Mesquiteman - thanks very much for the suggestion. I actually have thought about it; the company I purchased from - Ozarkwest, makes mesquite boards too. Mesquite does sound great aesthetically too - I love the reddish, warm look of aged cherry, and I understand mesquite has a similar look...
Well, thanks again for the additional comments and feedback. AMSeccia - I think that the way the cherry ages just makes it look more beautiful - richer and darker. I don't think she'd mind that. However, even though many of you prefer the photo #3 with the all-cherry board, unfortunately I...
Celiac - I'm definitely planning on getting her a Kitchenaid stand mixer. I was going to get the special copper professional 620 model they have at Williams Sonoma. I've been a little hesitant because I honestly don't know whether she bakes much, but it seems like a wonderful kitchen appliance...
Thanks Celiac. I've never actually used an immersion blender, but I see them used all the time on Food Network, and they seem like great tools. DO YOU MAINLY JUST USE THE MIXER ATTACHMENT, or do you also use the whisk often?
This woman's a very passionate home cook who's taken a bunch of...
Hi everyone,
Have you used DYNAMIC immersion blenders? I'm thinking of getting one for a woman who's an avid home cook. Good present, as a luxury item for a really passionate home cook?
They're REALLY powerful - used in most high-end commercial kitchens. Much more powerful and durable than...
Timelesstimber.com boards - amazing
What do you think of these boards? They're from Timelesstimber.com; made from salvaged logs which sank 100 years ago or more. Unfortunately, I think these are very thin, and might be designed as serving platters (great for that purpose though). They do have...
AMSeccia - Thanks so much for your feedback. I haven't seen her kitchen lately, but she lives in S. Florida. I don't know what that indicates, but I don't imagine a 'cottage' type feel. Actually, I picture most homes in S. Florida with light colors and woods, but I just think either the cherry...
Pastaking - thanks. Did you get your board from Ozarkwest? What do you think of it; the finish and quality, etc.? Was it really smooth and shiny when you first got it? I really love the aged cherry boards, with their rich, burgundy color. However, I'm concerned that it will look very light...
Hi everyone,
I want to buy a wood cutting board for a woman who is an avid home chef. Not sure which one to get. Not concerned about price; just want to choose the most beautiful and interesting one - which she'll be MOST LIKELY to find attractive. Don't know how her kitchen is decorated, and...