The Secret to a Perfect Cheese Board: Choosing the Right Wooden Board
When it comes to entertaining at home, nothing brings people together quite like a cheese board. Whether it’s a cosy night in with family, a weekend barbecue with friends, or a holiday celebration, a well-styled cheese board turns any gathering into something special. But here’s the secret: the board itself matters just as much as […]
Sustainable Kitchenware That Lasts: Wild Wood’s Dedication to the Environment 🌱
In today’s world, many families are looking for simple ways to live a little greener. From reusable coffee cups to shopping with cloth bags, small choices at home make a big difference. But here’s one thing you might not have thought about — your chopping board. At Wild Wood, we believe that every kitchen can […]
Multi-Piece vs. Single-Piece Wooden Chopping Boards: What Home Chefs Should Know
If you’ve ever shopped for a wooden chopping board, you’ve probably noticed they don’t all look the same. Some are cut from a single slab of timber, while others are built from multiple pieces carefully joined together, sometimes in a butcher-block checker board style. Both can look beautiful on the bench — but when it […]
The Benefits of Wooden Chopping Boards: A Timeless Kitchen Essential
Every kitchen has one tool that quietly works harder than the rest: the chopping board. It’s there for every meal, every snack, every slice of bread or tomato. But not all chopping boards are created equal. Some crack, some warp, some ruin your knives. And then there are wooden chopping boards—the ones that feel solid […]
Kitchen Upgrades That Make Everyday Cooking Easier
If you’re thinking about how to improve your kitchen, you’re not alone. The kitchen is still the most renovated room in the home, and for good reason — it’s where families cook, gather, and share meals together. But a beautiful kitchen isn’t just about shiny stone benchtops or brand-new cabinets. The real magic happens when […]
Big Brekkie or BBQ Feast? Picking the Right Chopping Board for Every Aussie Kitchen
When it comes to Aussie kitchens, there’s one hero that often gets overlooked—the chopping board. Whether you’re cooking up a lazy Sunday brekkie, prepping a family BBQ, or carving the Christmas roast, your chopping board plays a bigger role than you might think. But here’s the question most home chefs ask: what’s the right size […]
3 Ways Planting Trees Reduces Urban Heat — and How Wild Wood Gives Back
Step outside on a summer’s day in the middle of the city, and you’ll notice it instantly. The air feels hotter, the ground radiates warmth, and the heat seems to cling long after the sun sets. This isn’t just a feeling—it’s the urban heat island effect, and it’s making cities across the world uncomfortably (and […]
What is the difference between a cutting board and a butcher’s block chopping board?
At Wild Wood, I am often asked what does a butcher’s block chopping board actually mean? What does it do as opposed to a regular cutting board? For a little bit of history, the use of a butcher block first originated in China, though Europeans have used butcher blocks for centuries as well. The concept […]
Acacia Wood Chopping Boards: Tough Enough for Food Prep, Beautiful Enough for Serving
When it comes to choosing a chopping board for your kitchen, it’s easy to get lost in the options. Bamboo, maple, plastic, glass and titanium (yikes) — there’s no shortage of debate about what’s “best.” But if you talk to everyday cooks, or peek into the homes of families who love to cook together, you’ll […]
End Grain vs. Long Grain: Wooden Chopping Boards – Which is More Knife-Friendly?
If you’ve ever shopped for a good quality wooden chopping board, you’ve probably noticed there’s more to it than just grabbing the first one you see. Sure, they all look nice – rich wood grains, sturdy designs, and that classic feel that makes your kitchen instantly look more stylish. But when you dig a little […]

