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Carbonised bamboo chopping boards look gorgeous on the worktop and feel fantastic under the knife, but they do need a little care to stay that way. The good news? Once you know how to oil your carbonised bamboo chopping board properly, it takes minutes and makes a huge difference to how long it lasts. In this guide we will walk through exactly what to use, how often to oil and the step by step method we recommend at Deer & Oak for keeping your board in top condition. Why carbonised bamboo needs oiling Carbonised bamboo is bamboo that has been...

If you care about your knives, your chopping board choice matters just as much as the steel in your blade. At Deer & Oak we spend an embarrassing amount of time running knives across bamboo and acacia boards to see what really happens to those precious edges. So, bamboo vs acacia: which chopping board wins for knife protection? Why board material matters for knife protection A good chopping board should be a friendly partner to your knife. Too soft and it will scar quickly, harbouring bacteria and looking tired in no time. Too hard and it will roll or chip...

If you have ever stood in your kitchen wondering whether that lovely bamboo board is safe for both your Sunday roast prep and your stir fry veg, you are not alone. There is a lot of confusion around which chopping boards you should use for meat and veg in the UK, and bamboo often sits right in the middle of the debate. Let’s clear it up properly so you can prep dinner without worrying about what is lurking on your board. So, can you use bamboo chopping boards for meat and veg in the UK? Yes, you can use bamboo...

Nothing says home quite like a proper roast beef on a Sunday. Crispy roasties, a jug of gravy, Yorkshire puds puffed up like little clouds and that beautiful joint of beef ready to carve. But there’s one thing that can quietly make or break the moment: your chopping board. Choose the wrong board and you’re chasing the beef round the worktop, juices pouring everywhere and your favourite knife getting blunt by the slice. Choose well and carving feels calm, controlled and almost ceremonial. What Makes a Great Carving Board for Roast Beef? When you’re looking for the best chopping boards...