"Ruddell" > wrote in message
> We're sort of tossing the idea around as well and my pick without doubt
> is...drum roll:
>
> butcher block
>
> It's the only only thing I'll even consider...

No matter what the choice is, at least on section of butcher block is very
handy to have. If you have one cabinet between appliances, it is a good
place for it.