Patrick

Patrick loves to cook and has done since a young age (He loves to eat too!). He loves experimenting in the kitchen and if he is cooking from a recipe, he’ll usually only follow the directions as a guide. Whenever Patrick isn’t sure about something, for example, what pan to use, how to sharpen a knife properly, or something recipe related; he will ask a friendly helpful chef for advice, speak to one of his elder relatives, or perform extensive research until he’s sure how to proceed.

Japanese All-Rounder: the Best Gyuto Knives

‘Gyuto’, literally meaning ‘cow sword’, is a knife inspired by the Western chef’s knife, applying traditional Japanese knifemaking to a multipurpose style of knife used for meats and vegetables. In this article, we take a closer look at gyuto knives, and check out the best gyuto knives to buy in 2022.

How to fix rusty grates on your grill

How to fix rusty grates Rusty grates on your grill can be a real pain. Not only is the rust unsightly and make it difficult … Read more

The Best Nakiri Knives (Reviews and Buyer’s Guide)

Have you ever struggled slicing up a pepper, crushing a fat garlic clove or tipping onions all over your stovetop, completely missing the pan? These kitchen problems can be solved with one thing: the nakiri knife. In this article, we learn about nakiri knives and check out the top nakiri knives to buy in 2022.

Oishya Sakai Kyuba Japanese Chefs Knife Review – 8.2 inches (21 cm) Gyuto

Japanese Knife and ingredients

If your knife is blunt and old read our review of Oishya’s Sakai Kyuba Japanese Chef’s Knife to see if this Gyuto Knife is right for you.

How to hone a chefs knife

honing a chef knife

If you’re like most home cooks, your knives are the most important tools in your kitchen. And just like any other tool, your knives need … Read more

What is a hollow edge knife?

A series of blades

Hollow Edge Knives: An Explainer A hollow edge knife (also called Granton edge blades) is a type of blade that has been specifically designed to … Read more

What is a Santoku knife?

A small Santoku Knife

The Santoku knife is a Japanese kitchen knife that has been growing in popularity in the United States in recent years. But what is it? … Read more

What is a Gyuto Knife?

A Gyuto Knife

What is a Gyuto Knife? Do you want to learn about Gyuto knives? These Japanese kitchen knives are becoming more and more popular in the … Read more

Ceramic vs Steel Honing Rod: Which should you choose?

Steel honing rod

Ceramic vs Steel Honing Rod: What is the Difference? Whether you’re a professional chef or just someone who likes to cook at home, having a … Read more

How often should you have your kitchen knives professionally sharpened

keep your kitchen knives sharp

How often should you have them professionally sharpened? This article explains everything you need to know.

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