The Larien Bagel Biter may seem like a lot of machine if all you want is a sliced bagel, but that baker's treat stays fresher if you buy them unsliced, and if you want to open one up at home to add a spread of cream cheese, you seldom get ...

If you like kitchen gadgets, you may find this Westmark Mushroom and Egg Slicer fascinating. With a similar concept to the very well-known wire grid slicer, this powder-coated aluminum press accomplishes the same goals with a sturdier and sharper grid of stainless steel ribbon blades. A matching cutting ...

There are times when a machine needs to be complicated and times when it should be simple. Then again, there are occasions where the two sides can come together to improve function on all fronts. The Chef Prep is one of these combinations. It operates from a simple thumb ...

If you can get past the non traditional aesthetic, there's actually a lot tolike about this Ken Onion design from Shun.

The handle is appreciably beefyfor a small knife, a touch which I find particularly appealing, as mostsmaller Japanese knives have handles which feel undersized in my hands. Themodified offset ...

The PrepExpress is made to operate in three ways- hold it in your hand, set over your pan or bowl, or set it on the counter. The device comes with three stainless steel cutting drums: a slicing, a shredding, and a grating or fine shredding drum. The food chamber, pusher, and drums ...

This five inch Utility Knife from LamsonSharp combines American craftsmanship and high quality Solingen stainless steel from Germany. Made in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, by Lamson & Goodnow, makers of fine American cutlery since 1837, this LamsonSharp knife has a lifetime warranty covering both defects and edge maintenance. Buy this knife ...

The all steel design of this 9" cutting edge Damascus stainless steel carving knife from Shun Cutlery uses methods similar to those that created the best samurai swords. The result is a traditional knife with superior edge holding and cutting ability, and a look good enough for dining service.

Shun's ...

This Japanese style slicing knife from Wusthof of Solingen, Germany, incorporates some good features from both styles. Much better than a typical chef's knife for slicing vegetables and making other fine cuts, the Wusthof version is not a complete concession to Japanese ideas.

Wusthof retains the forged construction that's a trademark of ...

A set of five prep knives in one of Wusthof's oldest patterns, this Classic block set might have been near the top of the heap twenty years ago--now it's a good set that needs some help.

The knives in this assortment cover the full range of kitchen tasks, but they do this ...

Practical knives designed with elegant presentation in mind, these three solid stainless steel blades handle the full range of cheese textures, from hard Parmesan to soft Camembert. The set is suited to dining service as well as kitchen work.

Three knives with extreme differences in blade design make up this ...

Five knives and a sharpening steel in this assortment from well known manufacturer Wusthof of Solingen, Germany, would make a very welcome and lasting gift set for anyone starting out in a kitchen of their own. On the other hand, if you are making the decisions yourself it may make ...

With a PakkaWood handle built for lefties, this Shun Classic 9 Inch Damascus Stainless Steel Bread Knife retains all the fine features of that high quality modern cutlery. The D-shaped handle, made from layers of resin saturated birchwood, is oriented for left handed grips.

Using some of the techniques ...

Believe it or not, there was a time when even the best knives were made in this pattern and people were happy with them. Today it's possible to pick apart the details and complain that the metal ferrule over wooden handle may conceal a gap where moisture can collect, or ...

The ten inch stainless steel blade of this Henckels TWIN Pro-S Carving Knife is enough to smoothly slice the largest roasts and hams, as well as poultry and fish. One piece forged steel construction gives the knife extra strength, with a heavy blade resistant to twisting and bending, ...

This fine set of four stamped stainless steel steak knives in the TWIN Gourmet style from J. A. Henckels is a serving pattern that will harmonize with many modern table settings. The dark handle slabs and triple riveted full tang construction is far stronger than is necessary for ...

This 6" stainless prep knife from Wusthof of Solingen, Germany, shows the strong one piece forged blade, bolster, tang and end cap that made Wusthof's older Classic line one of the most durable around. The design of the Ikon handles has been much improved over the squared handle slab ...

