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I love to see materials used to create beautiful and dramatic designs, like these Anolon Brunello Steak Knives. The wood handles are carefully carved and sculpted, revealing the lovely layers. Not only comfortable to use, the knives are a feast for the eyes. The warm natural wood with its organic lines and shapes offers a wonderful contrast to the sharp precision of the ice-hardened carbon steel. Carefully balanced with full tang construction, these high quality knives offer both durability and precision. Presented in a fetching beech presentation box, a set of six Anolon Brunello Steak Knives is £49.99 from Cook in Style.
Anolon Brunello Steak Knife Set - £49.99
Posted by Kate on August 6, 2010 12:07 AM
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Now I've picked up one of the beautiful Slate Cheese Boards, I really need to get a cheese knife to match. This gorgeous Cheese Knife by Guzzini would make a fantastic complement. The sculptural form and gleaming stainless steel adds a sophisticated accent to the natural rough stone. Designed by Denis Santachiara, the Guzzini knife features a spherical handle and flat leave shaped blade. Made for cutting hard cheese, the Guzzini balances its artistic beauty with practical function. While my favourite is the Hard Cheese Knife pictured, there is a whole range of Guzzini Cheese Knives available from Made in Design.
Guzzini Hard Cheese Knife - £14.30
Guzzini Semi-Hard Cheese Knife - £16.90
Guzzini Bell-Shaped Cheese Knife - £16.90
Guzzini Hard Cheese Knife with Flaking Blade - £20.60
Guzzini Two-Pronged Fork - £16.90
Posted by Kate on December 18, 2009 12:06 AM
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If meals were theatrical productions, Christmas would be a Broadway hit! After you've put so much effort into cooking the perfect turkey, you want to show it off in style. The Eva Solo carving set offers minimalist glamour for modern Christmas dinners. Fashioned from Asian blade steel, the ultra-sharp knife makes carving effortless. Both the knife and fork are made from a single piece of metal so the handle runs seamlessly into the blade and prongs. A sophisticated addition to your Christmas productions, the Eva Solo Carving Set is £106 from Made in Design.
Eva Solo Carving Set - £106
Posted by Kate on December 9, 2009 12:03 AM
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I love the classic natural style of these Opinel Kitchen Knives. Made in France since the 1890s, Opinel are well known for their utilitarian kitchen knives. With stainless steel blades and real wood handles, the Opinel knives have a practical timeless style. The set includes:
A Multi-Purpose Kitchen Knife - A Serrated Knife - A Curved Vegetable Knife - Vegetable Peeler
Packaged in a vintage inspired box, these lovely knives would make a brilliant gift for your favourite vintage aficionado. Available online from Pedlars, the 4-Piece Opinel Kitchen Knife Set is £39.50.
Opinel 4-Piece Kitchen Knife Set - £39.50
Posted by Kate on December 4, 2009 12:02 AM
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When chopping herbs and small vegetables, you want a strong secure grip that offers you precise control. The chunky curved handle of KitchenAid Mezzaluna is a perfect example! The sharp steel blade uses a smooth comfortable rocking motion to chop your herbs, while the thick nonslip handle fits snugly in the palm of your hand giving you complete control, even if you suffer from arthritis. And when you're finished, the Mezzaluna slips into its protective sheath making it safe to toss in a drawer. A quality tool that makes kitchen prep quick and painless, the Kitchen Aid Mezaluna is £28 online from Deluxe Product.
Kitchen Aid Mezaluna - £28
Posted by Kate on November 2, 2009 12:07 AM
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Sleek and slim-lined, the Nagara Knife Block offers compact style for your kitchen. A dark wood panel of grooves runs across the blond curving block, giving the Nagara a modern decorative style. The sculpted stainless steel knives slide easily into the warm wood block. The satin-finished knives add contrast to the smooth rubberwood block. A contemporary collection that is dishwasher safe and with a five year guarantee, the collection includes:
- 20cm chefs knife
- 20cm bread knife
- 20cm carving knife
- 11cm utility knife
- 9cm paring knife
Available from Viners, the Nagara Five Piece Knife Block is £60.
Nagara Five Piece Knife Block - £50
Posted by Kate on September 3, 2009 12:05 AM
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I love the rich grains and contrasting tones in the new Akita 6-piece knife block from Viners. Pairing the sleek gleaming knives with warm glowing woods creates a relaxed contemporary style. The contrasting woods can be appreciated from any side and bring an artistic element to the Akita block. The narrow knife block design tucks neatly at the edges of your counter leaving you plenty of space to work, while still providing convenient access to all you knives. Guaranteed for five years, the satin-finished steel knives are suitable for everyday use. Safe in the dishwasher the set includes:
- 20cm chefs knife
- 21cm bread knife
- 21cm carving knife
- 15cm boning knife
- 12cm utility knife
- 9cm pairing knife
Designed exclusively for Viners, the Akita Knife Block is £60 from the Viners Online Store.
