Although we didn’t love the weight when moving the board around, that weight kept it stable on the counter and helped make it a pleasure to use. The end grain is also a bit more gentle on knives, and when testing was done, we didn’t see any cut marks at all. Keep in mind that there are no grooves or spikes, but you can always place the board on a large baking sheet to collect juices that run off the sides. We connected with J.K. Adams Creative Director Sean Osborne to learn more about the features to look for in a carving board. He told us that"going with a darker-toned wood, such as cherry or walnut, may provide a bit more forgiveness against staining and visible carving marks over time." To have a group of brands that support personal and professional growth and development means the world!

A Charcuterie Board is a board or platter arranged with cured meats, cheeses and finger foods. You can go simple or fancy, I’ve even seen some boards that fit an entire table. Charcuterie boards can also be called meat and cheese board, totally up to you. Ingredients you’ll need to make this Steak Charcuterie Board: Seasoning your carving board from time to time can prevent unwanted splintering or warping. It also keeps the board visually stunning. To do this, use food-grade mineral oil and allow it to soak for 30 minutes. Next, apply a beeswax finish to seal in moisture while simultaneously creating a water-repellant barrier on the surface. Avoid using vegetable or olive oils, as these can go rancid with time. Place your condiments and vegetables on various parts of the board. I like to put them in ramekins.After your steaks have rested to allow time for the juices to redistribute, slice them and place them in groupings on the board. Condiments: Our go-to condiments for a charcuterie board are stone ground mustard, fig jam, pestos or olive tapenades. Steak: Use your favorite steak here or whatever is budget friendly. On this board I chose to use a Tomahawk Steak and a Filet Mignon– those are our favorites. One of Mike and I’s favorite new ways to entertain is to make an Epic Steak Charcuterie Board. Think Steak Dinner and Cheese Board have a beautiful baby and now it’s all on one plate! Ya, you get the point! Today, I’m gonna show you how easy it is to make an epic date night dinner or gorgeous board for a dinner party! Let’s dive in!

Juice grooves are immensely helpful for those who grill or roast often, as the juices from your favorite foods can overflow into these wells, without getting all over the counter," Osborne explains. "Spikes are helpful for those who host Thanksgiving, or who roast in the oven regularly." Ribeye –Great marbling and the rich steak flavor. You can buy bone-in or boneless on these – if you don’t mind dealing with the bone, I’d recommend buy it bone-in because the bone gives it more flavor. In testing, these performed well. We used the largest board for carving (the only one large enough for a turkey) and found the second and third boards helpful for arranging the food for serving. Note that bamboo is tougher than normal wood, so it doesn’t show wear as easily but may be less gentle on your knives. We think these boards would be great for beginners due to the size options, fair price, and decent durability. Olive trees are only cut down when they do not carry any fruits for long periods of time. This is a good example of a sustainable cycle in the prodution of natural products. This is a good illustration of how humans can work together with nature to produce enviromentaly friendly products. Each product is handmade using traditional methods and the highest quality of wood. The steak board is oiled with a local oil. It is a wonderful piece of natural wood and a slice of mediterranean living.... It is perfect to cut vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices also meat.... After spending some time in Michigan with the Beef Masters themselves – talking, learning and putting our new found knowledge to the grill I am way more confident in grilling steaks than ever before.However, one of our favorite design choices about this carving board is the three built-in compartments. They slide right out from the underside of the board and can hold your prep ingredients, allowing you to clear your workspace and keep things organized. Or these compartments would work great to store items like olives and nuts for a beautifully presented charcuterie board.