Cutting Boards versus Chopping Blocks

Must admit, I hear about this question all the time and it's a great one at that! Here's the very quick version of the difference between the two:

The ultimate difference is how each is constructed. Thus if you're cutting on the 'end grain' or 'ends' of the strips of wood, then you have a chopping block. If you're cutting on the 'edge' or more commonly the 'face' of the wood strips, then you have a cutting board.

So which one is right for you? All depends on what you're going to do. Have some serious chopping for meat's and things? Then go with a chopping block - it will stand up to the punishment. And if it's just a light board to cut those veggies on then go straight for the cutting boards.

Here's some options to view online -

Chopping Blocks

Cutting Boards

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