Cutting boards

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I have never heard of a bamboo cutting board, I wouldn't have thought bamboo would be strong enough to take all the cutting from sparp knives, I will have to check them out as I have heard the plasticy ones are not real good...

That seems reasonable for a cutting board especially of bamboo. I too would prefer it over plastic. Just too much plastic in our lives these days. Hope all this helps you with your new board.
Bamboo is an extremely hardy grass that is easily grown and naturally replenishing resource. It doesn't have to be replanted after chopping down and is strong, durable, and pretty. Boards constructed of bamboo are fast (the hard surface makes it easier to work the knife) and durable. The boards absorb less liquid than maple wood and are typicaly easier to wash since the knive cuts won't be as deep or plantiful. Like other wood boards, they should not be soaked in water or placed in the dishwasher.

PROS: Crafted from narrow, laminated bamboo strips, these boards have become popular for everyday cooking because they function just as well as hardwood boards without all the extra TLC. They're lightweight and attractive enough to double as serving trays, and the hard surface means fewer nicks and slices that harbor bacteria.

CONS: Bamboo (which is a grass) is harder than wood, so it performs well, but your knives will need more frequent sharpening.

CARE: Compared with wood boards, bamboo won't shrink or swell as much when exposed to water, and you won't need to apply oil as frequently. Regular rinsing with warm water and mild detergent and an occasional sweep of mineral oil are enough to keep the sheen intact. With proper care, a bamboo board will last at least 10 years.

never had one but if you saythey are that good and bacteria resistant i need to buy one and you cant beat that price.

i have a bamboo one also, i got mine through pampered chef when i had my book show. on one side it has a grove all around the the outside to keep juices running off of the board and on the other side it has a big oval groove in it to put like a turkey or roast in it so that it doesn't slide all over the place. it retails for 69.00 but i got it for 15.00 with my discount and sales.

Oh, I've never seen a bamboo cutting board -- I don't get out much, lol. But I'm a cheapskate, so if it was $25 somewhere, I sure as heck wouldn't be paying*that* lol. I've just always had a wooden one, but to tell you the truth, I'm not sure what kind of wood it is!

I never heard of a bamboo cutting board. I have used wood, and it hold bacteria. I used glass, but it dulled the knives. So now I use plastic, and like it best. I will pay up to $15. for a cutting board.

We just had our countertop replaced and when they cut the hole for the sink,I held onto the piece and use that.....it's great