perfectly embodies that ethos. It's not an over-engineered gadget, but a thoughtful, simple answer to a common service challenge. Olympia understands that in a real-world kitchen, equipment needs to be tough, reliable, and affordable. This board delivers on all fronts. Its long-term value lies in its durability—resisting the daily knocks of a busy service—and in the safety it provides, reducing the risk of costly accidents and damaged tables. By focusing on these essential details, Olympia helps you build customer trust and enhance your professional reputation, one perfectly presented dish at a time.
Explore more from OlympiaWhy Hevea Wood? More Than Just a Pretty Grain
Ever wondered why Hevea wood is so popular for things like chopping boards and serving platters? It’s not just because it looks good. Hevea is a genuinely brilliant material for the job. It’s an eco-friendly hardwood that comes from the rubber tree, typically harvested after the tree has finished its latex-producing life. Its dense, tight grain makes it incredibly durable and less prone to warping or cracking from heat compared to softer woods. Think of this Olympia FW816 wooden platter as a natural, purpose-built heat mat for your sizzling pan. It absorbs and diffuses the heat, protecting your table just like an oven glove protects your hands, but with a whole lot more style.
Who Should Buy This?
- Gastropubs & Bistros: Perfect for serving signature sizzling steaks, pies, or skillet-cooked dishes with a professional, rustic flair.
- Tapas Restaurants: An essential for safely presenting hot sharing plates like gambas al pil pil or baked chorizo to the table.
- Hotel Restaurants: Adds a touch of class and safety to room service or restaurant orders for individual hot mains or desserts.
- Dessert Parlours: Ideal for serving those hugely popular hot, shareable cookie dough desserts in their cast iron skillets.
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