Best Steak Knives
If you eat meat regularly, or if you have found it difficult to find the best steak knives for your next dinner party then we...
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Do I Need a Vegetable Knife and Meat Knife?
There are lots to choose from and one thing that a lot of people think is that they can get away with just having one...
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Can You Travel With Kitchen Knives in Checked Luggage?
Yes — kitchen knives can go in your checked luggage, but never in hand luggage. Here's how to pack, wrap and declare them safely for...
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How to Julienne Like a Professional Chef
To julienne means cutting food into thin, uniform matchstick strips — about 1.5–3mm thick and 5–7.5cm long. It helps vegetables cook evenly and look elegant,...
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The Aiko Damascus Knife Set: What's Included & Prices
Inside the Aiko Damascus knife set: a VG10 core under 67 layers, what every blade in the range is for, the three handle colours, and...
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What is a Boning Knife Used For?
A boning knife is a type of kitchen knife with a sharp, narrow blade that is used for removing bones from meat and other delicate...
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Which Is the Best Meat Slicer? (Or Is a Knife Better?)
Do you need a meat slicer, or just a sharper knife? A UK guide to slicing thin, even cuts at home, what to look for,...
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How to Choose a Chef’s Knife
It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that buying any old chef's knife will do. But if you’re keen to get culinary then...
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Best Coloured Knife Sets UK: 4 Top Picks (2026)
A coloured knife set is the rare kitchen upgrade that's both practical and decorative. We've compared the four coloured Damascus ranges we stock — Aiko,...
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Which Are the Best Steak Knives?
Serrated steak knives saw through a tough cut; straight-edge blades slice cleaner and are far easier to sharpen at home. Here is how the two...
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How to Make a Traditional Japanese Breakfast
In this guide, I’ll be giving you some tips on how best to prepare your Japanese breakfast recipes and serve your Japanese breakfast as well...
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A Taste of Japan - Katsu
In this series, we will be looking at several Japanese recipes that are easy to make and a delicious treat! This time, the dish of...
