I have used this product for twenty years.It is as good an oil as a person can buy. The oil doesn't run off the stone. It is also good for cleaning the grit from your sharpening stone(s).I would recommend it to anyone.
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Lansky Sharpeners Honing Oil, 1 oz. Replacement Bottle
I have used this product for twenty years.It is as good an oil as a person can buy. The oil doesn't run off the stone. It is also good for cleaning the grit from your sharpening stone(s).I would recommend it to anyone.
E3000%2D7S%2D Meridian Elite 7 Piece Initiation Block Set
We've had a "separates" set of these knives for 3 years and they are fantastic. I know there are several quality brands of knives, but I bought these in a specialty knife shop based on balance and how they felt in my hand. Fantastic quality, any this is my go-to gift for friends who don't already have a quality set of knives.
so when when choosing a knife set it came down to henckle, wusthof and
messermeister all worthy contenders steeped in a rich tradition of forged
steel knife making since the early 1800's. what ultimately impressed me
with messermeister was that they did not compromise their reputation by
outsourcing their product to international knife making markets outside
of germany in order to gain popularity.
the 7pce. meridian elite block set will not only compliment any kitchen
with it's subtle elegance but when called upon will perform with precision
and ease
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Stelton Cheese Slicer/Bar Knife, 8.3 in
One pays a price for Stelton design. It's a price I'm willing to pay for such a contemporary design. It never goes out of style and maes a statement on your cheese platter
Sasaki Napa 18/10 5-Piece Place Setting
Smart modernistic set of flatware. However, the tines on one of the larger forks are obviously uneven, which suggests to me that these utensils weren't actually inspected and approved before being sent to market.Save 64% Off
Wusthof Grand Prix II 5-Inch Tomato Knife
A good tomato knife should have a feel like it "floats" through your tomato, even if it is overripe.This is the only knife I know of that really achieves that effect without needing sharpened regularly. It is good for all soft or semi soft foods. You can use it to cut seeded oranges and use the forked tip to pop the seeds right out.
I have one that is now ten years old with daily use. I have *never* sharpened it, and it still "floats" through overripe tomatoes. :)
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This is the best tomato knife everI had one & it must have accidentally gone in the garbage so I bought this oneof all my Wusthof's, this is in the top 3 of my favorites!Read Best Reviews of Wusthof Grand Prix II 5-Inch Tomato Knife Here
For the cook who likes to have the best tool for the job, this is the perfect tomato knife. I love all the Wusthof Grand Prix II knives and rely on them daily. Would highly recommend this line.Want Wusthof Grand Prix II 5-Inch Tomato Knife Discount?
Tomato knives (small serated knife) is not included in most collections, but is very useful for slicing soft fruits with skins, e.g., tomatoes. See utube for sharpening instructions. "Sharpening a bread knife."
Messermeister 16 Pocket Culinary Satchel, Black
Was nervous about ordering this because there were no reviews, so allow me to be the first to say that this is a great product! All 3 compartments are accessible from one zipper, so you don't need 7 sq feet of space to open it all the way & find what you're looking for...the only downside of that is that you're hanging all your hopes on one zipper & if it fails you you're sunk! But it feels strong and secure. Everything from my old Koobi Kit (whose zippers DID fail me) fit neatly inside, so it's roomy....can't wait to get out there and break it in!
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New version of the 16 pocket messermeister, I love the bag. I has bigger pocket that fit many things. Material seemed better than the older version. One thing Amazon should list that this bag came with a strap, so no one will order a strap along with the knife bag.Read Best Reviews of Messermeister 16 Pocket Culinary Satchel, Black Here
I have this case filled all the way up and I have issues closing it. The zipper would bulge and it would not zip right. I also had an issue with one of the teeth on the zipper getting out of place and it would not zip right. I called Messermeister they did replace the case. I will end up replacing it soon though.Want Messermeister 16 Pocket Culinary Satchel, Black Discount?
KitchenAid 12-Inch x 18-Inch Nonslip Poly Board, Sangria
Great cutting board, though it is very large, and doesn't suit all of our needs. I will be looking for something a little smaller (to add, not replace). I love the color, and the knife-safe board is great, especially with teh bit of silicone on 2 corners to reduce slipping.Save 43% Off
18/10 Stainless Steel Cutlery - Filigree Silverware 25Pc. By Collections Etc
I had done some research on flatware. Looking for a very sturdy set to last me the rest of my life...already heading into 60...10% nickel (18/10) was the one big quality I was looking for...to avoid them bending, corroding, etc. The design is very nice and size is perfect.
