Cutting Boards & Cutting Mats

Custom Cutting Boards for Nutrition Programs, Cooking Demonstrations, and Staff Recognition

Nutrition educators running a cooking class at a community health center, program coordinators building a serving piece for a wellness event table, and hospital recognition leads looking for a laser-engravable gift that will land on a kitchen counter all reach the cutting board shelf. A laser-engraved bamboo board given at a cooking demonstration is something the participant keeps on their counter and uses; a branded acacia set given at a Nurses Week recognition makes the gesture tangible in a way a card does not. The shelf covers bamboo, acacia, and plastic formats in single boards and two-board gift sets, running from $1.73 mini boards suitable for health fair giveaway bags through engraved Cuisinart bamboo sets and Joseph Joseph foldable mats above $60. Health Promotions Now sends free samples to businesses and organizations so program leads can compare board size, surface material, and engravability before selecting for a cooking class or recognition order.

The shelf carries formats across three functional categories. Small plastic and bamboo boards in the $1.73 to $6 range work as health fair handouts, cooking demonstration supplies, and take-home items for nutrition education kits. Mid-range acacia and bamboo boards with engraving panels in the $10 to $30 range serve cooking class programs and mid-tier recognition. Premium bamboo sets, foldable mat systems, and Cuisinart and Joseph Joseph gift formats above $30 sit in the recognition and appreciation register. Engraving is available on select bamboo and acacia formats; the product page confirms which items accept a laser imprint and what the setup requirements are for a hospital or health department logo.

Common Questions About Custom Cutting Boards

What materials are available, and which holds up best for a cooking class?
The shelf carries bamboo, acacia, and plastic boards. Bamboo and acacia are the most durable for repeated use in a cooking class setting and accept laser engraving well. Plastic boards in smaller sizes are practical health fair handouts and are often used as giveaway items rather than functional class supplies. For a cooking class where participants will actually use the board during a session, bamboo or acacia in a size appropriate for the recipe is the standard choice. Call 800.378.6376 for a recommendation based on your class size and recipe format.

Can the boards be laser engraved with our organization logo?
Yes, select bamboo and acacia boards on this shelf accept laser engraving. Engraving options vary by item; the product page confirms which boards are engraving-eligible and what the setup and minimum requirements are. For a hospital or health department logo, the laser-engrave format typically produces a clean, permanent result that reads well on natural wood tones. Call 800.378.6376 to confirm which format fits your logo file and your timeline.

What is the difference between a bamboo board and an acacia board for a recognition gift?
Bamboo is a denser, lighter grain that reads as clean and modern; acacia has a warmer, more varied grain that reads as more of a premium gift. Both accept laser engraving well. Acacia tends to land better in a recognition context where the gift is meant to feel elevated; bamboo works well in a cooking class or wellness program context where the item is both functional and branded. If you are presenting options to an appreciation committee, requesting a sample of each gives the committee something to set side by side before the order goes in.

Our nutrition program educator wants to test cutting board sizes for a cooking class before we commit to the class quantity. Can we get a sample?
Yes, and you do not have to pick a single size first. Add a small bamboo board, a mid-size acacia board, and a plastic giveaway board to your sample basket from the individual product pages, or call 800.378.6376 and a specialist will pull a format set. What arrives gives the educator a chance to test each size in an actual cooking session and confirm which surface and dimensions work for the class recipe before the class order goes in. Free samples ship to a business or organization address. Visit the Health Promotions Now sample basket to start your review.

What if we need the cutting boards for a cooking demonstration coming up in a few weeks?
Many items on this shelf are QuickShip-eligible, which means they ship faster than standard production items. Engraved boards need additional lead time for imprint production. Call 800.378.6376 with your event date and the format you are considering; a specialist can confirm which boards can meet your window and whether engraving is achievable in your timeline or whether a stock board is the right call for the schedule.