Eddington's Olive Wood Cooking Spoon for stirring, mixing, dividing, tasting, turning, and serving foods Made in Europe from fine Italian Olivewood; lightweight yet strong; measures 12-inches Beautifully handcrafted, decorative, and durable; fits neatly in a kitchen gadget drawer or display on the counter in a utensil holder This olive wood is carefully sourced from selected groves mainly in the south of Italy; harvested when olive production ceases or from pruned branches Will not scratch surfaces; safe for use on nonstick cookware; hand wash only; occasionally coat with mineral oil to keep olive wood looking its best