Not just a tool but a tradition, Japanese cooking knives are the culinary samurai of your kitchen, featuring incredible precision and craftsmanship.

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The perfect frying pan is the culinary Holy Grail, and your prize for finding it is the ability to effortlessly flip pancakes, perfectly sear a steak, and scramble eggs like a pro. But with the plethora of options out there, how does one choose the best skillet for culinary...

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Whether you're making a chicken fried steak or even an upside-down carrot cake, there are many many uses for the mighty skillet. Learn all about what makes a good skillet, and what the best skillet recipes are, in this article..

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People don't often think about owning pizza scissors, but these cutting edge kitchen tools may come in handy to slice through your next pizza party.

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With an ever-expanding smorgasbord of brands to choose from, it's important to pick one that speaks to you. One that combines reliability with flair, and that boasts a user community that you can feel part of.

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Cooking fish can be a bit of a tricky proposition. What are the best pans to deal with this fickle protein? We'll explore that, as well as give you some of our favorite fish recipes, below.

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The brunoise cut is one of the finest types of cuts, derived from the julienne. It's as fine as you can go before you're mincing. Let's explore.

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Can you freeze block cheese? Absolutely! Lock in that cheesy goodness by freezing it tightly wrapped to keep its flavor intact for later cheesy adventures!

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Knives with Damascus steel patterns are some of the most sought-after in the world of kitchen knives. But what exactly are Damascus steel patterns, how are they made, and which should you choose? Let's explore.

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A special occasion sneaks up, you swore you had more time, and now you're rushing to find the perfect gift that will ship in time. Let's ensure that this year's last-minute gifting isn't just fast but also fabulous.

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A full tang knife offers great strength and durability. Whether you're into hunting, camping, or just appreciate a good blade, the full tang is your trusty sidekick. Let's explore how.

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The blade, the knife handle, the bolster, the heel, spine, tang, edge, and tip all these are parts of the average kitchen knife. How do they work with each other to make your food the best it can be?

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Master the secret to safe cooking and bid farewell to kitchen cuts for good! Here's the best way to prevent cuts in the kitchen.

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Ever looked at your kitchen drawer and wondered why knife shapes are so varied? Let's delve deep into the world of knife anatomy, from pocket knives to the mighty chef’s knife, and find out the mystery behind their shapes.

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A stainless steel pot with a lid is one of your most important allies in the kitchen. Stainless steel cookware in general is extremely useful: it cooks great, it looks great, and it saves money.

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Knife skills are about more than just showing off. Having the right skills can make you a better, safer, and more confident cook.

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Butterflying shrimp involves carefully slicing along the back and pressing it flat. With the right tools and a little patience, you can make restaurant-quality butterfly shrimp right at home. Keep reading for all the deets.

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The quick answer? A sharp one, with a strong, ergonomically designed handle, and a blade that can make a cut of meat sing (figuratively, of course). But there's a lot more to take into consideration when picking the best knife for cutting meat. Let's talk about it.

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No matter how impressive your Damascus steel blade is, or how sophisticated your knife sharpening techniques are, a lousy knife handle can make chopping and slicing an annoying ordeal. Let's talk about knife handles – the unsung heroes of the knife world.

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To sharpen a kitchen knife like a pro, you'll want to start with the right tools either manual or electric sharpeners or a sharpening stone. The key is maintaining a consistent 20-degree angle and transitioning from coarse grit to fine grit for that cutting-edge finish.

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In home cooking, all the best easy recipes in the world won't help you if the tool you're using is a blunt knife. Let's delve into the world of knife sharpening and learn how to sharpen that edge.

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A grill is a classic method for cooking hamburgers, but how long should you do it and what steps do you need to take to ensure succulent success? Let's dive into it.

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It's easy to overlook the humble kitchen apron. Often seen merely as a protective garment to keep our clothes clean, the apron plays a much larger role in the kitchen than we give it credit for.

