A utility knife is what others may call a chef’s knife. It is generally used today as an all-purpose cutting tool in the kitchen. A popular brand trusted by many culinary professionals is Global. Global knives have been a favourite because of its likeness to the Samurai sword. Many are taken by its incredible strength and [...]
knife holder, but not me. It’s a lot more than just a “knife organizer,” which it is, however for me it serves a greater purpose. Good knife care doesn’t only involve proper handling and sharpening, it also calls for proper storage. If you happen to be scouting for something other than the usual knife block, [...]
There are a lot of professional chefs and keen home cooks home cooks that have snapped up a bargain set of Saber F-11 knives. These knives are fighting in a class much higher than their weight and are holding their own. It’s a serious knife set to consider. Saber F-11 Working Chef Knives with Chefs [...]
Looking for a utility knife that is both a beauty and a toughie? Well, your search in officially o-v-e-r. Introducing the Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000D Shotoh Small Utility Knife! From a company that is famous for making incredibly sharp and breathtaking cutlery, Zwilling J.A. Henckels products are a cut above the rest. MIYABI knives [...]
Chopsticks, like the YOSHIHIRO- Ebony Moribashi Chopsticks – 6.5″ (16.5cm), are a part of a sushi chef’s artillery of kitchen tools. In fact, there are several things one should have in order to create this appetizing dish. Depending on an individual’s skills and the sushi recipe being made, some implements are optional, while some are [...]
An usuba knife is traditionally used as a vegetable knife in the kitchen. How Does One Spot an Usuba? It usually has a flat edge, with very little or no curve and “tall” (to allow enough clearance for the knuckles when using a chopping board). The term usuba is literally translated as thin blade. Of [...]
Yoshiblade ceramic knife is a knife made from a very rigid and durable ceramic, usually zirconium dioxide (also referred to as zirconia or zirconium oxide). Such knives are created by dry pressing zirconia powder and firing them up through solid-state sintering. Sintering is the process of turning powder into an object by heating a material [...]
A boxed knife set given to any cooking enthusiast is enough to get their eyes twinkle with joy. With the Shun Pro 3-Piece Boxed Asian Chef Set, that delight will be multiplied by three! Such beautiful cutlery also comes encased in an equally elegant bamboo box, making it a wonderful gift idea. The Set This [...]
Is there a sushi knife that will ever truly satisfy you? Many have made claims of this and that but have totally missed the mark on their promises. If you’re at your wits end, the Kyocera Revolution Series- 7″ Personal Sushi Knife might be your last ray of hope. What is it For? The Revolution [...]
Some Sushi video tutorials – Just more of what we love How to make Nigiri sushi. This is a great introduction into making nigiri, not only fish can be used you can create great nigiri with any topping. My favourite
A Little Shun History Kai bought Kershaw knives back in 1978, and created what is now known as the company brand ‘KAI USA’. KAI then grew from the demand for high end quality kitchen knives,still using traditional Japanese knife-making techniques
Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000Pro Usuba Knife: Vegetable Slicer
An usuba knife – also known as usuba bocho – is what’s commonly referred to as a vegetable knife. Its thin blade has very little curve, if at all, and is known for having one of the sharpest and most delicate of edges. This kind of knife is ideal for extremely fine vegetable work requiring [...]
Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000D Shotoh Small Utility Knife: The Dependable Knife
Looking for a utility knife that is both a beauty and a toughie? Well, your search in officially o-v-e-r. Introducing the Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000D Shotoh Small Utility Knife! From a company that is famous for making incredibly sharp and breathtaking cutlery, Zwilling J.A. Henckels products are a cut above the rest. MIYABI knives [...]
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cermax 9-1/2-Inch Chef’s Knife, Black: Backed by the Best
For a chef’s knife that’s like no other, there can only be Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cermax 9-1/2-Inch Chef’s Knife, Black. In fact, there’s a long list of things to love about it! First, it’s designed using the TWIN Cermax M66 technology. Crafted by hand, the TWIN Cermax M66 blades are made from micro carbide [...]
Kyocera Revolution Series – 7″ Personal Sushi Knife: A New Innovation
Is there a sushi knife that will ever truly satisfy you? Many have made claims of this and that but have totally missed the mark on their promises. If you’re at your wits end, the Kyocera Revolution Series- 7″ Personal Sushi Knife might be your last ray of hope. What is it For? The Revolution [...]
Kyocera KT-200-HIP-D Kyotop Damascus 8.25 Inch Sashimi Knife: For Good Sushi
A sashimi knife is an excellent tool to have in the kitchen if you’re a big fan of cuisine from the Land of the Rising Sun. This knife is the Japanese version of the Western-style slicing knife or carving knife. Its long and narrow blade is ideal for filleting fish, slicing sashimi and other soft [...]
Kyocera CSW-18-BK 9-Inch Ceramic Steel Sharpener: The Sharp Advantage
Ever thought of using a ceramic steel sharpener around the house? It’s a multi-purpose sharpening device that would keep the edges of your cutting implements almost as good as new! All you need now is a trusted name that will treat your tools like royalty. Not all brands are created equal, some are better than [...]
