The Professional / Executive Chef Cutting Board is a large and durable solid Teak Edge Grain Board, handcrafted for serious kitchen use in West Hartford and surrounding areas. It can also be created with a Sapele frame that complements the bright colors in the Teak grain, making it a standout piece for both function and presentation in homes across Hartford and nearby communities.

This makes an excellent present for the aspiring chef or massive BBQ meat-cutting aficionado in your life—perfect for gifting in Simsbury, Wethersfield, and Manchester. Rubber/silicon feet are included with the board to offer stability, airflow for drying, and separation from the tabletop. To make lifting and transporting the board easier, convenient handles are cut into the bottom of each side.

Our professional series of teak cutting boards are provided in three basic sizes. The first two are Large and Extra-large and can be provided in either solid Teak only or with a Sapele border that offers a pleasing and definitive aesthetic effect. The third size is a well-known executive chef-sized board made popular by American Test Kitchen among others, widely appreciated by cooking enthusiasts throughout central Connecticut. It is available in Teak only as a standard offering.

 

Board Details

Large 18 x 12 x 2 inches - $150.00

Large with Sapele Border 18 x 12 x 2 inches - $170.00

Executive Chef 20 x 15 x (1.5 -1.75) inches - $160.00

Master Chef X Large 24 x 18 x 2 inches - $190.00

X Large with Sapele Border 24 x 18 x 2 inches - $210.00

Engraving $20.00

Juice Groove - $15.00

Rubber feet and cut in handle included.

• Custom laser engraving is available upon request, making it a unique and practical gift option in West Hartford and surrounding towns.
• Because it is a teak edge grain, the board may be simply maintained with frequent applications of food-safe mineral oil or a conditioning blend of mineral oil and food-safe wax.
• With proper care and maintenance, this board is designed to survive heavy and consistent use for many years—ideal for both home chefs and professionals in Farmington and Avon.

You may wonder why teak and edge grain are used. After many hours of research (essentially YouTube, magazines, and Google), I discovered that many organizations that evaluate boards frequently rank teak edge grain boards as equal to, or a favorite over, end grain boards. End grain has long been known to improve knife blade durability; however, teak wood is also not harsh on your cutting knives. One such organization is American Test Kitchen, which chose teak edge boards as their favorite for several years.

Teak edge grain has various often overlooked benefits:

o For starters, teak has a natural supply of oils and antibacterial defenses. It does not require the same volume and frequency of mineral oil applications as end grain boards. As a result, maintenance requirements are reduced.

o Edge grain boards offer fewer possible glue failure points than end grain boards. Teak edge grain boards are among the most resilient and long-lasting.

o Edge grain is less prone to dampness, which can cause discoloration.

o Teak edge boards are less expensive and more efficient to create because they require fewer processes.

Finally, I enjoy the colors and texture of teak, as well as its vibrant appearance, while the boards still provide the substantial weight and durability required in a professional, heavy-use scenario—perfect for kitchens across West Hartford and beyond.