Why Do Chefs Knives Have Dimples (What Do They Do?)
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...
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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...
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Can You Use a Knife Block to Hold Japanese Chef Knives | What Is Best Option For a Japanese Knife Block
Knife blocks are a convenient method of storage for your Japanese chef knives. They are incredibly popular amongst home cooks and professional chefs alike -...
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How to Sharpen a Knife Using a Whetstone
Sharp knives are safer and far more pleasant to cook with. This guide walks through sharpening a kitchen knife on a whetstone step by step:...
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Japanese Knife-Edge Guide: Complete Chef Knife-Edge Guide 2022
Popular Japanese dishes like sushi and sashimi are created to enhance the flavor of the food whilst also being pleasing to the eye and it’s...
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Types of Japanese Kitchen Knives | Essential Tools of Master Chefs
In this comprehensive guide, we explore the exquisite world of Japanese kitchen knives that have captivated professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts across the globe. From...
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Japanese Knife Care | Complete Chef Knife Care Guide
Everything you need to keep a Japanese-steel knife in good order: how to wash and dry it, remove rust without scratching the blade, hone and...
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How to Choose a Kitchen Knife | Everything You Need to Know
When choosing a kitchen knife, there are only a few basic things that you need to consider. As you become more experienced, there are then...
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How Do Japanese Chefs Hold Their Knives? An Introduction to Grip and Technique
In this article, we’ll not only explain why Japanese knives are designed to be held in a certain way, but also what the most common...
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How Often Should You Sharpen a Japanese Knife?
Sharpening a Japanese knife can often be confusing if you take the term sharpening too literally, therefore in this article will clarify what sharpening a...
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What Is the Difference Between a Chef's Knife and Santoku?
Chef's knife or santoku? We compare blade shape, weight, edge and best uses — and which Japanese-steel knife to buy for how you cook.
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Can You Use an Electric Knife Sharpener on a Japanese Chef Knife?
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...
