Custom Cutting Boards, Handmade in New Orleans
Pagani Woodworks builds custom cutting boards and butcher blocks by hand in a New Orleans workshop — the same bench where Seven Six drums are made. Every board is cut, glued, milled, sanded and finished one at a time, with wood chosen for its grain, density and how long it will last in a working kitchen.
New Orleans is a city that cooks. A good board is something you reach for every day, for everything from a pot of gumbo to a holiday spread, and it should last for decades. Get in touch to commission one built to your size and style.
2 cutting boards · from $175
Don't see the board you want? Every piece can be made to order. Tell us the size, the style and how you cook, and we will design it with you.
End-Grain or Edge-Grain?
End-grain butcher blocks are built from short blocks standing on end, so your knife slips between the wood fibers instead of cutting across them. They are thick, heavy and kind to your knives — the board for serious prep. Edge-grain boards are built from long strips laid side by side. They are lighter, easier to move, and ideal for everyday chopping and serving.
What You Can Customize
- Size and thickness to fit your counter, island or serving space
- Wood species and pattern
- Juice grooves for carving and hand-holds for lifting
- Feet to keep the board off the counter
- Charcuterie and serving boards for entertaining
- Gift orders for weddings, holidays, housewarmings and businesses
Ready to start? Send us a message with your idea, or browse all Pagani Woodworks pieces.
Caring for Your Board
Wash by hand with warm soapy water and dry it standing up. Never soak a board or put it in the dishwasher. New Orleans humidity is hard on wood, so re-oil the board with a food-safe board oil whenever it starts to look dry. Cared for this way, a handmade board will last a lifetime.
Cutting Board Questions
- Can I order a cutting board in a custom size?
- Yes. Every board can be built to the dimensions of your counter, island or serving space. Tell us how you will use it and we will recommend a thickness and construction to match.
- What is the difference between end-grain and edge-grain boards?
- End-grain boards show the ends of the wood fibers, which are gentle on knife edges and very durable — the classic butcher block. Edge-grain boards show long stripes of grain, are lighter, and make excellent everyday prep and serving boards.
- Can I pick up my board in New Orleans?
- Local pickup in New Orleans can be arranged when you order. We also ship boards anywhere in the world.
- Do you make cutting boards as gifts?
- Yes. Custom boards make lasting wedding, holiday, housewarming and corporate gifts. Get in touch early for larger or date-specific orders.
- How do I care for my board?
- Hand wash and dry it right away, never soak it or put it in the dishwasher, and re-oil it with a food-safe board oil whenever the wood looks dry.