Before a knife ever loses its edge, it usually picks up a few bad habits. Hard surfaces, rushed cleaning, careless storage.

Hold the blade at a 15-20° angle. Draw the knife across the steel, alternating sides about 5-10 times. Wipe and store safely.

Whether you're a knife sharpening beginner or expert, there are a few tips steps that are unique to sharpening pocket knives.

“A dull knife is a dangerous knife.” If you have never heard that saying before I can confirm its validity for you. It’s true because a dull knife requires you to work harder. When your knife is sharp ...

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Are you ready to be on the cutting edge? Literally! Well, almost, we’re back in the kitchen yet again to get our knife skills in tip-top shape. Janelle Whempner is the Culinary Arts Instructor at CTE ...

A chef the Foodist once worked with said that there are two things you must always do before cooking: Wash your hands, and sharpen your knives. The former is a no-brainer (I hope); the latter, as you ...