I initially balked at spending this much money on a cutting board, but boy am I glad my wife talked me into this one! The Boos Block is incredible. Solid, sturdy, and well-crafted; plus, it's more than easy on the eyes. This thing lives on the end of the island in our kitchen, where it sees daily use. I can't tell you how many complements we've received about it from our friends -- the pictures on Amazon really don't do it justice. It's definitely an all-around winner.
We use the side with the "gravy groove" for everyday work, like slicing bread, chopping vegetables, etc. The flat side is reserved for dough work, such as rolling out a pizza or making pie crust. Since the wood can absorb some of the stronger odors, this is a good method for preventing cross-contamination. No one wants and onion-flavored apple pie, right?
Given it's size and weight, clean-up is a bit more involved than the usual "throw it in the dishwasher." For routine cleaning, a little hot soapy water and a sponge does the trick. We have a divided sink, so it's impossible to put the block all the way down it; there's a usually a bit of a balancing act going on, but it works out okay. Since it's all natural wood, it does need to be conditioned occasionally. We've been using the
John Boos Mystery Oil Butcher Block Oil
about once a month, and that seems to do the trick. There is also the
John Boos Board Cream
, which is billed as being less messy than the oil, although we haven't tried it yet.
This Boos Block, like all the company's products, is made in the United States.
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From the manufacturer
John Boos Countertop Reversible Cutting Board
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Deep Juice Moat Collects Carving JuicesEach Countertop board features a deep juice moat/juice groove. Slice poultry and carve meats with ease, the juices will collect for easy disposal. |
Unique Design Sits Flush Against Countertops or Island TopsThis cutting board features 90 degree edges that are designed to sit flush against countertops or island tops.The design holds the board steady with the work top during use. |
This Cutting Board is Reversible: Two Cutting SurfacesThe reverse side of these cutting board is a completely flat cutting surface (no juice moat/gravy moat). It is ideal for slicing, cutting, chopping bread, vegetables, fruit and more. The large prep surface provides ample space for a variety of tasks. |
The History of John Boos & Co
In 1887, Effingham, Illinois blacksmith Conrad Boos used a Sycamore tree placed on three legs while hammering horseshoes. Three years later, a local butcher realized a wooden Boos Block could be used for cutting meat, and had one custom made. By 1911, John Boos & Co was shipping custom butcher blocks from coast to coast. Throughout the 20’s to 40’s, John Boos expanded and added tables and workbenches to their product range, the majority of which went to the war effort during WWII. By the 1940s, John Boos had earned their outstanding reputation for quality and craftsmanship, and their butcher blocks were found in every restaurant, food store and butcher shop in America. Today, the traditional craftsmen work ethic is still alive and well at John Boos, where all boards and butcher blocks are still proudly manufactured in Effingham, Illinois. Often imitated, John Boos boards and blocks are favorites of professional chefs and can be found in restaurants and commercial settings worldwide
Committed to Environmental Integrity
John Boos’ Hardwood foresters follow professional best practices that mirror natural forces. Individual trees are selected for harvest, encouraging forests to renew and regenerate themselves naturally and prolifically. John Boos & Co. recycles 95% of all raw lumber scraps and sawdust which are used to generate electricity and create steam to fuel the boilers. John Boos sawdust is also recycled as livestock bedding for local agricultural needs.
Care and Maintenance
Keeping Your Board Sanitized:
Wash your John Boos cutting board with hot soapy water after each use and dry with a clean towel or let it air dry. For further sanitation, the board can be rinsed with a vinegar or chlorine bleach solution. (1 teaspoon bleach to one quart of water/5-to-1 ratio of vinegar to water) Do not soak the board in water, this will damage the wood. Like all natural wood cutting boards, John Boos boards are not intended for the dishwasher.
Maintaining Your Board:
Oil your cutting board on all surfaces every 3-4 weeks to maintain the original Boos block cream finish with beeswax. This quick task will protect and prolong the board’s life and ensure it is enjoyed for decades to come. John Boos recommends using John Boos Mystery Oil and/or John Boos Block Cream. (Sold separately on Amazon.)
John Boos Mystery Oil and Butcher Block Cream: Recommended for use with all John Boos wood products
- Food Safe
- Easy to Apply
- Protects and prolongs the life of the board
- Sold separately on Amazon, just search for ‘Boos Mystery Oil’ or ‘Boos Board Cream’
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| size | 23.75"L x 17.25"W | 24x18x1.5 | 24"L x 18"W | 22"L x 16"W | 23.75"L x 23.75"W | 12" |
| material | Wood | Hard Maple | Wood | Wood | Wood | Maple Wood |
| shape | Square | Rectangular | Rectangular | Round | Square | Square |
| thickness | 1.25 inches inches | 1.5 inches inches | 1.5 inches inches | 1.25 inches inches | 1.25 inches inches | 1.5 inches inches |
| weight | 14.1 pounds | 17.2 pounds | 1 pounds | 1 pounds | 1 pounds | 6.88 pounds |
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John Boos block improved my kitchen!
When we downsized from our large home to a small home we gave up a very large (3' x 5') John Boos end-grain block work table. I missed my large Boos block table very much and my wife gave me this as a birthday present. It is great. It fits well in our new (much smaller) kitchen and cleans up nicely. The gravy groove is great when we are carving large roasts (like turkey on Thanksgiving).
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Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2020
Size: 23.75"L x 23.75"WVerified Purchase
When we downsized from our large home to a small home we gave up a very large (3' x 5') John Boos end-grain block work table. I missed my large Boos block table very much and my wife gave me this as a birthday present. It is great. It fits well in our new (much smaller) kitchen and cleans up nicely. The gravy groove is great when we are carving large roasts (like turkey on Thanksgiving).
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Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2021
Size: 23.75"L x 23.75"WVerified Purchase
I love John Boos products but this particular board doesn’t seem to ship well. This is my 2nd board, same specs, that arrived with a crack on the side. I returned the last one only to reorder this one which also arrived with a crack. Perhaps the shipping needs better packaging for this large board. I would keep this damaged board at a discount but not finding this as an option.
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Tyler Laird
Make sure to oil it prior to using
Reviewed in Canada on October 25, 2021Size: 23.75"L x 17.25"WVerified Purchase
GUBBI
Solid quality
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2021Size: 23.75"L x 23.75"WVerified Purchase
GUBBI
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2021
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