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The question "what knives should I have in the kitchen?" is an age-old question that has been answered in about 100 different ways. To be honest, the knives that you need in your kitchen are based on what you like to cook. This article will introduce the different types of knives out there and what they are best known for. You should also keep in mind that knives have an extensive range in price point. When a knife is expensive, you are paying for the quality of material, especially the steel, which often translates into how well the blade holds...

One of the most important steps in your culinary journey is learning what you can do with your chef's knife. Today we will be talking about 4 different cutting techniques that can help hone your culinary skills, as well as 8 different types of cut. Proper knife skills are essential because not only does it make cooking and preparation easier and safer, but it also gives you more confidence. While some of these techniques may need a lot of practice, once you start learning and progressing, it starts to become second nature to you, and this is what will set...

It doesn't matter if you are an amateur or professional chef. One of the most important and most used tools in your kitchen is the knife. It can be confusing trying to figure out what type of knife to buy: Western or Asian? Which one is better? Western knives tend to be heavier, sturdier, and last longer. Whereas Asian knives are the opposite and tend to be sharper, lighter, and more fragile. Hopefully, after reading this article, it will help you better understand what you are looking for and which knife suits your needs the best.  Chinese Knives One of the main knife producing...

  Choosing a knife can be overwhelming. With a variety of materials and design to choose from it can make the process confusing and challenging. However, we are here to help guide you through the process. It is important to remember that a good quality knife will be on the pricier end. However, in the long run, it will end up saving you money. This is because a "cheap" knife will break or dull faster, and you would have to constantly spend money purchasing a new knife every year or so. Once you have started using a quality knife, there...