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Knife types & uses

Why do some people prefer carbon steel knives?

Carbon steel knives need special care and cleaning to prevent rust, to allow them to develop the patina without damaging the blade, and they need more frequent sharpening than their stainless steel counterparts. So, why are there people who prefer them? [...]

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Maintaining and caring for your knives after use

There is much talk about how to use knives, how to cut different foods, and what types of knives to use. But there is less talk about what we need to do once we have used a knife, and how to clean and maintain it. Here we give some advice [...]

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5 common mistakes when sharpening knives

In this post we will review some of the common mistakes made when sharpening knives. The importance of sharpening A knife is a tool designed to cut. Therefore, its form is important, but also its weight, the material it is made of, and above all, its edge. This delicate part [...]

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Knife types & uses

Know more about KAI knives: a brand of Japanese knives of quality and design

In our catalog we work with the best knife brands and today we want to know more about the history of KAI knives. The Japanese company KAI is, in our opinion, one of the world leaders in high-end knives. [...]

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Japanese tradition Knife types & uses

The Deba Knife – Types, Uses and Maintenance

The Japanese Deba knife is one of the 3 basic models used in Japanese cuisine together with the Yanagiba, and the Usuba or Nakiri. In this post, we will learn more about Deba knives and their types, uses and maintenance. [...]

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Cutting boards for the kitchen: types and utilities

We are specialists in knives and one of the most important rules to keep your knife in good condition is to always use a cutting board. In this post, we will analyze the types of cutting boards and their use. Remember: Always use a cutting board! [...]

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Sharpening steels. Types and purposes

When we talk about knife sharpening with professional chefs and butchers, one of the things that first comes to mind is knife sharpening steels. It is interesting that this tool is so deeply rooted in the tradition of those who work with a knife in their hands all day long. [...]

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Japanese tradition Knife types & uses

3 Japanese knives for cutting fish and preparing sushi and sashimi

Sushi is basically a ball of rice flavored with vinegar (also from rice) and other seasonings, over which a piece of raw fish elegantly cut is usually placed. And that's why we are talking about 3 Japanese knives for fish today. [...]

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Japanese tradition Care & cleaning

Find Japanese knife care secrets

Japanese knives have great prestige in the world of chefs and their care is essential. In this post, we uncover the secrets to take care of your Japanese knives in 5 simple tips. [...]

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Knife types & uses

The Santoku Knife – Types, Uses and Maintenance

The Santoku knives are, perhaps, the most well known Japanese knives in our kitchen. This is perhaps because the Santoku knives are the most used among Japanese chefs. [...]

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Discover the secret of the Japanese whetstone

Japan has a gastronomy culture where there is a prominent respect for knives, and extreme care is taken daily for these precious culinary instruments. In the kitchen, the Japanese will dedicate some minutes everyday to care for their knives and to clean and sharpen them. [...]

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Types of Japanese knives

In the ancient Japanese culture, cooking plays an important role. Japanese knives require extensive knowledge and experience for their mastery. Each Japanese knife has a very specific use and purpose. [...]

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Knife types & uses

Make the most of your chef’s knife

Get slices, cut thinly, chop, cut into julienne, etc., etc., etc ... In the cooking world there are a thousand ways to cut food, and each of them has a technique and associated movements, which define - therefore - the ideal use of our favorite tool: the knife. [...]

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Knife types & uses

Ceramic knives: pros and cons

Ceramic knives are very fashionable: famous chefs, television programs, etc ... you find them everywhere. But what do you know about them? Here are a few facts about ceramic knives. [...]

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Care & cleaning

Knife care and cleaning tips

Once you have choosen a good quality set of kitchen knives, it is essential to know some basic care rules in order to keep them in perfect condition and enjoy their use longer. [...]

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What kitchen knives are made of?

Kitchen knives are the most important tool for a cook. When he chooses a knife, a good knowledge of its materials is essential. [...]

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Properties of a Chef’s Knife

The Chef's knife is the most versatile of all kitchen knives. It is an essential tool for any cook, professional or amateur. [...]

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The basic kitchen knives

Good knives are necessary in any kitchen, but which ones are essential for an everyday use? Investing between 100 and 200€ in good knives will help us prepare all our dishes. [...]

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