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Best chef’s knives for 2020: Mercer, Global, Mac and more

by Huey Geddes on September 29, 2020 in Chef's kitchen

I use my chef’s knives for all kinds of prep: from chopping Napa cabbage to make home-made kimchi to chiffonading sage for a pizza (I know, we make unusual foods). But for a tool you use in the kitchen so much, it’s important that you make the right buying decision. Plus, few things feel worse than spending $150 on something you end up hating. So before hitting “buy” on Amazon or tossing the cheapest knife in the cart on your next outing, it’s important to ask yourself two questions: What does a chef’s knife offer, and what do you need

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by Huey Geddes on September 29, 2020 in Kitchen

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Best chef’s knives for 2020: Wusthof, Mercer, Global and more

by Huey Geddes on September 13, 2020 in Chef's kitchen

I use my chef’s knives for all kinds of prep: from chopping Napa cabbage to make home-made kimchi to chiffonading sage for a pizza. But even with so much use, $150 can feel like a high price for a good knife — let alone for one you might end up disliking. So before hitting “buy” on Amazon or tossing the cheapest knife in the cart on your next outing, it’s important to ask yourself two questions: What does a chef’s knife offer, and what do you need it for in the kitchen?

High-quality chef’s knives offer versatility above all. Unless

The 8 Best Chef’s Knives for Your Kitchen (2020): Affordable, Japanese, Carbon Steel

by Huey Geddes on September 9, 2020 in Chef's kitchen

A great knife is the cornerstone on which a great meal is built. But if you ask three chefs what makes a great knife, you’ll likely get at least five answers. The truth is that what makes the perfect knife for you will depend on many factors, including your comfort level with knives, the size of your hands, and what sort of food you like to cook.

That said, there’s a reason your basic 6- to 8-inch chef’s knife is ubiquitous: It’s the most versatile knife. The chef’s knife is capable of dicing veggies, slicing meat, chopping herbs and nuts,

The best chef’s knives for 2020: Global, Mac, Wusthof and more

by Huey Geddes on September 3, 2020 in Chef's kitchen

I’ve used a number of chef’s knives over the years and come to appreciate each of them for their unique feel — the heavy-duty Wusthof (my first chef’s knife) is great for cutting squash, whereas I love the Mac for mincing veggies and herbs. But a chef’s knife is an investment. And $150 can feel like a lot for a good knife — let alone for one you might end up disliking. So before hitting “buy” on Amazon or tossing the cheapest knife in the cart on your next outing, it’s important to ask yourself two questions: What does a