In the realm of culinary arts, the kitchen knife is an extension of a chef's hand, a tool that wields precision and finesse. Among the diverse array of knives that grace kitchen countertops worldwide, Japanese kitchen knives stand out as exemplars of exquisite craftsmanship, blending tradition with innovation to deliver unparalleled performance. Rooted in centuries of … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Craftsmanship: Japanese Kitchen Knives
Japanese Knives
Kai Seki Magoroku Damascus Gyutou Chef Knife Review
The Kai Seki Magoroku Damascus Gyutou Chef Knife is a high-quality, Japanese-made knife that is perfect for home cooks and professional chefs alike. The blade is made of high-carbon Damascus steel, which is known for its strength, durability, and sharpness. The handle is made of PakkaWood, which is a durable and water-resistant material. The knife comes with a saya, or sheath, … [Read more...] about Kai Seki Magoroku Damascus Gyutou Chef Knife Review
Shigeharu Kitchen Knife
Ditto my Shigeharu. They started at least 800 years ago; still one man in his small, unostentatious Kyoto workshop - and you feel that tradition every time you pick it up. pic.twitter.com/6cwnDB7fwX— Rupert Stubbs (@resourcefulco) October 30, 2022 … [Read more...] about Shigeharu Kitchen Knife
Aritsugu Kitchen Knife
My favorite tool in the kitchen. ~only knife I use. Bought in Kyoto yrs ago. Aritsugu, company been around for ~500y and used to make swords. Could I cut food with the cheaper knifes I have? Yes. But this brings me more pleasure for some reason I can’t explain. Quality>quantity pic.twitter.com/rYpYAbLaJc— shaarsh (@shaarsh2) October 30, 2022 … [Read more...] about Aritsugu Kitchen Knife
Japanese artisans spend a lifetime learning how to craft custom-made knives
Japanese artisans spend a lifetime learning how to craft custom-made knives pic.twitter.com/vLi1WQkTVi— Business Insider (@BusinessInsider) January 7, 2022 … [Read more...] about Japanese artisans spend a lifetime learning how to craft custom-made knives
Kyocera Unveils Bio Series Ceramic Knives for Eco-Conscious Cooks
Plastic-free, recyclable packaging and handles made from natural sugarcane designed for the sustainable kitchen SAN DIEGO - Kyocera, a leader in ceramic cutlery since 1984, today launched its Bio Series of eco-friendly ceramic knives. The new line features a slim, corrugated, 100% recyclable package that’s free of fossil fuel-derived plastic. Ergonomically shaped black … [Read more...] about Kyocera Unveils Bio Series Ceramic Knives for Eco-Conscious Cooks
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WMF Kitchen Knives, Germany
WMF, a solid German brand of quality kitchen knives, probably less known than Wusthof and Zwilling, but still offering an impressive range of all knife styles and sizes. … [Read more...] about WMF Kitchen Knives, Germany
What a Piece of Junk: KAI Seki Magoroku 2000ST AB-5251 Perforated Knife
I bought this knife for $26 as an alternative to considerably more expensive Wüsthof Classic Chef’s Knife – 8″ – Vegetable or Gourmet Ridge “Vegetable Knife” 8″. For all my skepticism about non-sticking properties of granton/ridged/perforated knives the KAI Seki Magoroku 2000ST AB-5251 Perforated Knife indeed performed well when slicing cheese or onion, at least for the first … [Read more...] about What a Piece of Junk: KAI Seki Magoroku 2000ST AB-5251 Perforated Knife