In the video, a person is seen holding a knife and cutting a vanilla bean on a cutting board. The person is using the knife to slice the bean into smaller pieces. The cutting board appears to be made of wood and has a natural grain pattern. The knife is silver and has a sharp edge, making it easy for the person to cut through the vanilla bean. The person's hand is steady as they cut the bean, and they seem to be experienced in using the knife. The vanilla bean is dark brown and has a smooth texture. The video is shot in a well-lit room, and the focus is on the person's hand and the cutting board.