The present invention provides a feeder having an open, planar feeding surface to present a variety of foods to pets such as dogs or cats. The feeder is made of a cellulosic composite dual phase material that facilitates the cutting of various foods without dulling cutting implements and may be easily cleaned and sanitized in a dishwasher or by hand. The present invention allows for the presentation to pets of a variety of foods that may be cut, spread or dispersed on the surface allowing the juices, gravies or applied foods to fill an array of indentations and grooves in the feeding surface.
