Okiyo Edamu Bamboo Cheese Board Setwhile it looks and feels like wood, bamboo is a type of grass. It grows incredibly fast and can reach full size in a fraction of the time it takes for a tree to grow. This makes it a highly sustainable material, which can be harder than oak, depending on the type and species. This fresh and simple set is ideal for a serving of cheese and crackers, with a little jam and fruit on the side. cheese board: 28 ( l ) x 18 ( w ) x 1 ( h ) cm knife: 19 ( h )