This is lovely California Bay Laurel, or sometimes called Myrtle wood, Bowl. It has two wood burned decorative accents around the top edge. The bowl is finished with a food safe walnut oil. It can be used for serving salads, chips, crackers, and other such items. Clean the bowl after each use with warm water and mild detergent. Wipe dry immediately. It can be re-oiled with walnut oil (found in grocery stores) or mineral oil. Do not use vegetable oils as they turn rancid in time. I havested this wood from a very large California Bay Laurel taken down in Martinez, California.