Beautiful Wooden Dinnerware to Help You Set an Eco-Friendly Table

This set of four lightweight dinner plates is made with chip- and crack-resistant acacia wood, making it more durable than traditional stoneware. Each plate measures 11 inches in diameter, which is large enough to serve a family meal, or use one as a serving platter during your next wine night. To ensure the plates stay in good shape, it's recommended that they be hand-washed and are not exposed to prolonged sunlight. ($40; amazon.com)

Made from sustainably sourced olive wood, this small snack bowl is so versatile you won't have to search for ways to use it all around your kitchen. While it's on sale add more than one to your cart to make it a complete set so you can include multiple bowls in your place settings before hosting your next get-together. They are the perfect size for holding personal servings of chip dip, condiments, or mixed fruit. Make sure to polish the bowl with food-safe oil every once in a while to avoid cracking. ($30; potterybarn.com)

Although this tumbler is made for sipping whiskey, it can also be used for other beverages so you can include it in your place setting no matter the occasion. It's made from oak wood and stainless steel and is lined with beeswax for added protection. After each use the tumbler should be hand-washed and coated in beeswax to keep it in pristine condition. Plus, the beeswax will help bring out a sweet flavor in whatever cocktail you're enjoying at the moment. ($60; mrporter.com)

If you're going for a farmhouse-inspired look, your place setting won't be complete without this flatware set. The five-piece set comes with a salad fork, dinner fork, butter knife, soup spoon, and dessert spoon. Each piece is made with sturdy stainless steel and accented with a pretty olive wood handle. Don't forget to purchase more than one set to ensure you have enough for everyone and to keep your table décor cohesive. ($125; potterybarn.com)

Another versatile piece of décor your tablescape needs is this wooden bark charger. It can be used to elevate your place setting and to serve delicious appetizers before the main course. When you're not hosting, place one on your dining table with a vase of fresh cut flowers for a charming centerpiece. Its acacia wood construction is naturally water resistant and will give your table a rustic-inspired look that pairs well with the rest of your wooden dinnerware. ($20; worldmarket.com)

Chop some fresh lettuce and vegetables from the garden or your local farmers' market and mix it up inside this acacia serving bowl before treating your guests to a healthy appetizer. Five-star reviewers say the oversize bowl is perfect for entertaining and feels like "top-quality" serveware. It's great for serving salads, chips, or dinner rolls, and it even makes a pretty fruit basket whenever you're not hosting a party. Don't forget to add matching salad servers to your cart, too. ($50; crateandbarrel.com)

Speaking of chopping produce, protect your countertops and dinner plates by having this acacia wood cutting board on hand. It features a reversible design available in two sizes and is easy to store in a cabinet or hang on a hook. Instead of getting an extra dish dirty after preparing food, serve your hors d'oeuvres right on the board and add some dipping sauce in the small snack bowl featured above. ($17 for the large size, target.com)