Should I Buy a Whetstone? Why It Is a Better Idea Than You Think
We see it in the shop all the time. Someone picks up a whetstone, picks it up, turns it over, and then puts it back down with the same ...
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Kitchen Samurai Sponsors Best Chef at the South Africa Restaurant Awards
At Kitchen Samurai, we have always believed that exceptional cooking begins with craftsmanship.
Before the applause, bef...
Why Does My Knife Go Dull?
Steel type, heat treatment, cutting boards, and daily habits. Here's what's actually happening to your edge and what you can do about it.
Chefs-n-Knives – Xavier Frances – Chefs Warehouse at Maison
Chefs-n-Knives – Xavier Frances – Chefs Warehouse at Maison
We’re excited to feature Chef Xavier Frances in our Chefs & Knives blo...
Tom Kha Soup
Tom Kha Gai: Bold Thai Coconut Prawn Soup
Ingredients
Grab these from an Asian grocer or decent supermarket. No substitutes—commit to...
Chefs-n-Knives – Bennie Schoeman – Southern Sun Waterfront
Chefs-n-Knives – Bennie Schoeman – Southern Sun Waterfront
Meet Chef Bennie Schoeman, a chef whose journey began in the heart of Mpuma...
Whetstones: Choosing the Right Sharpening Stone and Set
What Are Sharpening Stones?
Sharpening stones, or whetstones, are tools used to restore the sharp edge of knives and other edged too...
Chefs-n-Knives – Marc Andrew Jackson – Private Chef
Chefs-n-Knives - Marc Andrew Jackson - Private Chef
Welcome, dear reader, and welcome to Chef Marc Jackson! Marc is a true Japanese ...
Chefs-n-Knives – Anouchka Horn – Belly of the Beast
Chefs-n-Knives - Anouchka Horn - Belly of the Beast
Welcome, dear reader, and welcome to Chef Anouchka Horn! Anouchka is a personal ...
Chefs-n-Knives – Callan Austin – Dusk Restaurant
Chefs-n-Knives - Callan Austin - Dusk Restaurant
Welcome, dear reader, and welcome to Chef Callan Austin! Callan’s experiences have al...