They come in a basic cardboard box all wrapped in plastic wrap and rubber bands. The best part of this set is the amount of pieces you get when compared to the name brands with better quality. The polish is just "ok", the edges while not rough could have been rounded off better. If you compare this set side by side with a name brand you'll be able to tell instantly where they skimped in the manufacturing process, mainly in polish and corners. The one little design at the end of each utensil, while ok, shows lack of cohesion with the rest of the utensil. This set reminds me of an 18/10 set that was made 30 years ago, but is just being offered today. The size of the utensils are larger than normal, with spoons having a more flat look than a curved one. The picture of the set you see on this page looks better than the product you actually get, these are best for everyday use but I would not use them for show in a table setting. If not for the price/amount of pieces I would have rated these 2 stars instead of 3.
Pros:
Price, way lower in cost that name brand sets with fewer pieces
Amount of pieces in set, good for those on a tight budget with larger families
Cons:
Quality is about as low as you can get for 18/10
Pro/Con Depending on your preference, these are larger in size when compared to other utensils. Smaller hands may not like the size of this set.
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For the price, you cannot beat the quality, anywhere. I use them everyday instead of my fine silver. The styling is good, not extravagant, but still presentable. I highly recommend for your everyday usage needs.
OXO Good Grips Mango Splitter
Always avoided buying Mangos because of the hassle cutting them. Noticed this tool on Amazon and decided to give it a try (although I did not expect it to work). The design is quite ingenious. The cutting blade is flexible enough to "hug" the pit and cut the fruit away. I would highly recommend.
Pros:
Makes seeding a mango almost instant
Cons:
I don't know what I'll do when this device eventually dulls (sharpening it will be difficult)
It doesn't handle the largest sizes of mangoes
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This little invention I just bought cuts out a lot of mango and a lot of BS. I pay about $1.50 per mango, so losing flesh in cutting the things up is like a punch in the throat. Mangoes are well connected to their skin and seed, making it hard not to waste or at least end up with a million little hacked off pieces and cut up hands.I didn't give it 5 stars simply because there is still a small bit of waste, but given the stubborn nature of the mango, that's inevitable. Someday someone will breed a mango that just pops away from the seed like a peach.
There's a slight learning curve on the tool, but I got it on my first try. I doesn't look like it should work but it does. Amazing and rewarding the first time you use it and have two robust shoulders taken off the seed.
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The problem with mangos is that the pit is well-secured inside the fruit by a pit with long, tough fibers attached. The pit is an inconvenient flat oblong, slippery under the knife. However, if you admire the "peach soaked in turpentine" exotic taste (and I certainly do) you might wonder if there isn't some way to cut out the flesh of the mango without a long, hard struggle.This device is positioned over the mango like an apple corer, allowing you to cut the fibers around the pit and release it from (most) of the meat. While there is still some waste, and while mangos and their pits vary in size, this is pretty good.
It certainly beats my current method of mango preparation, which is to slice along side of the pit, making two shallow halves. I dice the fruit inside the hull and slice it off that tough skin with a knife positioned flat along the skin. I get cubes of mango, and then I either try to trim the pit or I nibble it as a cook's tidbit.
This cutter is faster by far than my old method and a lot neater. Big thumbs up to OXO for figuring this out.
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I was so excited after the first time I used this tool. I was amazed at how easily I was able to split my way through a mango. With moderate pressure, this tool whizzed right through the mango without a problem and I ended up with two perfectly sliced halves. As I am a mango fanatic, it was love at first sight with this tool.The honeymoon was short-lived, however. After a handful of uses, I noticed I was having problems with my mango splitter. What once sailed through the mango was now giving me problems right from the get go. Just piercing through the top of the mango was work enough, and with the added pressure now required, my mangoes were quickly becoming mangled, mutilated messes, and my cutting board and counter tops would be drenched in mango juice. What's worse I could only get the implement about half way through the mango, but no more, and then I had a bear of a time retrieving the splitter from the fruit at all. At first I thought maybe I was using it on too ripe mangoes, and because I didn't want to give up on my beloved mango splitter, I gave it several more tries with mangoes of varying ripeness. Unfortunately, I killed at least a half a dozen mangoes in the process.
Bottom line...this implement works wonderfully from the start, but the blades quickly dull leaving you with a useless apparatus. I have 2 other friends that have had the exact same experience as me with the Oxo Mango Splitter, so I highly doubt it was only mine that had this problem. I have since returned to using my chef's nice to get at my mangoes. It's a bit of a pain, but at least no mangoes have to be killed in the process. Sorry, OXO, but you need to go back to the drawing board with this one.
Kuhn Rikon Classic Serrated Utility Knives, Set of 3, Yellow, Green, and Red
These knives are great for the price. I live with 3 other guys and so these knives get plenty of use and abuse but they're still sharp and quite durable. The colors are fun and make them easy to pick out from a full drawer and the different sizes/types in this pack are also convenient.
