There are a all kinds of tools and equipment you need in a kitchen if you're fond of cooking, but most chefs will tell you that a good chef's knife is the most important. However, finding a good ...

If you have knives, you need a good knife sharpener. A knife sharpener is an essential kitchen tool, but it's often overlooked. Investing in a knife sharpener can make a world of difference in ...

You don’t need to spend upward of $100 to get a great chef’s knife. This 8" knife from Victorinox rings in at just over $50 and performed nearly as well as many more expensive knives.

And while a quality chef’s knife can do the trick, an electric knife can really come in handy. Featuring two serrated blades that saw back and forth, the best electric knives make quick ...

The best chef's knife can be used for almost every kitchen cutting task. We've tested the most popular chef's knives from well-known brands, including Global, Lakeland, ProCook and Robert Welch, ...

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Like many Japanese knives, they’re sharpened to a razor-like 12º. Victorinox, who make the famous Swiss Army knives, come recommended by most experts as a good beginner’s option. Laurie ...

BUY NOW $429.00 $129.97 Two Santoku knives (7″ and 5″) feature a granton edge to prevent sticking, perfect for fine chopping. The 6″ Boning Knife glides through joints and bones with ease, ...

This all-purpose Japanese knife is meant to cut almost everything, so I tested 12 of them. With a culinary degree, a master's in journalism, and nearly 20 years of experience, Jason Horn has spent ...

Are you always wishing you had a second chef’s knife so you don’t have to clean in between tasks? Does it turn out you’d benefit from a boning knife because you eat fish and chicken multiple ...

My chef’s-knife collection is substantial. I’ve owned some since I moved out of my parents’ house a decade ago, I’ve received others as gifts, and I’ve tested quite a few for this story.