Opinel knives have become an iconic pocket knife, almost as well known as the Swiss Army Knife. The Opinel range of pocket knives has a distinctive, unmistakable design that makes it easily recognizable. What makes these knives so popular, and why are they so cheap? Opinel pocket knives are popular because of their simple, practical, …

Knives can be dangerous if they are stored incorrectly and can sustain damage to the cutting edge, severely damaging the blade. Storing knives in a drawer can be done if precautions are taken for the knife’s protection and the safety of anyone with access to the drawer. Knives can be stored in a drawer, but …

Japanese knives have a reputation for being the best kitchen knives available. This perception has resulted in Japanese knives becoming iconic symbols of what a knife should be. Why has this perception of Japanese knives arisen, and is it true that they are the best?  Japanese knives are the best kitchen knives because of the …

Many chefs wonder about the best way to store their knives, an expensive investment. Amongst the many tools that professional chefs use, knives are one of the most important. These simple yet vital tools need to be stored in a manner that makes them easily accessible, protects them from damage, allows them to be kept …

Knife sharpening is an essential part of knife maintenance. A sharp knife is necessary for a good clean cut, peak performance, and safety. Many people are concerned that sharpening a knife every day will ruin the knife. We explore this concept in more detail.  Can Sharpening a Knife Everyday Ruin Your Knives? The fact is …

Cutting boards are an essential platform to use when cutting ingredients with your kitchen knives. How do you avoid getting knife marks on your cutting board to extend its life, and if you already have knife marks, how do you get rid of them? Avoiding knife marks altogether on a cutting board is impossible, but …