Welcome to day one in my four-part series on the best kitchen knives, a very basic introduction to the finer points of cooking cutlery. First things first: many people ask me, “What kind of metal are the best kitchen knives made of?” This question doesn’t just come from those learni...
Wusthof knives are traditional looking kitchen knives that are well made and made to last. The classic multi-prep cooks knife is just that, it’s one of those knives that you will always have in reach be it for prepping fruit or vegetables, trimming some chicken or beef, or cutting open...
one gives up in a blades ability to hold an edge is made up in the weight and balance of a knife. There are plenty of great knife manufacturers so the best option is to find a knife store that will let you handle all of the different knives to get a feel for their distinct nuances...
Like so many others who get into blacksmithing, I'm interested in making knives by hand. I'm just starting the whole (very complicated) process of learning
2024’s 3 Best Mezzaluna Knives Not all mezzalunas are identical. Even if two of them have a single-blade design, they are likely to differ in the blade’s build material, handle material, and blade length. Thus, it is worth finding out these differences through comparison. However, doing...
Obsidian blades are the Sharpest knives in the world, they have been used for many different things throughout history. One of their most common uses is as a weapon, especially when they were first discovered and could be easily chipped into thin or sharp pieces to make them more effective ...
There are a few drawbacks to using a Santoku knife, including Maintenance: The Santoku knife requires some additional maintenance to keep the blade in good condition over time. Cost: Santoku knives can be more expensive than other types of knives. The different types of Santoku Knives. There ar...
Boning and fillet knives are often—but not always—interchangeable. Here’s how to choose the correct knife depending on the task you need to use it for.
There are many different types of kitchen supplies, but the most essential ones are good quality pots, a non-stick pan, knives...
Zwilling knives are high-end knives made in Germany. They are very expensive knives. The Zwilling name comes from the fact that the company makes two different blades, each with a different design. The first blade is a plain steel blade, while the second blade is a double-edged blade. The...