Kitchen gear reviews that say what we did not like

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Knives

Yoshihiro NSW Hammered Damascus Vegetable Chef Knife

Our favorite in the guide: a Japanese-style knife chosen for its design, sharpness and light weight.

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What we liked

  • Damascus steel that holds its sharpness
  • Hammered blade that keeps food from sticking
  • Flat, rectangular edge that slices without rocking

What we did not

  • Expensive, so not for a tight budget
  • A 6.3-inch Japanese-style blade will not suit everyone

Honest pros and cons, from a real user’s point of view

We are a team of food nerds, passionate about kitchen stuff and cookware. We weigh the pros and cons of every product through the eyes of a general user, and when we find something worth your time and money, we share it first-hand with you.

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