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Grilling steak perfectly involves key steps: start with a quality cut, let it reach room temp, season adequately, preheat grill for high heat, cook to desired doneness (use a meat thermometer!), and let it rest before slicing. Voila, a juicy, charred masterpiece!

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Wherever you are in your culinary journey, sharp kitchen tools are a vital part of your cooking experience. Knife skills aren't much use if your cooking tools aren't at their finest.

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A quality kitchen knife set, displayed in an elegant wooden block or a magnetic holder, isn't just a fancy kitchen accessory. It's a culinary essential and a vital investment for your culinary adventures. 

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Oysters can add a touch of sophistication to any meal. However, cracking open the hard shell to reveal the succulent treasure inside can be tricky without the right tool: an oyster shucking knife.

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Serrated knives are a fundamental part of the kitchen. But many folks even seasoned chefs who have attended cooking school are under the mistaken belief that a serrated knife can't be sharpened.

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If you've ever had a really good hunting knife or a simple kitchen knife, you'll appreciate the need for a protective covering or sheath. And when it comes to sheaths, a leather knife sheath is undoubtedly the classiest and most efficient choice you can make.

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Beef Stroganoff: the culinary equivalent of a warm, comforting hug from your favorite Russian babushka. It's the tantalizing symphony of tender beef strips, a velvety sour cream sauce, and the gentle embrace of egg noodles that has our taste buds dancing the kazatsky.

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Everyone loves pork chops! But by taking the extra step to brine your pork chops, your reward is a juicy, flavorful pork chop that is a long ways from the boring, tough, borderline inedible pork chops you’d been cooking for yourself.

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The question of how you like your steak cooked has almost overtaken the question of how you like your coffee in terms of personal preferences strangers have strangely intense opinions about. How do you know which degrees of doneness you like your steak? And what are the differences between them?...

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As a beginner in the culinary world, you may wonder why you should worry about something as seemingly technical and esoteric as the different types of knife steel used to create your kitchen tools. Let's break down the various types of steel used in kitchen knife blades.

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Pomegranate fruit is absolutely delicious, and the ruby red arils (seeds) are really great in a wide number of savory and sweet recipes. Let's look into how easy and fun peeling a pomegranate is when you arm yourself with the right tools. Let’s explore that!

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In this article, we will compare the two companies in terms of product quality, customer service, overall reputation, and other relevant factors to help you decide which brand is best for you.

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Ground beef is a delicious and versatile ingredient that has gotten the short end of the stick and gone unrecognized in the culinary world. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the properties of ground beef, and share some easy ground beef recipes with few ingredients.

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If you enjoy cooking, you know that being equipped with the right kitchen tools can make a world of difference. These tools can enable you to cook anything from a simple, straightforward meal to an elaborate multi-course feast. In this article, we’ll explore the concept of kitchen tools, and give...

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Good knife brands are more than just a name on a box. If you pick the right one, you’re not just buying a knife – you’re joining a community, and you can get a tremendous amount of value from the brand. In this article, we’ll explore what makes for good...

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You need good kitchen knives to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. In this article, we’ll discuss what you need from your kitchen knives, and show you some of the best kitchen knives available.

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When you take the rich, creamy texture and flavors of the egg salad and put it in sandwich form, you end up with something that’s even better than the sum of its parts. In this article, we’ll explore the egg salad sandwich, including the very best egg salad sandwich recipe...

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Filleting fish is easier than you think. In this article, we’ll guide you through how to do it, including tools you’ll need and answering any questions you might have.

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Let's talk about the different types of kitchen knives around, what they’re made of, and how to find the best kitchen knife for your home. 

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An oyster shucker is a must-have kitchen knife for any seafood enthusiast. With its special design, home cooks can pry shells open and make quick work of the connective muscle that keeps the oyster flesh connected to its shell.

