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If you care about sharp knives, the chopping board you use every day matters far more than most people realise. The wrong surface will dull a freshly sharpened edge in no time. So is acacia or bamboo better for knife-sharpening in your kitchen[1][2][4]? Let’s unpack it in a practical, no nonsense way. First things first: your board does not sharpen your knife There is one myth to clear up straight away. No wooden or bamboo board will actually sharpen a knife. Sharpening means removing metal with a stone or system. Your board’s job is different: it should protect the edge...

If you like your kitchen kit to look as good as it cooks, a simple monthly oiling routine is one of the best habits you can pick up. The trick is choosing chopping boards that actually suit that routine, rather than fighting against it. At Deer & Oak we specialise in bamboo, carbonised bamboo and acacia boards, all pre oiled and designed for real kitchens, not show homes. Let’s talk about which boards are best for easy monthly oiling routines and how to keep them looking beautiful with the least possible faff. Why monthly oiling is worth the two minutes...

If you love the feel of a sharp knife on a smooth board and want your kitchen kit to last for years, daily oiling and simple maintenance can turn a good bamboo chopping board into a truly great one. The trick is choosing the right board in the first place and then giving it the kind of care that fits into real life, not a fantasy kitchen routine. Why Bamboo Chopping Boards Love Daily Oiling Bamboo is naturally dense and less porous than many traditional woods, which is why it is so popular in busy British kitchens. It resists deep...

If you love cooking from scratch, raw chicken or a big joint of beef is probably a regular on your menu. What you really don’t want as a regular guest is salmonella or campylobacter lurking on your chopping board. Wooden boards like bamboo, carbonised bamboo and acacia are beautiful, kind to your knives and naturally more hygienic than many people realise. But they still need proper care, especially after raw meat. Here are the best ways to disinfect wooden chopping boards after raw meat, without ruining the wood. Why wooden boards are a smart choice for raw meat Before we...