Totally Bamboo Twist Chopsticks

by Totally Bamboo

Product Features

• Bamboo is a renewable resource, making this an environmentally sound choice
• Bamboo is 16% harder and more durable than maple.
• Only food-safe, formaldehyde-free glue is used in assembly
• No dyes or stains are used -- color is permanent and will not fade or wash out
• Made with premium, hand selected bamboo -- variety chosen is neither a food source nor a habitat for the Giant Panda

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002LXUEK
• Item model number: 20-2003
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,166 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #2 in Kitchen & Dining > Tabletop > Flatware > Chopsticks & Chopstick Holders

Product Description

From the original bamboo cutting board company, Totally Bamboo, these chopsticks are a beautiful, functional, ecologically sound addition to any kitchen. Each set of chopsticks includes 5 pairs of chopsticks. Bamboo is actually a grass that grows to a harvestable height of 60 feet in about 3 to 5 years, growing as much as 2 feet per day. It has an extensive root system that continually sends up new shoots, naturally replenishing itself. It does not require replanting, making it one of the most renewable resources known. Totally Bamboo uses 'Moso' timber bamboo which is neither a food source nor a habitat for the Giant Panda. Totally Bamboo's chopsticks feature their EasyGrip-Stick (TM) design, for ease in use. No dyes or stains are used in the manufacturing process. Totally Bamboo prides itself on using only premium hand-selected bamboo, innovative design, exemplary craftmanship, and fair labor policies.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Light and slick, but durable., July 30, 2009

By 

Tara Shuler "Author" (United States) - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Totally Bamboo Twist Chopsticks (Kitchen)

These chopsticks are a bit difficult to use, even for someone who has been using chopsticks a few times per month for many years. They are laminated, and make it difficult to grasp slippery foods like the udon in soup.

I also find these a bit too light for my taste. I prefer a heavier chopstick, because they feel more comfortable in my hand. Some people prefer the lightweight types, but I don't.

They do work fine for foods that aren't very slippery. I have no problem using them to eat fried rice, sesame chicken, or even mongolian beef. They're also durable, and they have stood up to many washings in the dishwasher with no cracks or warping.

Since I eat a lot of udon noodle soup, these chopsticks aren't as useful as I had hoped. If I only used them for this, I would rate these two stars. But because they work okay for other foods and are durable, I will give them four stars. Their durability is really their saving grace for me.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Can't go wrong!, October 29, 2010

By 

J. W. Theis "-Wes-" (Fairbanks, AK USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Totally Bamboo Twist Chopsticks (Kitchen)

I will preface this review by stating up front that I am not a "connoisseur" of chopsticks.

That said, I think these things are fantastic. They look nice, are easy to grip (they are rather large - not dainty at all), are a breeze to clean, and are highly functional. I paid less than $8 for five pair, so my whole family can enjoy (or be frustrated by) using them casually as they please. My children, 6 and 3, like to try them out when they see my wife or I using them, so we have slight bite marks, scratches, etc., on them already (after about a month of owning them) and it does not bother us one bit because they are both durable and inexpensive.

If you are a casual user of chopsticks and aren't sure what to get (or don't want to invest a lot in experimenting), I highly recommend these.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars best chopsticks, October 4, 2010

By 

anita park - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Totally Bamboo Twist Chopsticks (Kitchen)

This is much better and looks like healthier than my previous ones. The old one was decorated with fancy drawings but it didn't last long. This bamboo ones seemed like stronger and being natural bamboo actually more useful for various purpose.