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Eva Contreras Eva Contreras
Essential Tools To Make A Great Stir Fry

Stir Fry is a very delicious, very healthy, very easy-to-make Chinese recipe that will take any lunch or dinner to the next level. Learn what you need to prepare this noble dish at home.

12 Mins

Ananya Tiwari Ananya Tiwari
Why You Need Frying Pans And Skillets In Your Kitchen
Skillets or frying pans? How are they different and which one do you need? Fret not, folks. I’m here to answer all these questions. While both are famous pieces of cookware that belong in your kitchen, there are certain cooking tasks where one would be more convenient to use than the other. In this blog, we’ll be exploring all of them in more detail. Let’s dive right into it! 

12 Mins

Himani Vaid Himani Vaid
Dalstrong vs Kamikoto Knives
Razor-sharp, ruthless and rugged, is what you get when you pick a blade from any of these companies. Read on to know more about the major differences between Dalstrong and Kamikoto knives and discover the blade that is made to fulfill your kitchen needs.

12 Mins

Ananya Tiwari Ananya Tiwari
A Delicious And Detailed Guide On How To Smoke Brisket
Summer is the season to bring out pellet smokers and pellet grills for all things brisket. Let's talk about nailing a delicious smoked beef brisket recipe in this detailed guide. Let’s get right into it, folks! 

14 Mins

Jorge Farah Jorge Farah
Why You Need a Damascus Chef Knife In Your Kitchen
Damascus steel has a long history, and its unique look holds a strong allure for consumers. But what exactly is it, and is it any better than other types of steel?

15 Mins

Ananya Tiwari Ananya Tiwari
Why Stock Pots Are Better Than Saucepans And Other Cookware
Saucepans have been a staple piece of cookware in the kitchen for boiling water and reducing sauces, but they are losing their popularity for several reasons. They aren't as ergonomic as stock pots are. Stock pots are oven safe, comfortable to hold, easy to clean, and have better heat distribution. Let's talk more about this, folks. 

12 Mins

Abby Pollen Abby Pollen
Elite Spotlight | David Olson of Live Fire Republic | Dalstrong ©

Whether he’s grilling up a kraken from the oceans of Croatia or baking bread in the scorching desert sand, David Olson is all about pushing the limits and trying new things. Over the course of his career, he’s learned all kinds of recipes, techniques, and tips for cooking on a live fire, but perhaps the most important thing he’s learned is the willingness to fail if it means he’ll learn something more along the way. David told us all about where he’s been, where he’s going, the best and worst things about live fire cooking, and why he calls Michigan beer city. 

9 Mins

Ananya Tiwari Ananya Tiwari
A Detailed Guide To Making The Perfect Charcuterie Board
In this detailed guide, I’ll be walking you through everything you need to know to make the perfect charcuterie board, the best meats and types of cheeses that go on it, how to preserve a balance of flavors, and most importantly, the significance of good cutting boards. 

14 Mins

Eva Contreras Eva Contreras
What Is A Skillet Pan, Exactly?
Skillets are one of the most versatile pieces of cookware you can own; and yet, we know very little about what makes a skillet, a skillet. It’s actually unfair that we use the term loosely for something that brings so much joy to the kitchen. Today, let's discuss everything about Skillets.

14 Mins

Jorge Farah Jorge Farah
All You Ever Wanted to Know About the Serbian Chef Knife

Serbian chef’s knives are incredibly powerful kitchen knives that resemble a traditional cleaver. They have great edge retention and an incredibly tough build, making them very easy to look after. 

18 Mins

Jorge Farah Jorge Farah
Meat Cleaver: Why Your Home Kitchen Needs One
The meat cleaver is one of the most trusty, dependable tools in any home cook’s arsenal. But what about it makes it such an important and versatile tool, and why is it so popular?

15 Mins

Eva Contreras Eva Contreras
The Best Mango Smoothie Recipe You'll Ever Try
You’re looking for a mango smoothie. Instead, we’ll give you a mango smoothie recipe, but also a strawberry smoothie and a banana smoothie, all in one! Here’s the detailed guide for the best smoothie taste.

9 Mins

Dalstrong Content Team Dalstrong Content Team
Carving Knife vs Slicing Knife: Which Should You Choose?

Compare carving and slicing knives for turkey, roasts and brisket. See blade shapes, 9- and 12-inch examples, serving needs and current Dalstrong options.

5 Mins

Himani Vaid Himani Vaid
Spatula: The Weapon Every Kitchen Needs
Spatulas are some of the most loved and used tools in any kitchen. Spatulas are broadly divided into 3 categories: turners, spreaders, and scrapers. Each type plays a different role in the kitchen.

12 Mins

Himani Vaid Himani Vaid
Delicious Greek Chicken and Herbs Recipe

What to give your chicken dinner a delicious twist? Try this chicken marinade that infuses the classic Greek flavors of yogurt, lemon, garlic, and oregano, taking your chicken game to the next level. Not only is this super easy to make but you probably have everything you need to make this in your pantry already. Perfect for summer-grilling, but also for year-round indoor cooking, you can grill this chicken, bake it or even cook it on the stove. Either way, you will end up with juicy, flavorful chicken breasts that you will not be able to get enough of! 

13 Mins

Himani Vaid Himani Vaid
Italian Pasta Recipes You Should Try Making At Home
No matter what time of the year it is, a perfect plate of pasta is one of life’s simple treasures. From black truffle topped plates of Piemonte to the creaminess of chicken alfredo, every one of Italy’s 20 regions, be it Southern Italy or central, boasts traditional pasta dishes to call their own. Let’s take a look at some authentic pasta recipes to add to your cooking arsenal.

13 Mins

Ananya Tiwari Ananya Tiwari
How To Grill Lobster Tails At Home Like A Pro
Lobster meat is like the wagyu beef of seafood. It might cost you a couple more dollars to buy, but it’s worth serving for special occasions. This meat can be used as an alternative to meats you cook every day such as chicken or fish. Grilled lobsters can be served as they are or with butter garlic sauce. 

10 Mins

Abby Pollen Abby Pollen
Elite Spotlight : James Mack | Smoking Dad BBQ
If you’re looking for tips on how to get your grill up to temp, your brisket on point, or how to finesse your live fire cooking experience, James is the guy to ask. He took some time to tell Dalstrong about his own learning experiences.

10 Mins

Himani Vaid Himani Vaid
How To Cook Lamb Chops In Just 20-Minutes
Does cooking lamb chops seem like an intimidating, time-consuming task to you? Well, then you’re living in a bubble, and I’m here to burst that. Follow these simple steps for a delicious grilled lamb chop that will be perfect for any special occasion.

11 Mins

Eva Contreras Eva Contreras
Kiritsuke: How Is It Different From A Chef's Knife?
A Kiritsuke is one of the most interesting Japanese knives: extremely sharp and multipurpose. But what is it exactly? Is it a Japanese chefs knife? What is a Western Kiritsuke? Let us read about this wonderful and versatile blade.

9 Mins

Jorge Farah Jorge Farah
How To Sharpen A Knife With A Stone
Using a whetstone or a sharpening stone is widely considered the best way to sharpen your knives. Not only does it remove the least amount of material (extending the life of your knives), but it also results in the very best edge. 

9 Mins