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Does Damascus Steel Extend Into the Blade On a ...
Damascus steel knives are highly sought after for their beautiful patterns. However, when you purchase one of these knives, the chances that it’ll be made from 100% Damascus are very...
Does Damascus Steel Extend Into the Blade On a ...
Damascus steel knives are highly sought after for their beautiful patterns. However, when you purchase one of these knives, the chances that it’ll be made from 100% Damascus are very...
How to Tell If Sharpening Stone Is Oil or Water
Sharpening stones, they're the unsung heroes of the tool box. They keep our blades sharp and our tools working like they're supposed to. But with so many types of sharpening...
How to Tell If Sharpening Stone Is Oil or Water
Sharpening stones, they're the unsung heroes of the tool box. They keep our blades sharp and our tools working like they're supposed to. But with so many types of sharpening...
Patina on Knives: What It Is, and What Isn't Pa...
Patina forms on carbon steel, not stainless. What it is, how it protects a blade, how to force one, and why dark marks on a Japanese-steel knife aren't patina.
Patina on Knives: What It Is, and What Isn't Pa...
Patina forms on carbon steel, not stainless. What it is, how it protects a blade, how to force one, and why dark marks on a Japanese-steel knife aren't patina.
Japanese Fillet Knife: The Best Knife for Fille...
Deba, yanagiba or a Western fillet knife? An honest UK guide to the best Japanese knife for filleting fish, and the one we'd actually put in your hand.
Japanese Fillet Knife: The Best Knife for Fille...
Deba, yanagiba or a Western fillet knife? An honest UK guide to the best Japanese knife for filleting fish, and the one we'd actually put in your hand.
All About 14C28N Steel: The Ultimate Guide
What 14C28N steel is, how hard it gets, how it resists rust, and how it compares with VG10 and AUS-10 in a kitchen knife. A plain-English UK guide.
All About 14C28N Steel: The Ultimate Guide
What 14C28N steel is, how hard it gets, how it resists rust, and how it compares with VG10 and AUS-10 in a kitchen knife. A plain-English UK guide.
When Must a Knife be Cleaned and Sanitized
Attention all knife enthusiasts, chefs, and home cooks! Are you tired of dirty, bacteria-ridden knives? Are you tired of being the cause of food poisoning among your friends and family?...
When Must a Knife be Cleaned and Sanitized
Attention all knife enthusiasts, chefs, and home cooks! Are you tired of dirty, bacteria-ridden knives? Are you tired of being the cause of food poisoning among your friends and family?...
The Ultimate Guide to 12c27 Steel
In short 12C27 is a Swedish stainless knife steel from Sandvik — about 0.6% carbon and 13.5% chromium, hardened to roughly 56–59 HRC (up to ~61). It is easy to...
The Ultimate Guide to 12c27 Steel
In short 12C27 is a Swedish stainless knife steel from Sandvik — about 0.6% carbon and 13.5% chromium, hardened to roughly 56–59 HRC (up to ~61). It is easy to...
How to drink sake: Tips, Tricks and Etiquette
Are you ready to become a sake ninja? Look no further, in this article, we'll be taking you on a journey through the delicious and traditional world of Japanese rice...
How to drink sake: Tips, Tricks and Etiquette
Are you ready to become a sake ninja? Look no further, in this article, we'll be taking you on a journey through the delicious and traditional world of Japanese rice...
What is the best knife for cutting vegetables?
A nakiri is the best knife for cutting vegetables — flat edge, thin blade, clean push cuts. Compared against the santoku and chef's knife, with UK prices.
What is the best knife for cutting vegetables?
A nakiri is the best knife for cutting vegetables — flat edge, thin blade, clean push cuts. Compared against the santoku and chef's knife, with UK prices.
What Is a Paring Knife Used For? The Jobs It Do...
A paring knife is the small blade you reach for when a chef knife is too much. Here are the jobs it genuinely does best, the blade shapes, and how...
What Is a Paring Knife Used For? The Jobs It Do...
A paring knife is the small blade you reach for when a chef knife is too much. Here are the jobs it genuinely does best, the blade shapes, and how...
Chipped Knife? How to Fix It and Stop It Happen...
A chipped Japanese knife is usually fixable. How to grind out small chips on a whetstone, when to get it repaired, and the habits that stop it recurring.
Chipped Knife? How to Fix It and Stop It Happen...
A chipped Japanese knife is usually fixable. How to grind out small chips on a whetstone, when to get it repaired, and the habits that stop it recurring.
Nigiri vs Sashimi: What’s the Difference?
Unlock the secrets of sushi! Learn the difference between Nigiri and Sashimi. Nigiri is a ball of rice topped with fish, while sashimi is thinly sliced fish served alone. Each...
Nigiri vs Sashimi: What’s the Difference?
Unlock the secrets of sushi! Learn the difference between Nigiri and Sashimi. Nigiri is a ball of rice topped with fish, while sashimi is thinly sliced fish served alone. Each...
The History and Evolution of Japanese Kitchen K...
Japanese kitchen knives have a long and rich history dating back centuries, and they have undergone a number of significant changes and innovations over the years. From the early use...
The History and Evolution of Japanese Kitchen K...
Japanese kitchen knives have a long and rich history dating back centuries, and they have undergone a number of significant changes and innovations over the years. From the early use...
Gift Ideas For Her
Does the special lady in your life have a birthday or anniversary coming up? Perhaps you want to start Christmas shopping but have no clue what to buy for her....
Gift Ideas For Her
Does the special lady in your life have a birthday or anniversary coming up? Perhaps you want to start Christmas shopping but have no clue what to buy for her....
Gift Ideas For Him
If you’re looking for gifts for that special man in your life, whether it be a partner, dad, brother or friend, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together...
Gift Ideas For Him
If you’re looking for gifts for that special man in your life, whether it be a partner, dad, brother or friend, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together...
Best Carving Knives UK: How to Choose the Right...
Carving knife or slicing knife? A UK guide to blade length, steel, tip shape and handle, plus the Japanese-steel knives we would actually carve a roast with.
Best Carving Knives UK: How to Choose the Right...
Carving knife or slicing knife? A UK guide to blade length, steel, tip shape and handle, plus the Japanese-steel knives we would actually carve a roast with.
Ten Great Gift Ideas For All Budding Chefs
With Christmas fast approaching, people are starting to think about the perfect gift to buy for their loved ones. But it can be difficult choosing the right thing. It’s worth...
Ten Great Gift Ideas For All Budding Chefs
With Christmas fast approaching, people are starting to think about the perfect gift to buy for their loved ones. But it can be difficult choosing the right thing. It’s worth...
Haruta Knives Review: Is the VG10 Range Worth It?
An honest look at the Haruta range: what the VG10 Damascus steel actually is, every knife and price, which to buy first, and who shouldn't buy one at all.
Haruta Knives Review: Is the VG10 Range Worth It?
An honest look at the Haruta range: what the VG10 Damascus steel actually is, every knife and price, which to buy first, and who shouldn't buy one at all.