What is the healthiest chopping board?
If you care about what goes into your body, you probably care about what your food touches too. That usually leads to one question: what is the healthiest chopping board? There are plenty of strong opinions out there. Plastic is easiest to clean. Wood is naturally antibacterial. Glass is hygienic but ruins knives. So who is actually right? Let’s break it down calmly, with a cuppa in hand, and look at what really makes a food safe cutting board and which materials are best if you want the healthiest chopping board in your kitchen. What does “healthiest chopping board” actually...
What are the disadvantages of bamboo cutting boards?
Bamboo chopping boards are everywhere at the moment. They look smart, they are often more affordable than hardwood and they are sold as the eco friendly choice. At Deer & Oak we make a lot of bamboo and carbonised bamboo boards, so we are big fans of the material. But is bamboo perfect? Not quite. Like any material, it has trade offs. If you are wondering about bamboo cutting board disadvantages before you invest, you are absolutely right to ask. Let’s walk through the main bamboo chopping board cons, how serious they really are in everyday use, and when you...
Is it safe to cut raw meat on a bamboo cutting board?
If you love the look and feel of bamboo in your kitchen, you are not alone. It is sustainable, smart on the worktop and kind to your knives. But when it comes to chicken thighs or a big joint of beef, many people pause and ask the same thing: is it actually safe to cut raw meat on a bamboo cutting board? So, is a bamboo cutting board safe for raw meat? Yes, a bamboo cutting board is safe for raw meat as long as you use it correctly and clean it properly. The material itself is not the problem....
Are bamboo boards healthy?
If you have ever stood in the kitchen wondering whether your trusty bamboo board is actually a healthy choice, you are not alone. With so many materials on the market, it is sensible to ask: are bamboo boards healthy, and is a bamboo chopping board safe for everyday family cooking? So, are bamboo boards healthy? In short, yes, bamboo boards can be a very healthy and food safe choice when they are well made and properly looked after. They are naturally dense, relatively hard wearing and, when finished correctly, provide a hygienic surface for chopping fruit, veg, bread and cooked...