As long as I can remember, I’ve been obsessed with the idea of a sharp knife. My dad, a former butcher, taught me to sharpen knives, starting around age 6. We used his sharpening stone on weekend ...

A sharp knife is safer, faster, and far more satisfying to use—but only if you maintain it properly. After testing electric ...

Choosing the best knife sharpener can be difficult, given the myriad of choices. However, being able to properly maintain the edge on your cutting tools—whether it’s a pocket knife or a fillet ...

A dull knife is a dangerous knife.

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Learn how to tell if your scissors are dull or damaged—and the simple sharpening techniques that can bring them back to life.

When was the last time you sharpened your knives? Odds are, not recently enough. According to Eric Rivera, chef and founder at Addo in Seattle and former Director of Culinary Research at Alinea, you ...

The angle with which you sharpen a knife blade can determine the effectiveness and sharpness of the knife. No matter the type ...