Knife Guide

TL;DR: Left-handed Nakiri knives feature specially angled bevels and ergonomic handles designed for left-handed users. Choose based on bevel type (single or double), handle comfort, blade dimensions, and steel quality....
TL;DR: Pinch grip offers superior control and precision for detailed cuts, while hammer grip provides more power for heavy tasks. However, avoid using a Santoku for bones or frozen foods;...
TL;DR: A Nakiri knife features a rectangular blade with flat edge, squared tip, and specific parts like the hasaki (cutting edge), kissaki (tip), and mune (spine). Understanding these Nakiri knife...
TL;DR: Nakiri knives are perfect for home cooks who prep lots of vegetables, professional chefs focused on precision, beginners learning knife skills, and anyone with ergonomic needs. They excel at...
TL;DR: Nakiri excels at vegetable prep with its rectangular blade and straight edge, perfect for precise push cuts. Kiritsuke is a versatile hybrid that handles meat, fish, and vegetables but...
TL;DR: Santoku knives are shorter, lighter, and excel at straight, up-and-down chopping of vegetables and precise prep. Western chef’s knives are longer with a deeper curve for rocking cuts and...