Blog Posts for Soapstone Products

Why Choose a Teak Cheeseboard

A teak cheeseboard is not only a stylish and elegant addition to your kitchen or dining space, but it also offers numerous benefits that make it a popular choice among homeowners and cheese connoisseurs alike. Here are some key advantages of a teak cheeseboard:

Durability of Teak Cheeseboards:

Teak is a highly durable hardwood known for its natural resistance to moisture, rot, and pests. These qualities make teak cheeseboards exceptionally long-lasting and capable of withstanding the rigors of regular use. With proper care, a teak cheeseboard can maintain its beauty and functionality for years to come.

If you're a fan of making homemade pizza (or you’re looking for a gift for the pizza lover in your life), investing in a high-quality pizza stone is a must. Soapstone pizza stones offer several unique benefits that make them worth considering.

Soapstone Heat Retention

First and foremost, soapstone is an excellent conductor of heat. This means that a soapstone pizza stone will heat up quickly and evenly, resulting in a perfectly cooked pizza with a crispy crust. The even heat distribution also helps to prevent hot spots or burnt areas on the crust, which can be a common issue with other types of pizza stones.

Durability

Are you ready to take your hosting skills to the next level? Look no further than the exquisite world of grazing boards, charcuterie boards, and cheese boards. These culinary wonders are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. And when it comes to displaying these creations, Mango and Teak Wood boards are the perfect choice. Let's dive into the intricacies of each board style and discover how these stunning boards can enhance your entertaining experience.

Grazing Board: A Feast for the Senses

Why Teak & Slate Coasters are Great Gifts

If you’re seeing a lot of events on your calendar over the next few months, you’re not alone. Stock up on handcrafted gifts that will look great in any home, so you’re ready with a housewarming gift at every party.

Unique and Handcrafted

Choosing between Teak and Mango Products

With beautiful options in serving boards, cheeseboards, and coasters in both Teak and Mango woods, you may not know which one is best for your home (or gifting!). Here’s a little information about each one, so you can feel like you’re making a decision based on more than just looks.

Great features of “The Original Vermont Slate” cheeseboards

If you’ve been searching for a cheeseboard for serving appetizers or charcuterie boards, then “The Original Vermont Slate” cheese board might be the right choice for you.

Keep reading to find out why it makes a great gift for your friends (or yourself!):

Why you need to use the Original Slate Oil™️

If you have a slate countertop in your home, you may have heard you need to seal or treat it regularly. At Garden State Soapstone, Slate &Wood Countertops, our installers will treat the slate after our installation and recommend you use The Original Slate Oil™️ to continue maintenance.

No need for sealing with harsh chemicals because the organic oil does all the work. Here’s how:

After a day of skiing or playing in the snow, nothing tastes as good as a pizza. While you think you’ll eat anything to get warm, these delicious recipes will make snow days your new favorite day of the year.

Winter Squash & Prosciutto

This recipe from The Original Dish sounds decadent but manages to be nutritious with tasty winter squashes and kale. Topped with butternut and burrata, it’s sure to be on repeat throughout the season, keeping you cozy and warm in the long, dark nights.

How to Make a Trendy Butter Board for NYE

Are you hosting on New Year’s Eve or attending the party? Try the trendy butter board (do a quick search on TikTok) on one of our wood or slate serving boards, and then leave the board as a gift for the host!

Shop Small & Sustainable for Holiday Gifts

It’s the holiday season! If you’re still looking for holiday gifts or stocking up on hostess gifts for the many events you’ll be attending, check out the top choices from Soapstone Products!

Soapstone Pizza Stones

Our soapstone pizza stones are the best gift because they can be used any season of the year. Not only are they great for oven-baked pizza, but you can use them for cooking on an outdoor grill. And they’re not just for pizza! Use them for cooking meats or vegetables outdoors, too.

Shop pre-cut soapstone pizza stones or request a customized size.

So, What is Mango Wood?

When you think of cutting and serving boards, your mind might go to bamboo first. While many home items are made from bamboo because it’s easy to find, Mango wood offers a unique wood grain pattern and achieves similar sustainability goals.

When looking for the best eco, budget, and maintenance-friendly woods for your home, Mango should be at the top of your list!

Benefits of Mango Wood

Summer is drawing to a close, meaning it is time for millions of school children to head back to class!

But those kids will want some snacks when they come home, and what better way to do that than to have a back-to-school, after-class snack platter waiting for them? In addition, these platters are a great way to clean your fridge from the extra produce that needs to be eaten instead of wasted.

You will want a nice platter for your child's charcuterie. You don't need to use the same plates you serve all your meals on. Instead, mix things up and make the afternoon fun with a Teak Wood Board for this new routine. With these different serving styles, some kids have even learned to try new foods because of the novelty.