How to Buy a Knife
Friday, April 29, 2011 at 4:00AM By Craig Deppe
When most people decide to explore the wonderful world of cooking, one question seems to pop up almost immediately, “Are my knives good enough?” To which the answer is, “Probably not.”
The next question is almost always, “What kind of knives do I really need?” To which the answer is, “Good ones, but not as many of them as you might think.”
You will never regret buying good-quality knives and, if you take good care of them — hone them every time you use them, have them professionally sharpened once or twice a year, keep them clean and NEVER get them too hot (no dishwasher or stovetop!) — they will give you a lifetime of effortless slicing, dicing and chopping.
In this video, I’ll show you some very basic tips about what knives you need and what to look for when purchasing them.
For more tips and information on knife care and knife skills, check out the following:
- Basic Knife Skills Mom Never Taught You
- Advanced Knife Skills
- Easy Onion Prep Tips
- Garlic: Our Frustrating Old Friend
Craig Deppe developed his skill and passion for all things culinary at an early age, under the guidance of his French mother. After college, he spent 15 years traveling the world as a professional sailor, sampling myriad cuisines and replicating them in many a ship’s galley. The birth of his son led Craig to forgo a seagoing career to pursue his interest in cooking and writing. He now organizes and caters culinary events in San Francisco and works as a chef’s assistant at Sur la Table. Special Fork bloggers blog Monday through Friday.
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Reader Comments (1)
I never gave that much thought to buying a knife, probably because they weren't very expensive. I just bought whatever complimented the rest of the utensils and what ever looked like it would do a really good job at cutting.