Abstract: A first cutting board segment in combination with a first tray is secured to a second cutting board segment in combination with a second tray by the use of a connector. Two or more board and tray combinations may be secured together by moving the connector transversely towards the trays. The boards, trays and connectors may be provided as a kit and disposed in a carrying case.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cutting board, comprising a body. The body defines a cutting surface. The cutting surface comprises a plurality of apertures extending through the body and a support structure separating each adjacent aperture of the plurality of apertures. The plurality of apertures allows fluid to drain from the cutting surface while the support structure grips the food item to minimize slippage on the surface during a cutting motion. The support structure includes one or more gripping edges for gripping a food item to resist horizontal shear forces exerted on the cutting surface. The plurality of apertures and the support structure define a substantially open matrix.