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What Makes Japanese Kitchen Knives so Awesome?
I recently overheard someone say that a knife is not just a kitchen tool, but a chef’s tool. It’s a somewhat pedantic distinction, but one that I enjoyed and found...
What Makes Japanese Kitchen Knives so Awesome?
I recently overheard someone say that a knife is not just a kitchen tool, but a chef’s tool. It’s a somewhat pedantic distinction, but one that I enjoyed and found...
$100 knife v.s. $1000 knife: What's the Differe...
One of the questions we get most often in the store is, “which is the most expensive knife around?” There’s something to be said about holding a knife worth more...
$100 knife v.s. $1000 knife: What's the Differe...
One of the questions we get most often in the store is, “which is the most expensive knife around?” There’s something to be said about holding a knife worth more...
How to Use a Chinese Cleaver (Guide to the Illu...
I Like Big Knives, and I Cannot Lie: Tips and Tricks for Getting the Most Out of Japanese-made, Chinese-style Chef’s Knives For the uninitiated a chuka bocho might seem intimidating,...
How to Use a Chinese Cleaver (Guide to the Illu...
I Like Big Knives, and I Cannot Lie: Tips and Tricks for Getting the Most Out of Japanese-made, Chinese-style Chef’s Knives For the uninitiated a chuka bocho might seem intimidating,...
The Chuka Bocho: A Surprising Option for Best C...
Or: It’s Hip to Be Square. Chinese-style Cleavers Are Versatile, Multipurpose Knives for Every Chef and Homecook People tend to rely on one main tool to do most cutting jobs...
The Chuka Bocho: A Surprising Option for Best C...
Or: It’s Hip to Be Square. Chinese-style Cleavers Are Versatile, Multipurpose Knives for Every Chef and Homecook People tend to rely on one main tool to do most cutting jobs...
How to Store Your Japanese Kitchen Knives Safely
When talking about knife care, I always make a point of asking how someone stores their knives. It often doesn’t get the consideration it deserves, but you need only put...
How to Store Your Japanese Kitchen Knives Safely
When talking about knife care, I always make a point of asking how someone stores their knives. It often doesn’t get the consideration it deserves, but you need only put...
What is a Nakiri, and Why do I Need One?
For many newcomers to the world of Japanese kitchen knives, the nakiri can be a very intriguing option. I remember first setting eyes on a nakiri in Knifewear Calgary about ten...
What is a Nakiri, and Why do I Need One?
For many newcomers to the world of Japanese kitchen knives, the nakiri can be a very intriguing option. I remember first setting eyes on a nakiri in Knifewear Calgary about ten...