Beautifully constructed of solid stainless steel with a blade forged in the famous Shun Damascus pattern, this small vegetable chopping knife has the raised handle design created by Chef Alton Brown. Chef Brown liked the quality and efficiency of Shun cutlery but found that his hands were too large to ...

This set of two small prep knives from Calphalon of Germany offers both a 6" utility knife and a 3.5" paring knife in full tang forged stainless steel patterns. The comfortable shaped and durable polymer handles add a modern look.

With heavy blades and bolsters, these knives won't have the slicing efficiency of ...

If you understand a few technical things about steel, when you look at this Damascus stainless steel carving knife with 9" blade from Shun it's hard to even imagine anything about it could be less than perfect. The blend of modern materials and traditional design is so good, ...

From Henckels of Solingen, Germany, this 8 piece block set in the Stylus pattern is actually made in China to Henckels' specifications. The high carbon stainless steel of these stamped blades is from rolls of steel approved by Henckels' engineers and the quality of this economical starter set is relatively ...

Built with the same high standards as the larger knives in Henckels TWIN Classic series, this 4" Paring Knife could be one of the most used knives in your kitchen. For the mundane chores of cutting blemishes from fruit and vegetables and peeling onions, many people choose the worst knives ...

The no-nonsense Classic line from Henckels of Solingen, Germany, still looks much the same as when the knives were first introduced, but the changes you don't see are great improvements over the old commercial Henckels cutlery. Over the years many advancements have taken place as the company upgraded steel, forging ...

The 7" serrated blade of this fine Henckels International Classic Bread Knife is specifically designed for making clean cuts in hard crusted or soft breads and pastries. The look is traditional, with a familiar dark polymer slab handle triple riveted to the full length forged tang. The forged bolster extends ...

The Grand Prix II version of the Wusthof 8 inch Offset Deli Knife offers one piece forged construction with a less rustic look than Wusthof's standard slab handled patterns. This versatile knife uses a full length rat tail tang concealed within an ergonomic black polypropylene handle, permanently ...

This 13 piece block set in Henckels International Forged Synergy pattern actually only has four kitchen prep knives to offer. The santoku, chef's knife, utility knife and paring knife will cover most of the ordinary kitchen tasks, but these are not all the knives you will need. Six knives in ...

These are the two knives that most home chefs will use most often--the 4" paring knife and 8" cook's knife. By themselves they are not a complete set, but unless you've shifted over to santoku these are still the ones most often in hand. Even if you prefer ...

Having spent some time in Asia I'm well aware that if pineapples were even slightly less than delicious, nobody would mess with them. Bring one back from the market as a gift for your gracious hosts and you might get a polite smile and a reluctant sigh from the person ...

One of the two knives many cooks use most, the Henckels TWIN Pro Paring Knife makes a perfect companion for either a chef's knife or a santoku. Often reserved for only the light duty chores, this forged pattern from Henckels Solingen stainless steel is strong enough to do tougher ...

As a labor saving device I usually consider a mandoline somewhat suspect, because a cook skilled with a knife and cutting board can out-produce a mandoline operator if all that's required is sliced vegetables. In restaurants the mandoline or a similar device can assureproductuniformity, which often is not critical in ...

Chroma Cutlery's award winning Type 301 knives, designed by F. A. Porsche, may at first glance strike you as more pretty than practical. Using them convinces most people that these ergonomic but unusual knives will do the work better, faster, and with less fatigue.

This boning knife, with a cutting ...

Many people who buy Henckels products expect all their knives to be hand forged. The Twin Signature series from which this 7 piece knife block set has been selected is one of Henckels' stamped product lines. What you can expect is quality, but not of the same kind ...

This small (6 1/4" cutting edge) Type 301 vegetable knife from Chroma Cutlery combines the familiar blade style of a cook's knife with the ergonomic solid stainless (18/10) steel handle that won designer F. A. Porsche several awards. Chefs sometimes choose cook's knives based on hand size, the heavier ...

With some concessions to competitive design--and new ideas of their own--Henckels brings us a patented new TWIN Cuisine 5" Santoku. This hollow ground pattern has been a standard tool in Asian kitchens but is relatively new here in the West. The Santoku design is a direct competitor of ...

