Cutting boards

[Jay D in Jersey]

Never knew how handy a good cutting board was until my wife ordered a decent one. For years we just used the typical wood...bamboo or acacia cutting boards. A few months ago, we bought one of those hard rubber ones that Japanese chefs swear by. It was toast after one dimwitted run through the dishwasher.
We than went for the larger plastic type...which are OK. But...this John Boos with the stainless insert is worlds better than any...including the ones my late father-in-law made.
These things are heavy. We bought a second one for our beach house we like it so much. That one arrives early next week. It's 18"x18"x2.25"...and heavy. But it defines the counter space as a food prep area wherever it's placed.
You can use it as pictured or flip it upside-down.

 

[Bruno]

Love my Boos, I just went too big and it’s a freaking beast.

 

[JKalchik]

I can see that tray/insert being awfully handy for when I'm slicing up something like a brisket, but Boos really are pricey boards.

 

[Timothy F. Lewis]

Boos stuff is really nice, yeah, pricey but, with care it will last decades!

 

[Russ in CFL]

I made my current board but love those Boos boards. I bought my sister a nice big one for this last Christmas. The cost really isn't terrible when comparing to buying the wood to make one. It really comes out to almost break even, at least around here.

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

I can see that tray/insert being awfully handy for when I'm slicing up something like a brisket, but Boos really are pricey boards.

Agreed. A bit pricey. Paid about $225 for one from Bed Bath Beyond...with a 20% coupon. Bought the second one from El Campo Refrigeration...a food service industry supplier in TX. They have been great to deal with. That one was $216 shipped. The insert is great for meats and also great for placing chopped vegetables etc...when preparing a recipe.

 

[Dustin Dorsey]

I got one for Christmas a few years back. It's massive. It doesn't have the tray but it has the groove on one side which is great for brisket.

 

[Mike - LA]

WOODJOY BY piddlermike

 

[C Lewis]

Have had that same Boos board in my wish list for quite some time now, just can never seem to pull the heavy trigger on it.

 

[Mark Silver]

Have had that same Boos board in my wish list for quite some time now, just can never seem to pull the heavy trigger on it.

Same here.
I just bought this bamboo one which I like alot. I got as an Amazon Warehouse deal—Like New for a little more than half price. ($18.66)


Amazon's Choice

Butcher Block Cutting Board - Bamboo Chopping Block for Carving Meat - Reversible 17 x 13 x 1.5 Inch Wood Serving Tray with Juice Groove and Spikes, Stabilizes Steak While Carving​

 

[Brett-EDH]

Got my eyes on one of these works of art. American made by a small business. And very high quality:

DeVo's WoodCraft

Handmade Cutting Boards, Butcher Blocks, Knives, Coasters, Cheese Boards, Countertops, Benches and tables. All designed and made by Kris DeVo in Alaska

www.krisdevo.com

 

[Jeff Boudman]

Got my eyes on one of these works of art. American made by a small business. And very high quality:

DeVo's WoodCraft

Handmade Cutting Boards, Butcher Blocks, Knives, Coasters, Cheese Boards, Countertops, Benches and tables. All designed and made by Kris DeVo in Alaska

www.krisdevo.com

They look good.

 

[Brett-EDH]

They look good.

Check out his YouTube videos. I’d rather pay him than a giant corporation. I know at least I’m putting food on his table and shoes on his kid’s feet. His Camo board is expensive but it’s a true work of art.

 

[Scott Smith]

I have a board made by my grandfather for my mother that exactly covers the top of a standard kitchen range. This is really more useful for kneading dough than cutting.

 

[Timothy F. Lewis]

I have a board made by my grandfather for my mother that exactly covers the top of a standard kitchen range. This is really more useful for kneading dough than cutting.

Right sizing for use is smart! It’s like any other tools, some are better suited for particular projects and need to be used accordingly.

 

[Scott Smith]

Another consideration when thinking about pulling the heavy trigger on a nice cutting board is how it balances between being an actual tool and being a server. I have the stove-sized board from my mom, which could lay out a large hors d'oeurve course, a reversible maple one with the groove for carving turkey/ham/holiday items, and a thick olive wood board that often works as a cheese tray. The ones I cut on the most are plastic and go through the dishwasher.

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

Check out his YouTube videos. I’d rather pay him than a giant corporation. I know at least I’m putting food on his table and shoes on his kid’s feet. His Camo board is expensive but it’s a true work of art.

How many of his have you bought?

 

[Brett-EDH]

How many of his have you bought?

I’ve let my family know it’d make a great gift if they want to get me one. I’ve been following him for over a year now. If I don’t receive one as a gift, I’m seriously considering buying one.

 

[Loc]

20 years ago, I lived in a place that had a John Boos table. For a 125 year old company, I was naively unaware of them. They manufacture in Illinois apparently, using domestic hardwood.

The Boos table was the centerpiece of the kitchen. Still dream of having a kitchen like that again.

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

20 years ago, I lived in a place that had a John Boos table. For a 125 year old company, I was naively unaware of them. They manufacture in Illinois apparently, using domestic hardwood.

The Boos table was the centerpiece of the kitchen. Still dream of having a kitchen like that again.

Seems like they use Maple, Cherry and Walnut for the most part.