Take care of your board for endless charcuterie
Sometimes, traditional materials are the most effective. While surfaces like marble, plastic, glass, and metals certainly have their roles in the kitchen, the materials used by your grandmother or her grandmother often outperform more contemporary or high-tech alternatives. A reliable wooden cutting board — and a cherished wooden spoon, while we're at it — exemplifies how the old ways can be the best ways.
And if you’re concerned that wood might be unsanitary or difficult to clean, especially after handling cheese, meats, and similar items, that’s a misconception. "I find that wood works wonderfully as long as it’s properly treated and maintained," says Dominick DiBartolomeo. At his cheese shop, boards are simply washed with soap and water and then sanitized to ensure they remain spotless. It’s also crucial to remember to clean wooden cutting boards on both sides. Don’t overlook the final step: applying food-grade mineral oil is essential for preventing any wooden kitchen tools, like boards, from drying out or cracking, keeping the wood healthy, moisturized, and beautiful for years to come.
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