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Glass cutting boards are aesthetically beautiful, but are they just style over substance? While they look more appealing than wood or plastic cutting boards, unfortunately, looks are all they have. Glass cutting boards will dull and roll knife edges, are slippery, and could potentially break. Keep reading, and I’ll explain why glass cutting boards are …

“People who love to eat are always the best people.” said celebrity chef Julia Child. She also said “You’re alone in the kitchen.” She was encouraging and forgiving of people who made small mistakes while cooking. However, there are some mistakes in the kitchen you should never make. One is cross contamination. This is the …

Plastic cutting boards have fewer food safety concerns than wooden ones, but they can be more prone to slipping. That means that while they can be the best choice for safe food handling, they might not be the safest choice for new chefs. For most of human history, people used wooden boards as a cutting …

We all know how important it is to have a cutting board in the kitchen. But what about its heat resistance? Can we use a cutting board to chop cooked food or even place hot pans on it without damaging it? The answer’s not so simple. I tell my audience when we’re discussing which cutting …

I used to work at pizza companies many years ago, and there were marked differences between them. Two companies took the food out of the oven, slipped it into the box, and then cut it. The third took it out of the oven, cut it on a wood cutting board, and then slid it into …

As an avid cook, I often get asked about the best way to care for cutting boards. And while there are a few different schools of thought on the matter, I think the most important thing is to keep them clean and well-maintained. One common question I get is whether food can stain your cutting …

Choosing hardware for your kitchen cabinets is not as easy a task as one might think. The hardware in your kitchen references any knobs or pulls you have on your kitchen cabinets and drawers throughout. How you want your kitchen to appear in style and functionality is at the core of your decision-making. Depending on …

Cutting Boards are Kitchen Essentials. While many are made of beautiful and new-fangled materials, cutting boards were originally made of wood. Many still consider the wood cutting board the professional’s choice.   It may seem surprising to learn that a cutting board (or a simple slab of wood) would need maintenance.  But the truth is …

Two houses ago we had a spectacular galley kitchen with one long, massive kitchen island with a sink. 3 weeks ago we moved into a new house with a large kitchen island with no sink. I now know firsthand the pros and cons of having a kitchen island with a sink.   My preferred kitchen island …

There are different types of range hoods, all with the primary purpose of controlling the smoke, smells, or heat from your culinary space and protecting the splendor of your kitchen. We think you’re ready to blow off some steam, so let’s examine the range of hood varieties to help you select the one you’ll be …

For a single man, I spend a great deal of time in the kitchen. I like to cook—for myself and for invited friends. Although my house is modest in size, I do have a sizeable kitchen. The space is big enough for me to work my magic on the stove and to hold court with …

Whether reconditioning a cutting board you currently have or dressing a new one, they need to be oiled no matter the wood from which they are made. Woodcutting boards can become dry with use and constant washing. If you neglect to oil them, they get dry, brittle, and can delaminate if they are neglected for …

Have you checked recently just how many different kitchen backsplash options are out there?  Choice is great and all, and I’d take too much choice over not enough, but at some point it becomes overwhelming. We just bought a new house. The kitchen is spectacular but we want to put our personal flavor into the …

It might be tempting to submerge your wooden cutting board in the dishwasher. But, it isn’t a good idea. Wood can splinter, warp and even break when exposed to moisture and high heat in a long washing cycle. How Can I Clean My Wooden Chopping Board? Here are ways to clean your chopping board. Cleaning …

You might not know this, but you should always have 4 cutting boards at all times. Use separate cutting boards when preparing raw meat and veggies. To keep your kitchen as sanitary as possible, it’s best to designate one cutting board just for veggies, another just for meat, and two backups.  Cutting meats on the …

“The experts weigh in and ask, are marble cutting boards good? The answer: yes, but only for certain types of food.” I’ve been using the same cutting board for years, and it’s starting to show its age. There are scratches all over my cutting board, and it’s not as stable as it used to be. …

Many people have several wooden cutting boards in their kitchen—one for fruits and vegetables, one for raw meat, and maybe one or two more. But why do people use them? It’s not just because they’re pretty to look at; it’s also because wooden cutting boards are sanitary and safer than plastic ones if cleaned correctly.  …

“When choosing what wood is best for cutting boards, go with what the pro chefs recommend and choose maple. Hands down, maple wooden cutting boards are my go-to choice.” I knew I had officially transformed into a real adult when I became enthralled with a beautiful cutting board. The smooth expanse of end-grain walnut and maple, …

Many people believe that the holes and grooves in cutting boards are for decoration. Others think that the holes help catch food that falls off the board; this reduces the amount of food that goes into the sink. What is the real reason for the small holes and grooves in cutting boards? In this post …

Our dishwashers clean our dishes, so they must stay clean, right? Unfortunately, dishwashers can get even dirtier than the dishes we put in them. Food and debris build-up can make our dishwashers not run optimally, and even began to break down if we don’t keep them clean. But just how do you clean a dishwasher? …