Inspired by conversations on the Food52 Hotline, we’re sharing tips and tricks that make navigating all of our kitchens easier and more fun. Today: Treat your knives well, and they’ll love you back.

Knowing what tool is used to sharpen knives will save you a headache when you find that yours are becoming dull. Most of the ...

You may be using the wrong tool for the job.

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July 19, 2011 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google A dull knife is a cook's worst enemy, and easily the most dangerous tool you can have in your kitchen. Thankfully, ...

Here are edited excerpts from a recent online chat: Q. What is the best angle for the knife when using a sharpening steel? A. 20 degrees. To figure that, hold the knife at a 90-degree angle, cut that ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Your knife is too dull. How do I know this? For one, you clicked ...

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 ...