dailyloe.com – Celebrity chefs Ina Garten, Rachael Ray, and Giada De Laurentiis all recommend John Boos Block cutting boards. This follows concerns about microplastics from scratched plastic boards. The chefs and Food & Wine editors endorse the wooden boards for safety and longevity. The recommendation was published on April 12, 2026.
Ina Garten has recommended John Boos Block R-Boards for years. She keeps them on her countertop for immediate use. The 20- x 15-inch maple board is 1.5 inches thick. Its solid construction prevents slipping during chopping tasks.
The soft maple wood is gentle on knife blades. This makes it suitable for daily kitchen use. Garten suggests it can be a permanent countertop fixture. Her endorsement includes a specific reversible model.
Food & Wine editors rated the John Boos Chop-N-Slice as their top wooden board. They praised its durability and aesthetic appeal. This slightly thinner model also received high marks. The brand itself is frequently recommended by culinary experts.
Giada De Laurentiis has also recommended the John Boos brand. Rachael Ray provided a strong endorsement on her show. She stated she has used Boos Boards for years. Ray continues to use them at the Food Network.
On the ‘Rachael Ray Show,’ Ray expressed her long-term preference. She said, ‘For years and years and years, and to this day at Food Network, I always chop on a big old Boos Board.’ This quote highlights her consistent use. The endorsement is based on personal professional experience.
Ina Garten featured her John Boos butcher’s block in a 2020 YouTube video. She included it on a list of her favorite things. Garten claimed, ‘If you take care of them, they last forever.’ This statement emphasizes the product’s potential longevity.
Amazon shoppers support these professional endorsements with personal reviews. Several claim their John Boos boards have lasted for decades. Others report using them daily for ultimate convenience. Many keep the boards permanently on their countertops.
The shift from plastic is driven by health concerns. A recent study found scratched plastic boards leach microplastics. These microplastics can get into food and pose health risks. Experts advise opting for wooden boards to stay safe.
The John Boos Block R-Board is available for purchase at Amazon. The price is listed at $118, down from $125. This specific model is Ina Garten’s exact pick. The board’s reversible design adds to its versatility.[]
Source: Food & Wine