Many years ago I had practical reasons to learn some things about old hand tools and the way things were done before "one size fits all" technology became standard. Today the kitchen is one of the few places where those old rules still apply, which is why I ...

Intended specifically for carving roasts, ham, poultry and other cooked meats, this 8 inch carving knife from Chroma fits in perfectly either at the dining table or in the kitchen, with style and functionality designed for either one. Winner of several awards for design, the Chroma 301 series ...

For consistency alone, if you choose Chroma Type 301 knives for your kitchen, you'll want to complete that set with matching serving ware. This serrated 10 1/2" pastry knife from Chroma Cutlery will cut bread and pastry with perfection, and has all the unique characteristics of design and ...

Victorinox's Forschner 12" granton edged Slicing Knife has the blade length to cut even slices from large roasts and other cooked meats, with a minimum of cutting strokes. The food you serve will have a better look when you use this well made professional quality blade.

The rat tail tang of ...

The 8 inch International Classic Chef's Knife from J. A. Henckels Cutlery of Germany maintains the old standards in this modern version of the mainstay knife of Western kitchens. The specially formulated stainless steel blade of the Classic is forged from a single bar of high carbon alloy--blade, bolster and ...

From Paderno World Cuisine, this 11 7/8" full tang salmon slicing knife has all the features that specialty blade truly needs. But with the limited one year warranty Paderno provides, you'll need to follow the rules.

Specifically designed for slicing thin perfect sheets of salmon from a smoked fillet, this slicing ...

Although I've been very impressed by Chroma knives from the Type 301 series, I do wonder whether in this oyster knife they've gone a step too far. The 301 knives have won several awards for design because of the unique and efficient combination of blade and ergonomic handle shape, ...

This special purpose serrated knife from Chroma Cutlery applies the award winning design of F. A. Porsche to the task of slicing tomatoes. This is the most delicate knife in the Type 301 product line, with a forked tip intended for spearing the juicy slices of ripe tomatoes and ...

The vegetable cleaver is the most versatile knife in an Asian kitchen, equivalent to the chef's knife familiar in Europe and America. This Chroma Type 301 Vegetable Cleaver, in the pattern designed by F. A. Porsche, makes one of the most practical prep blades even better.

If you're shopping on the ...

The four knives in this block set from Chroma Cutlery cover most of the tasks in a modern kitchen. With the dovetail flare handles that won awards for designer F. A. Porsche, this set will increase any chef's efficiency at the same time it eases the stress on ...

For chefs who like the versatility and light weight of a utility knife, this 8" Offset Deli Knife from Wusthof is a step up from the older straight bladed version. One of the drawbacks of the utility style has been the lack of knuckle clearance. Although the straight blade ...

If you've been cooking long enough that you deserve a treat, shopping around for "the right knife" may fit the bill. For some, the Henckels 6" Chef's Knife could be it. If you like the light weight and versatility of a utility knife but want something that leaves ...

It certainly has a German shape and a German name, but that's where the
similarity ends.

This isn't quite the same level of quality that most folks
expect from Wusthof. This stamped blade knife shouldn't be confused with
its more expensive "forged" brethren, but it will offer a respectable level
of performance at a ...

Tailored to fit large hands and do big jobs, this 9" Grand Prix II Cook's Knife from Wusthof of Solingen, Germany, is the classic general purpose cook's blade of the European kitchen. Designed to do most of the work available, the cook's or chef's knife is a multi-purpose ...

Part of holiday tradition and everyday kitchen prep, the carving knife and fork have always been mainstay tools of the dining table as well as the kitchen counter. This new design by F. A. Porsche is an attention getter in either zone, with a look that has won ...

A fine basic set of Chef's knives either for the professional or the serious home chef, this four knife collection comes in a soft sided carrying case emblazoned with the company logo--everyone will immediately know you have the best. Be ready to prove it.

These knives won't ...

This award winning eight piece set of professional quality chef's knives from Chroma Cutlery's Type 301 series, designed by F. A. Porsche, shows that even the most basic concepts of knives can be made better. Pictures don't really do enough to explain the style--they'd need to be 3D to ...