If you’re like me, you’ve probably been bombarded with videos by Raythesharpener and his Pro Edge angle adjustable knife sharpener wherever you go onto YouTube. Well, since I’m into knives, I wanted to see if it really works. Raythesharpener’s Pro Edge does a good job of sharpening standard kitchen knives. It won’t leave the cleanest …
Electric knife sharpeners promise to make knife sharpening super quick and easy. But do they really work? I’ve tested out a lot of different sharpeners, on a lot of different knives. And whilst electric knife sharpeners certainly have their benefits, there are some cons too. The Quick Answer Electric knife sharpeners do a decent job …
Europe is a hub for high-quality kitchen knife manufacturing. That means there are some great brands to choose from, at lower prices than you’ll find in the rest of the world. I’ve tried and tested a lot of fantastic chef’s knives. Here are my top picks, for those who are on a budget and those …
Top-end chef’s knives can easily cost more than $150, but what about those of us who are looking for a bit more value? Do we really all need such a high-quality chef’s knife, or are there options available for chef’s knives of great quality, at a more affordable price? I’ve tried and tested some fantastic …
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Cutting boards get a tremendous amount of use in home kitchens, and, of course, you would want your tool to serve faithfully for many years. With that in mind, what type of board should you go for? Birch wood is perfect for cutting boards. It’s easy to sanitize due to its tight grain and it …
The popularity of teak cutting boards has risen sharply over the last few years. This probably shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise. Teak looks absolutely fantastic, and you can easily slide it into any kitchen decor. But, is teak good for cutting boards? Teak is great for cutting boards. In fact, teak is …
Acacia wood makes great cutting boards thanks to its extreme durability, water resistant, and antibacterial properties. As long as you keep the cutting board away from a major heat source, there is no reason why it shouldn’t remain functional for up to forty years. Acacia wood is a great material for cutting boards due to …
Carving knives are an essential tool in any amateur or professional chef’s kitchen. They are used to cut uniform slices of various meats and are made in a very distinct way to make them the perfect knife to get the job done. Many people wonder if the edge of these knives comes serrated. Carving knives …
Have you ever wondered whether a utility knife is a serrated knife, and what the style should look like? These knives tend to be used for slicing smoked meats, but should the edge have teeth or not? A utility knife is not always serrated, but many utility knives do have a toothed edge. You should …
A carving knife is a specialty knife used to cut through slices of meat or poultry, occasionally fileting large fish. While they are not a necessary tool for every kitchen, their special design benefits anyone performing this task often or looking for a specific style of cut. A carving knife is also called a slicing …
