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Anatomy of a Chef Knife
Learn the different parts of a knife's anatomy and their intended purpose...
Anatomy of a Chef Knife
Learn the different parts of a knife's anatomy and their intended purpose...
How Are Knife Blades Made?
Having a good-quality chef’s knife allows you to prepare your meals much more easily. But have you ever thought about how your knife is made and what goes into its...
How Are Knife Blades Made?
Having a good-quality chef’s knife allows you to prepare your meals much more easily. But have you ever thought about how your knife is made and what goes into its...
Left Handed Knives - What’s the Difference and ...
If you have been considering investing in some left-handed knives but aren’t entirely sure of the differences and whether it’ll be worth it, you’re in the right place. We will...
Left Handed Knives - What’s the Difference and ...
If you have been considering investing in some left-handed knives but aren’t entirely sure of the differences and whether it’ll be worth it, you’re in the right place. We will...
Tang - Why is this important?
Knife handles are a very important part of Japanese chef knives. One might even say they're more important than the blade! Japanese chefs need a comfortable knife handle that will not...
Tang - Why is this important?
Knife handles are a very important part of Japanese chef knives. One might even say they're more important than the blade! Japanese chefs need a comfortable knife handle that will not...
The Correct Japanese Knife Sharpening Angle | I...
If you are unsure of what angle you need to sharpen your Japanese knife with, then we are not only going to cover how you can sharpen the perfect edge...
The Correct Japanese Knife Sharpening Angle | I...
If you are unsure of what angle you need to sharpen your Japanese knife with, then we are not only going to cover how you can sharpen the perfect edge...
What Is Pakkawood? Why Japanese Knives Use It
Pakkawood is a wood-and-resin composite prized for durability and its resistance to heat and moisture — which is why it's such a common choice for Japanese knife handles. Here's what...
What Is Pakkawood? Why Japanese Knives Use It
Pakkawood is a wood-and-resin composite prized for durability and its resistance to heat and moisture — which is why it's such a common choice for Japanese knife handles. Here's what...
Why Do Chefs Knives Have Dimples (What Do They ...
Dimples might seem out of place on a chef’s knife and you’ll find that not every chef or cooking enthusiast chooses to use them and if they make cutting easier...
Why Do Chefs Knives Have Dimples (What Do They ...
Dimples might seem out of place on a chef’s knife and you’ll find that not every chef or cooking enthusiast chooses to use them and if they make cutting easier...
Is a Wooden Saya the Best Way to Protect a Knife?
When it comes to the safekeeping of your most prized cutlery, it goes without saying that we want to protect them from potential damage. A good quality knife warrants a...
Is a Wooden Saya the Best Way to Protect a Knife?
When it comes to the safekeeping of your most prized cutlery, it goes without saying that we want to protect them from potential damage. A good quality knife warrants a...
Can You Use a Knife Block to Hold Japanese Chef...
Knife blocks are a convenient method of storage for your Japanese chef knives. They are incredibly popular amongst home cooks and professional chefs alike - and for good reason. In...
Can You Use a Knife Block to Hold Japanese Chef...
Knife blocks are a convenient method of storage for your Japanese chef knives. They are incredibly popular amongst home cooks and professional chefs alike - and for good reason. In...
Japanese Knife Care | Complete Chef Knife Care ...
We’ve put together this guide that covers not only the importance of Japanese knife care but also everything you need to do to maintain the quality of these kitchen assets.
Japanese Knife Care | Complete Chef Knife Care ...
We’ve put together this guide that covers not only the importance of Japanese knife care but also everything you need to do to maintain the quality of these kitchen assets.
Can You Use an Electric Knife Sharpener on a Ja...
Can you use an electric knife sharpener on a Japanese chef knife? When it's safe, when it isn't, and why a whetstone gives a hard VG10 or AUS-10 blade a...
Can You Use an Electric Knife Sharpener on a Ja...
Can you use an electric knife sharpener on a Japanese chef knife? When it's safe, when it isn't, and why a whetstone gives a hard VG10 or AUS-10 blade a...
How Are Damascus Patterns Formed | Do They Serv...
Damascus steel and pattern-welding Damascus steel are two very different things that are often confused to be the same. With this in mind, we want to break down in this...
How Are Damascus Patterns Formed | Do They Serv...
Damascus steel and pattern-welding Damascus steel are two very different things that are often confused to be the same. With this in mind, we want to break down in this...
How to Remove Rust From Kitchen Knives
Rust removal from a Japanese chef knife can be a relatively quick and effortless task, depending on how much rust has formed on the blade. In this article, we are...
How to Remove Rust From Kitchen Knives
Rust removal from a Japanese chef knife can be a relatively quick and effortless task, depending on how much rust has formed on the blade. In this article, we are...
3 Suitable Methods For Japanese Knife Storage
How to store Japanese-steel knives safely: in a knife block, on a wooden magnetic rack, or in a slotted in-drawer organiser, plus the technique that keeps the cutting edge sharp.
3 Suitable Methods For Japanese Knife Storage
How to store Japanese-steel knives safely: in a knife block, on a wooden magnetic rack, or in a slotted in-drawer organiser, plus the technique that keeps the cutting edge sharp.
Can You Put Chef Knives in the Dishwasher? (Wil...
No — dishwashers dull, chip and corrode knife edges. Here's exactly what the heat, detergent and knocking do, and the 60-second hand-wash that prevents it.
Can You Put Chef Knives in the Dishwasher? (Wil...
No — dishwashers dull, chip and corrode knife edges. Here's exactly what the heat, detergent and knocking do, and the 60-second hand-wash that prevents it.