Suppose you are chopping vegetables for your lunch. Suddenly the handle of your knife slipped, and you cut one of your fingers. This is an extremely common scenario, and probably everyone has experienced this case. But we could easily avoid this situation if we’d use leather straps on the handles of our knives. Though most…
With Japanese knives, you must follow certain rules. Because they are much sharper and not cutting the proper way might be a risk that you don’t want to take. The knife is so sharp that one time I cut my finger once and before I can fully realize I gave myself a second cut. Moreover,…
Getting a chip in your lovely Japanese knife can be devastating or, better say, heartbreaking. But hey, it happens when you least expect it. Maybe you used the knife to cut frozen foods, or you accidentally dropped it on your tiled floors. Whichever the case, no chip can’t be fixed somehow. But how do you…
Carbon steel knives give several additional things in comparison to stainless steel knives. Other than the hardness and sharpness, rust is one of the biggest additions. Which is unfortunately a negative. Due to the high carbon build of this steel, they are very prone to rust. It has become a common practice to apply oil…
Say, You’re cutting a tomato or slicing a piece of meat. Suddenly, the handle of the knife slips or breaks. Can you imagine what’s next? It may cost you a cut on your hand or a deadly injury. That’s why professionals in the knife-making industry pay close attention to perfect adhesives for knife handles. But…
For as long as human history predates, knives have been an important part of man. Whether as a ceremonial piece or a survival tool in the wilderness, the use of modern knives can be found as back as 10,000 BC. A tool of offense, a tool of defense, or a tool that carved the way…
Gordon Ramsey has been earning rave reviews from critics and fans alike as of late. It’s not just that he’s a fantastic chef and TV host, though. Gordon Ramsey knows his knives! He doesn’t mince words when it comes to cooking ability. As a host of television shows Hell’s Kitchen and Master Chef, he also…
A Serbian Chef knife is a hefty piece of steel that has its origin in Serbia, France, and Germany. This is often known as a meat cleaver for its distinctive shape and size. A Serbian Chef knife can be the perfect investment if you want to buy a knife that will do versatile jobs. Caring…
The chef knife is widely acknowledged as the most versatile knife in the kitchen, capable of handling pretty much any task. And the Serbian chef knife falls under this umbrella of kitchen knives. But unlike other chef knives, this chef knife takes after a meat cleaver, with its tip cut off at an angle. This…
When it comes to Knives, the Japanese have taken them to an artistic level. Their knives aren’t only beautiful but offer incredible value for money. As a result, last week, when I decided to get a few chef knives for my kitchen, I immediately started looking for Japanese made ones. But due to the global…
Knives can be intimidating. They are sharp and dangerous, but that is what makes them so useful in the kitchen. A quality knife will not only make your food preparation tasks easier, but it will also give you greater control over the ingredients you are working with and result in a better-finished product. Keeping your…
If you’re wondering, what’s the best knife shape for you? There’s a lot of different answers, but one option that stands out for us is the Santoku Knife. This is a Japanese-origin, general-purpose kitchen knife that has become universal. It’s now made by pretty much every blacksmith and manufacturer. What makes this knife so special?…
Jamie Oliver is an English celebrity chef who got fame for his cooking show called The Naked Chef. He first appeared on a BBC documentary during his job as a sous chef at River Café in London. He has also hosted another show called Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution and published 118 cookbooks. Along with some…