Knive

A set of “professional quality” kitchen knives can set you back anywhere $3,000-$5,000 dollars. Knives with a celebrity endorsement get priced even higher. The reality of modern steel and blade making technology makes those costs ridiculous and unnecessary.  Most professional chefs would tell you to forget the knife set and instead choose two or three high-quality kitchen ... Read more

Choosing between a gyuto and a santoku can be a difficult choice, especially as they are not cheap and you don’t want to end up with a knife that isn’t right for you. Thats why I have broken down everything you need to know so you can make the right choice.  There are several differences ... Read more

So you’ve decided to get a Japanese chefs knife! You sit down to choose one and suddenly you realise it’s not so simple. Not only are there different types of knives, but each is available in a range of different steel types!  Don’t worry! In this article we will tell you everything you need to ... Read more

There are several different Japanese Chef’s Knives, and they all perform various tasks. No one knife is better than the other. However, you may find it easier to use one over the other. Japanese chef’s knives are used for a range of tasks, including cutting meat and vegetables, deboning chicken, duck, and fish, and scoring ... Read more

Proper care of your kitchen knives will lead to them staying sharper much longer. Unfortunately, there are many simple mistakes people make that lead to quickly dulling knives. Here’s 5 of the most common, and solutions to avoid them. 1) Storing Knives in the Kitchen Drawer Kitchen knives that are stored in drawers dull very quickly. This ... Read more

Q: Does the Dishwasher Dull Knives? This is a very common question among home cooks. Many people want the convenience of using their dishwasher on their good knives but are worried about the effects. We took a look and will share our results with you and what they mean for your knife cleaning. A: Yes, the Dishwasher ... Read more

Bamboo cutting boards are becoming more and more popular in home kitchens. Many people switching to them wonder does bamboo cutting boards dull knives? The short answer is no. Why Do People Think Bamboo Dulls Knives? One reason people think that a bamboo cutting board will dull knives is because they are switching from a plastic cutting ... Read more

There are several good reasons to buy a good electric knife, even if you already have high-quality kitchen knives. Electric Knives are Easy to Use If you don’t have good, sharp kitchen knives then an electric kitchen knife can be a life saver. The best electric knives cut through meats with ease and slice bread without smashing ... Read more

Many people don’t use their electric knives daily; they save them for special occasions. This means they are using it as more of an electric carving knife than a regular knife. There are some things, in particular, to look for when looking specifically for an electric carving knife in addition to the typical electric knife ... Read more