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A knife sheath, also known as a knife saya or a scabbard, is a protective cover for your knife. Below we’ll discuss why you should be looking for one, and give you some recommendations to keep an eye out for.

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Tanto knives are traditional Japanese blades that were originally used as weapons, and with time, they’ve become popular in the culinary world. Let’s take a look at the tanto knife design, its history, and how to use it.

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Hoping to make the classic comfort food that is chicken pot pie? This blog makes it simple, with step-by-step instructions for a great pie crust and chicken pot pie filling, as well as tips on the best tools and tactics for success, including how to prevent your crust from going...

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Let’s talk about steak knives; why they’re used, how they’re used, and where you can find the very best ones.

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Cutting boards (sometimes known as chopping blocks or carving boards) are an essential part of home cooking. But the world of home chefs is sharply divided as to which material makes the best cutting board. In this article, we compare bamboo cutting boards and tropical teak cutting boards to see...

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A knife case (or a knife bag, or knife roll) is a simple, stylish way to transport your precious kitchen knives from one location to another. In this blog post we’ll talk about what to look for in a knife case, give you some tips on proper knife storage, and...

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Learn how to cook scallops the right away, discover its unique texture and flavor, and check out one of the best and easiest scallops recipe you'll ever try today.

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A good wood chopping block is a fantastic kitchen tool and will have a direct impact on the quality of your food (not to mention the quality of your health). How do we find the best chopping block? And what should we be looking out for? Find out today.

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This is one of the simplest, most straightforward Sauteed Mushrooms recipe you'll ever cook. It really highlights how simple recipes can be utterly amazing. This recipe has to be shared. So let’s talk about the very best sauteed mushrooms you’ll ever try.

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Granite stone cookware is one of the most common types of cookware around. It has a number of advantages as well as some drawbacks. How does it stack up against stainless steel cookware? Here’s our take on it.

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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?

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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. 

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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?

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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. 

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If you’re the kind of person who secretly gets a little bummed out every time they have to put their beautiful kitchen tools away, fear not. A knife holder is exactly what you’re looking for to keep your tools safe, easy to access, and on proud display.

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There’s just something about Mexican food, isn’t there? Taquitos are among the best things that have ever existed. Why not instead learn how to make them yourself? That’s right – let’s explore this wonderful dish with the very best taquitos recipe you will ever try.

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Every cheese lover should have a great set of cheese knives. A cheese knife is a knife specifically designed to cut, slice, or spread cheese.Their unique shape and design is perfect to maintain a cheese’s structural integrity, making it easy to portion it without damaging it. A cheese knife set would be a...

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A butcher's knife is, as the name implies, one of the most useful tools for butchering animal carcasses. If you have a large piece of meat that you need to portion off into smaller cuts, a butcher knife is the best way to go. 

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Raw ground beef lasts for one or two days in the fridge before it goes bad. Cooked ground beef will last for three to four days in the fridge. Learn storage tips and how to tell if ground beef has gone bad.

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Whether you’re making a traditional Thanksgiving turkey feast or you’re simply cooking up a nice turkey dinner, few meals are as wholesome and satisfying as a juicy roast turkey cooked to perfection in an oven. And because this meal is so delicious and so satisfying, it is particularly...

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Depending on the size of the kitchen knife set you purchase, it might come with some extremely specific specialty knives, or it may come with just the essentials. Of course, what constitutes the essentials is also within contention. We’ll get to that a little later.

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The reverse sear method is a process that involves baking the meat in the oven, then searing it in a pan (preferably a cast iron pan). This technique is fantastic because it gives you more control over the internal temperature of the meat while also allowing for a delicious browned...

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Whoever you are, and whatever you do, there’s something universally appealing about owning a knife that is unique, creative, and, yes, “cool.” But what is a cool knife, anyway? And where can you find the coolest knives to buy? Let’s dive into it.

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If you're making a classic lasagna, you might get a little hung up on the layering process. Check out how to layer lasagna the right way today!

