Mother Nature's Gift
Thanks to the dense, fine pore structure of the wood, bacteria can hardly penetrate or survive.
Olive wood naturally possesses antibacterial properties, which have been proven in independent studies.
It offers crucial health benefits that no other material combines in this way. The dense and smooth structure of olive wood naturally acts as an antibacterial barrier, preventing bacteria from penetrating deeply or multiplying. Unlike plastic utensils, which develop cracks over time and trap germs, olive wood remains hygienic and durable.
Scientists at the University of Wisconsin found that wooden cutting boards, especially those made of olive wood, almost completely absorb and kill germs: Just 3–10 minutes after contamination, typical bacteria like E. coli were no longer detectable in the wood – whereas on plastic, they survived and even multiplied overnight.
By choosing olive wood, you're opting for a material that naturally inhibits germs and prevents cross-contamination in the kitchen. This way, your food remains free from invisible dangers – a reassuring feeling you can taste.
Another health benefit of olive wood is its knife-friendliness. The robust hardwood provides a resistant cutting surface, yet it is more forgiving than glass or ceramic, thus preserving your knife blades.
Every hobby chef knows: A sharp knife not only cuts more precisely but also more safely – you have to exert less force and are less likely to slip and injure yourself. Olive wood helps keep your knives sharper for longer.
Unlike very hard materials or boards with mineral fillers (e.g., bamboo with high silica content), olive wood is less abrasive on the blade. This means that less metal abrasion from the blade ends up in the food while chopping and cutting, and resharpening is less frequently needed. If the blade remains intact, no tiny metal particles are created that could end up in the food – a very important hygiene factor.
At the same time, fewer deep cut grooves are created on the wooden board where bacteria could settle. The surface of olive wood is hard enough to withstand cuts, but the wood does not fray. If your board shows many cut marks after years, you can easily sand it down and refresh it with a bit of oil – and it's like new again.
No olive tree is cut down for our products. We use only wood from trees that no longer bear fruit, or wood that results from the care of olive groves. This results in no unnecessary intervention in nature - instead, the wood is given a second life in the form of beautiful, durable kitchen helpers. This sustainable use reflects our deep respect for nature and its cycle.
Our olive wood utensils and cutting boards are handcrafted in Tunisia with great care and attention to detail. For generations, experienced craftsmen there have been cultivating the art of olive wood processing and passing their knowledge from parents to children. Every step is a tribute to nature and the centuries-old tradition that shapes this craft.
Production takes place in small, family-run workshops where fair working conditions and appreciation of traditional craftsmanship are a matter of course. Each product is unique, with a grain as individual as a fingerprint. Thus, not only a utility item is created, but a piece of Mediterranean joy of life and craftsmanship that enriches your kitchen.
With our olive wood utensils and cutting boards, you bring the warmth of nature and the soul of artisanal tradition into your home. Robust, durable, and unique - each piece tells its own story.