# Curved Blade Cutting Boards The Compact Herb Chopper is Stylish and Ergonomically Easy By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-04-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herb-chopper References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/compact-herb-chopper-24/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001VBZ034/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Specially designed to chop up herbs and spices, the Compact Herb Chopper by Joseph Joseph is an intuitively easy cutting board. The chubby, rounded shape of the bowl-like chopping block fits comfortably in the hand, allowing for a good grip and a compact fit. Embedded within the disc is a rounded knife that features two sharp blades, perfect for slicing up lots of fresh herbs with speed. Slightly raised edges keep the food tucked within the center of the board, and when ready for use, the blade is used to gently scrape the herbs over the sides. Use the Compact Herb Chopper when adding flavor to savory meals while cooking, or use it for [cutting up garnishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hk2024-eggplant) to top off dishes for a professional finish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ergonomic Cutting Boards:** Design cutting boards with ergonomics in mind for ease of use and improved grip. - **Multi-functional Kitchen Tools:** Innovative kitchen tools that serve multiple purposes for increased efficiency and reduced clutter in the kitchen. - **Compact Kitchen Solutions:** Creating compact solutions for food preparation that save space in the kitchen. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Kitchenware:** Developing kitchenware that is functional, stylish, and easy to use for everyday cooking needs. - **Home and Garden:** Creating efficient and functional tools for homeowners and garden enthusiasts to enhance their experience in their living spaces. - **Food Service and Hospitality:** Providing solutions for chefs and kitchen staff to help them produce dishes faster and with more precision. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Knife-Equipped Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baca-board.md) - [Intelligent Preparation Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4t7-smart-chopping-board.md) - [High-Performance Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-steelport-steelcore.md) - [Heavy-Duty Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicurean-bbq-board.md) - [Expandable Construction Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexiboard.md) - [Cheese-Shaped Charcuterie Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cheese-block-with-knife.md) - [Display-Equipped Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blok-smart-cutting-board.md) - [Design-Conscious Butcher Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-prep-serve-butcher-block.md) - [Manual Food Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manual-food-processor.md)