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The scimitar knife is designed to help easily break down large chunks of meat. Their curved blade allows for smooth slicing of large chunks of meat, as well as getting around bones and under skin. And because they’re knives that will be used for these tough jobs, the need...

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We'll take a look into Damascus steel knives to learn what they are, why they are special, and why Damascus is one of the most popular types of steel out there.

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The mighty Beef Wellington is a staple of British cooking, and Michelin chef Gordon Ramsay is a staple of culinary television. What is his take on this classic dish?

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So let’s talk about how long to smoke ribs, the different methods of cooking BBQ ribs, and some of the best tools you can use at your backyard barbecue to establish you as the ultimate pitmaster.

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In this article, we’ll get into the ins and outs of Japanese kitchen knives, show you what you should be looking for, and give our suggestions for the best Japanese kitchen knives to buy.

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So today we’re taking a closer look at our trusty tongs; figuring out how they work, what to look for in a good set of tongs, and which ones are the best ones to purchase. Let’s dive in.

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Today we’re talking about the wok pan. A kitchen tool that might seem a little intimidating at first, but eventually will become one of your closest allies in the battle for culinary mastery. There’s a lot that you can do with it, and many reasons to own one. So let’s...

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When it comes to cookware, Misen and Dalstrong are two relatively young companies producing high-quality cookware. Which one should you go with? Read our detailed breakdown today.

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What is a cooking pot and what exactly makes for a good cooking pot (or even a good pan)? How do we find them? What exactly should we be looking for? This is what we’ll be exploring in detail. 

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Tuna poke bowls have quickly become all the rage, first popping up in Hawaii then gaining momentum elsewhere in the world. Let's take a look at how to make these popular bowls.

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There are several types of knives you can utilize to make your kitchen tasks more efficient. This guide will tell you everything you need to know on the different types of knives and their uses to make your meal prep a breeze.

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Everybody loves barbecues, and being prepared for any culinary challenge should be a priority for every pitmaster. Here’s our low-down on what you need in any BBQ knife set, and how to find them.

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A leather knife roll is a transportation device where you can carry your kitchen knives from place to place without worrying about them knocking against each other or becoming damaged. Leather knife rolls usually also contain additional pockets for tools such as meat thermometers, kitchen shears, and other accessories.

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Let’s talk about knife block sets. How to pick them, what you should look out for, and our thoughts on the very best knife sets with blocks available in the market.

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Let’s dig into the noble beef brisket; we’ll learn what it is, how to pick the best ones, how to cook it, and then how to slice it properly (including what tools you’ll need for each one of these tasks).

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So what is a vegetable knife and which knives can we use ? There are a few, but we're going to talk about the three main knives - Nakiri, chef, and paring.

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Most people don’t know what to look for when it comes to cutlery sets. We’re here to make things as easy as possible for you with this comprehensive cutlery guide.

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In this article, we’ll be focusing on the general-purpose chef’s knife used by western cooks. 

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Both of these knife-makers have garnered acclaim for their premium kitchen products that combine style and performance, making the act of cooking a much more pleasurable experience for both professional chefs and home cooks.

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Today, we’re going to talk about a type of pan that you have definitely heard of, and it may even be a type of pan that you currently have in your kitchen. But is it a pan you’re using to its best potential? Learn everything there is to know about...

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Knowing what knives are made from, the specifics of each type of steel, and how each type of steel interacts with its environment, is a fundamental step in becoming a true knife expert. 

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The world of cooking is filled with recurring questions that pop up over and over again. And one of those questions is... what’s the difference between mincing garlic and chopping garlic, anyway? Learn the answer today. 

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For myself, and a lot of people in the world, barbecue pork ribs are the perfect example of a comfort food. Few meals are as satisfying as sweet, spicy, fall-off-the-bone tender oven-baked ribs. It meets all our criteria for comfort food, with its mix of flavors and textures as...

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