Viners Akita 6-Piece Knife Block - £60
Posted by Kate on August 14, 2009 12:00 AM
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Now I've loved the Natural Slate Cheese Board since we covered it last Christmas, so finally to have one in my hands is a pleasure. Hand crafted with a slate knife, this creates a lovely scalloped edge around the board. The Scottish Slate has a wonderful rough texture that is finished in an acrylic resin which seals and hardens the surface. This shiny finish accents the delicious textures of your cheeses making them irresistible. The stone's natural properties help keep your cheese cool, while allowing their flavours to flourish. I especially love 'The Handpicked Collection's idea to use chalk to name each of the cheeses on offer. A fabulous serving board I can't wait to use, the Natural Slate Cheese Board is £14.50.
Natural Slate Cheese Board - £14.50
We also ordered one of the Kuhn Rikon coloured knives. These bright and cheerful knives use a revolutionary process to bond the colour to the metal blade without losing its edge. But my favourite feature is the handy plastic sheath. We often take food with us when we travel, and you can't always be sure you'll find a knife where you are going. This sturdy knife sheath means you can safely take a knife along with you. Great for picnics or just when you want a fruity snack on the run, these Coloured Knives let you safely prepare meals where ever you are. Available in Blue, Green, Red, Pink and Yellow the Coloured Knives are £5.95 from 'The Handpicked Collection'.
Coloured Knife - £5.95
Posted by Kate on June 24, 2009 12:01 AM
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If you have a random collection of favourite knives it can be difficult finding a single knife block for them all. The Kapoosh Universal Knife Block solves this problem, letting you slot knifes in anywhere. The oval shaped block is filled with thin plastic rods that support your knives however you slide them in. A brilliant way to protect your most used knives, the Kapoosh Knife Block can even hold those important kitchen scissors. With a brushed stainless steel finish accented with a black plastic edge, the Knife Block has a sleek modern style. Available from Lakeland, the Kapoosh Universal Knife Block is £44.03.
Kapoosh Universal Knife Block - £44.03
Posted by Kate on April 2, 2009 12:07 AM
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If you love clear, clutter free counters, the Balance Knife Block might set your heart a flutter. Besides protecting the specially counterbalanced forged steel knives, its innovative design engages your curiosity while nesting close to the wall. The compact base supports the knife handles while hidden magnets hold the blades steady in the oak block. A unique design that keeps your knives close to hand without sacrificing you counterspace, the Richard Sheffield Balance 5 Knife Block is £160 from Heals.
Set Includes: Paring Knife, All Purpose Knife, Carving Knife, Bread Knife and 8” Cooks Knife
Richard Sheffield Balance 5 Knife Block - £160
Posted by Kate on October 8, 2008 12:07 AM
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A new sophisticated collection of modern chef knives, the Robert Welch Signature Knives are a stylish choice for passionate cooks. With sweeping sculptural handles the Signature Knives are designed to fit comfortably in your hand. Developed with the help of professional chefs, the knives feature a full length tang and have high-quality, fully-forged, hardened steel blades. Each blade is carefully angled to minimise fatigue, creating an alluring fluid profile. A brilliant contemporary knife collection, the Robert Welch Signature Knives are available from Lakeland.
Robert Welch Signature 10cm Vegetable Knife - £24.99
Robert Welch Signature 12cm Serrated Utility Knife - £27.99
Robert Welch Signature 12cm Kitchen Knife - £27.99
Robert Welch Signature 14cm Cooks Knife - £33.99
Robert Welch Signature 16cm Cooks Knife - £35.99
Robert Welch Signature 14cm Santoku Knife - £35.99
Robert Welch Signature 22cm Bread Knife - £35.99
Robert Welch Signature 7 piece Knife Block Set - £259.99
Posted by Kate on August 1, 2008 12:04 AM
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Who says that kitchen knives need to be serious and boring? The Pure Komachi Knifes add bright colour for easy identification and an exciting vibrancy. These distinctive stainless-steel knives feature a coloured non-stick blade that runs right through the handle. The translucence grips reveal simple images of food, stamped through the tang of the blade. A great set for beginner chefs, the silhouette images remind the user what each knife is best used for. Available individually or as a set, the pink 16½cm chefs knife is for meat, the green 16½cm Santoku knife is for veg, the 11cm blue knife is for fish, while the bread knife is a warm golden colour. Available in the UK for £25.99 each from corvusweb.co.uk or $19.99 each from Amazon.com in the US.
