THE CHEF'S NOTEBOOK

TECHNIQUE NOTES

Set the station before the service starts.

Working notes on end-grain boards, knife work, and a station that runs clean.

Why End-Grain Boards Self-Heal and What That Means for Your Kitchen How to Season a New End-Grain Cutting Board The Right Board Size for Every Station Setup Why Maple Dominates End-Grain Construction Knife Angle and Board Wear Why Your Board Cups, and How to Stop It End Grain vs Edge Grain: What Actually Changes Under the Knife

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Why End-Grain Boards Self-Heal and What That Means for Your Kitchen

End-grain cutting boards close up after every cut. How the wood fiber structure works, why it matters for hygiene and longevity, and what self-healing actually looks like after years of use.

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