Michi Photostory: Cutting Edge: Top Knife Brands for Chefs

February 16, 2013

Cutting Edge: Top Knife Brands for Chefs

If you are looking to give your kitchen supplies an upgrade that makes a large impact in preparing meals, you might want to consider your kitchen cutlery. Knives are a vital component of the kitchen, no matter whether you are a home cook or a top chef. Few items are handled and used so frequently during meal preparation. Before you head to the knife store, take a moment to consider the knives you purchase.

When you visit the knife and kitchen store, one thing that you quickly notice is the number of different cutlery brands selling chef knives. When it comes to making a selection, you may be tempted to simply buy the best knife you can afford. However, unless you know the aspects that make one knife better than another, you may end up simply buying the most expensive knife that you can (and expense does not necessarily equate to quality). Familiarize yourself with the anatomy of a good knife beforehand, and research things like the bolster, the bevel, and the tang that best suit your needs. A little extra work on the front end ensures a successful purchase at the knife and chef store.

Knives are critical tools in any kitchen, and one of the first things that should be targeted in your kitchen is supply upgrade. You likely spend more time using a knife than you realize during meal preparation, so it is easy to understand why selecting a top brand is important. With just a little research, you can rest assured that your new knife lets you slice and dice like a pro.