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Most Legit Reasons to Avoid Putting Your Knives in the Dishwasher Dishwasher automation has reduced our kitchen struggle to a great extent, but not all utensils are compatible with that washing process. Like delicate fine china and plastic items, your knives’ edges are also prone to dishwasher damage. If you wonder how it happens and why to avoid putting knives in the dishwasher, understand their basic anatomy.  Knife Anatomy and What Happens to it When Put in a Dishwasher? The anatomy of a knife is crucial to understanding its vulnerability in a dishwasher. The blade, comprising the edge, spine, and...

Mastering the Art of Cauliflower Cutting: Knife Selection and Techniques Cutting cauliflower can be surprisingly tricky. Unlike broccoli, its brittle nature means it often crumbles under pressure, leaving you with a mess instead of bite-sized florets. Whether you're preparing a crisp salad, a hearty stir-fry, or a creamy soup, the way you cut your cauliflower and the type of knife you use to cut it can significantly impact the texture, flavor, and overall presentation of your dish. If you've struggled with this, don't worry—With the right knife and technique, cauliflower cutting can be a breeze for you. In this blog,...

The Crucial Interplay of Balance and Weight in a Chef's Knife Being a chef, you know how critical it is to have a perfect knife to perform cooking chores efficiently. While a sharp blade and comfy handle material play a significant role in precise cutting, chopping, dicing, or mincing, there are two other factors measuring the success of a chef’s knife. These two are knife balance and weight. Knowing how these aspects work is essential to making the right decision while looking for a Damascus steel chef knife that results in a good investment. This post will provide you with...

Ensuring Child Safety in Your Kitchen: Tips and Guidelines Cooking with your children is a fun and educational family parents-children activity. It helps them to learn about food and foster healthy eating habits among them. However, it is also important for you to balance this excitement with Kitchen safety for kids. Sharp objects, burns, and electric shocks are some potential hazards that usually involve injuries. Understanding these risks is important to create a safe cooking environment. In this guide, you will learn about the tips and guidelines to create a secure space where children can enjoy cooking and baking sessions...

Distinguishing Between Honing and Sharpening Ever heard about honing and sharpening when it comes to your knives? A lot of people consider these terms interchangeable, but let us break the bubble of myth today. These are two different terms, and if you want to keep your knives in good condition and want them to last longer, it is important to find out the difference between honing and sharpening and the significance they hold. While constantly working, a knife’s blade starts to deteriorate. And even if you feel the blade is sharp, just losing its edge will also affect the knife’s...