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Best Knife Rolls for 2025

Posted on April 6, 2025 Written by Joseph Stein

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best knife rolls

Are you a culinary school student, professional or home chef looking for convenient way to travel with your knives? In this post, we review some of the best knife rolls that are currently trending online.

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The Pros and Cons of Glass Cutting Boards

Posted on July 31, 2019 Written by John Rogers

glass cutting board

Although knives are some of the most important pieces of equipment in your kitchen, there are many other essential items that you need to prepare ingredients. There are some of these that you will use directly alongside your knives when you are preparing a meal.

One such item is a cutting board, which is also known as a chopping board or a food preparation board. These are made from many different materials and are available in a range of sizes, colors, and designs. A popular choice is a glass cutting board and the following is an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of glass chopping boards and a look at the alternative options.

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11 Best Knife Oils for Folding Knives [2025]

Posted on March 7, 2019 Written by John Rogers

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Best Knife Oils

Just like any other tool you own, knives need proper care and maintenance. Taking good care of your knives is essential for them to continue performing well and to extend their lifespan.

This applies to both kitchen knives and knives that you use as tools or for other practical purposes. One aspect of knife care is applying oil to your knives, and there are special oils for doing this with each type having different purposes. Here is a guide to buying knife oil and reviews of the best knife oils available.

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10 Best Cutting Boards for Japanese Knives [2025]

Posted on January 21, 2019 Written by John Rogers

Best Cutting Board for Japanese Knives

For both professional chefs and for enthusiastic home cooks, it is important to get the right kitchen equipment. For both professionals and keen amateurs, Japanese knives are a popular choice.

If you choose these types of knives, then it is essential that you buy the right cutting board to use alongside your knife to prevent damage and work efficiently. Here are some things to consider when buying the best cutting boards for Japanese knives, as well as reviews of some of the top options available.

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16 Best Japanese Water Stones: How to Choose?

Posted on November 10, 2018 Written by John Rogers

Best Japanese Water Stones
Credit: Flickr (Didriks)

Knives are a versatile tool for many activities and they are sometimes an essential piece of equipment. Just some of the activities for which you may use knives include cooking, camping, hunting, fishing, crafts, and furniture making.

While a good knife is a useful item for all these activities, a blunt knife is almost useless and potentially more dangerous than a sharp knife. Blades will gradually become dull and blunt as part of natural wear and tear and they are then less effective. It takes longer to cut, the cut is not as precise, and the knife may slip instead of slicing straight through.

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A Complete Guide to the Best Honing Steel [2025]

Posted on July 28, 2018 Written by John Rogers

A Complete Guide to The Best Honing Steel

There is no substitute for a high quality honing steel to keep your knives in their best possible condition. These handy accessories help your knife take an edge when properly used.

Which is the best? Our guide will show you what features to look for and how to choose the right honing steel, and our reviews will give you the detailed information on the top 10 available on the market today.

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