Corvus
Pure Komachi 16½cm Chefs Knife - £25.99
Pure Komachi 11cm Fish Knife - £25.99
Pure Komachi 16½cm Santoku Knife - £25.99
Pure Komachi 21cm Patented Scallop Edge Bread Knife - £31.99
Pure Komachi Four Piece Chefs Knife Set - £89.99
Amazon US
Pure Komachi 6½ in Chefs Knife - $19.99
Pure Komachi 4½ in Fish Knife - $19.99
Pure Komachi 6½ in Santoku Knife - $19.99
Pure Komachi 8in Patented Scallop Edge Bread Knife - $20.99
Pure Komachi Four Piece Chefs Knife Set - $79.99
Posted by Kate on July 8, 2008 12:23 AM
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The second item brought over from North America was our knives. As my father is a metallurgist, it seemed reasonable to send him out looking for good quality knives at a bargain price. The result is the Calphalon Contemporary Cutlery. Hand-forged from premium quality high carbon, no-stain German steel, each knife features a full tang, which means that the metal of the blade continues to run all the way through the handle. A full Tang provides better balance and strength, and less chance of your knives breaking. The Contemporary handle is sculpted to fit comfortably in your hand, and unlike similarly styled knives on the market, the black grip isn't made from silicone or rubber so there is no risk of it distorting over time. My favourite feature though is the knife name etched on the end of each handle. It means you instantly know what knife your selecting before you pull it from the block. A sleek modern design that is comfortable and easy to use, the Calphalon Contemporary Knives stay sharp in both blade and style. Available in a wide range of knife sets, the Calphalon Contemporary Knives are available from Amazon.com, we chose:
Calphalon Contemporary 8-Inch Chef's Knife - $29.95
Calphalon Contemporary 2-Piece Asian Knife Set (includes: 7" Santoku 4.5" parer) - $21.00
Calphalon Contemporary 2-Piece Fruit/Vegetable Set (includes: 6" Utility & 3.5" Parer) - $29.95
Posted by Kate on June 4, 2008 12:07 AM
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Distinctive knife blocks are a quick way to make a designer statement in your kitchen. Modern designs like the Redonde Knife Block from Viners bring a sophistication with it's soft turned form. Accented with long steel fins, the wood and metal are blended into a single dramatic design. The elegant sculpted knives are arranged in a radial pattern, which emphasises the cylindrical form. Rather than taking up extra counterspace, the compact Redonde stands straight and tall. A part of the Viners Professional Collection, the stainless steel knives offer a ten year guarantee and are dishwasher safe. The set includes seven knives: a 20cm chef's knife, a 20cm bread knife, a 20cm carving knife, an 11cm utility knife, a 9cm paring knife, a 15cm boning knife, a 14cm small chef's knife and a 14cm carving fork. Available from the Viners online store, the Redonde Knife Block is currently on sale for £51.00 (RRP £85.00).
Redonde Knife Block - £51.00 (RRP £85.00)
Posted by Kate on April 16, 2008 12:16 AM
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Bamboo has the magical ability to bring natural warmth into you kitchen. Embracing this trend setting material, John Lewis has created an entire range of beautiful bamboo products. Besides the expected chopping boards, John lewis have created tea caddies, knife blocks and a gorgeous bamboo cheese dome. The straight bamboo grains are paired with stainless steel accents for a sleek contemporary style. A brilliant way to bring modern warmth into your kitchen the Bamboo Kitchen Range is only available at John Lewis.
Bamboo Knife and Board - £10
Bamboo Storage Canister - £15
Bamboo Cheese Cutter - £15
Bamboo Mezzaluna Set - £20
Bamboo Cheese Dome - £30
Bamboo 6 Piece Knife Block - £75
Posted by Kate on April 14, 2008 12:00 AM
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Ever feel like your kitchen is a circus? Inspired by the infamous 1938 'Wheel of Death', the Throwzini's Knife Block will bring a whimsical excitement to your kitchen. Featuring a bright red figure strapped to the front, your kitchen knives slot in safely around him. With slots to hold five knives, the blades go straight through the 'wheel' and are then protected by clear plastic sheaths behind. To capture the excitement of the original stunt the Throwzini's Knife Block spins freely, while each knife is safely secured by magnets in the block. A knife block that exudes character, the Throwzini's Knife Block includes 5 professional stainless steel chef knives for £59.99 from Amazon.co.uk.
Throwzini's Knife Block - £59.99
Posted by Kate on February 15, 2008 12:00 AM
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