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I've been using these knives for years for camping/car camping. There are three different knives: Green, straight 3 5/8" blade 8 1/4" OAL (over all length), good for pairing knife or cheeses; Yellow, serrated 4 3/4" blade 9 3/8" OAL, good for breads; Red, straight 6" blade 10 3/8" OAL, good for misc slicing and chopping. Very light weight sturdy design, the sheaths fit snuggly and ventilate the knifes if still wet. The blade is extremely sharp, and stays very sharp (I use a nice set of Wusthof knives in the kitchen, and would compare their performance to these). I've already have had friends that have camped with me buy a set. For the price, you really can't get a better set for camping, or an RV, tackle box, survival kit, etc.Maybe it's just me, the green knife is useful and used, the yellow knife used rarely, the red knife is very light weight and doesn't cut very well, I don't recommend them.Want Kuhn Rikon Classic Serrated Utility Knives, Set of 3, Yellow, Green, and Red Discount?
The advertisment says Kuhn Rikon Classic Serrated Utility Knives, Set of 3, Yellow, Green, and Red.Indeed only one of the knives was serrated. I believe that is deceptive advertising. I am totally disappointe
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Chicago Cutlery Insignia2 3-Piece Knife Set
Very good knives at a very good price. Like similar, higher priced knives, hand washing is recommended. Chicago Cutlery merits consideration if you're in the market for these better quality knives.
I do like the fact they included reusable transport/storage sleaves.
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I recently moved overseas and live in guesthouse with shared kitchen. The kitchen supplies were limited especially a good knife. I like to cook and needed to have good and basic knife set. This was a good fit. They are sharp, easy handling and takes limited storage. I use all three pieces regularly, the paring knife to least as I find the blade could be a bit longer. They are quite sharp now, but I know eventually I will have buy a knife sharper. I had a full set of Chicago Cutlery(18 pcs)at home before moving, was happy with them so I brought this set.Read Best Reviews of Chicago Cutlery Insignia2 3-Piece Knife Set Here
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This purchase of Chicago cutlery Insignia 3-piece knife set was purchased to add to the existing sets. I received an excellent price on the set and they match what I own. I just could not pass up this good deal! The photo show, however is not the actual knife set, but I did receive the correct matching model set.Save 1% Off
Mikasa Bravo Large Salad Serving Fork
Beautiful stuff, but it won't even fit in my dishwasher. ALL "Bravo" serving pieces are HUGE. Reminds me of the serving pieces you see at a resturant salad bar or buffet table, or what you'd get from a caterer. Had to return all my new "Bravo" flatware and service pieces for this reason.Save 25% Off
Towle Living Paradise 77-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 12
good quality for money definetlly recommend this a little on light side but what do you expect for the money
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Gourmet Settings Avalon 5 pc Stainless Steel Hostess set
This hostess set is so beautiful. I am going to order 2 more so I don't run out of large serving spoons. I am impressed with the heaviness and quality handcraft of this pattern. They look beautiful on the table and I use them everyday.
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Love these!FYI: do not use an abrasive on the patina (dark) finish, it will take the finish right off. You can probably put them in the dishwasher, but if you're handwashing, let them soak in hot water for a couple of minutes to loosen stuck-on debris and use a sponge or something soft; do not scrub with anything abrasive.
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If you have the Avalon flatware, this is a great compliment/completer set. The sugar spoon is a unique shape...the perfect addition to complete your flatware...Want Gourmet Settings Avalon 5 pc Stainless Steel Hostess set Discount?
This hostess set is beautiful and weighty. It's a nice compliment set to my everyday flatware from another manufacturer. I was about to buy a 3 piece set at twice the price when I came across this one. I'm glad I waited. I received the product quickly and without any damage.Save 6% Off
Steak Knife, 9 1/4 In, PK 12
At just over $2.00 each, these are a steal. Looking for a restaurant quality steak knife? This would be it. The blade is slightly flexible, just right for steaks, chops, undercooked broccoli (SP?). Am not certain they are dishwasher (home) safe, I hand wash all my knives out of habit. Check with the seller. The handle is the perfect size for just about any hand.
Epicurean Kitchen Series Cutting Board
I also have black bits coming off of my board onto my food. I have had the board a couple years and put it in the dishwasher. I have since started hand washing it. I know that cutting boards need to be replaced over time, but I feel this product fell apart too easily.
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Honestly, this is a great board for cutting.Unfortunately, I also have a sense of smell and a sense of taste.
The board reeks of chemicals when washed... hand-washed.
Also, if you leave something on the board for more than a minute or so and the board is wet (for instance, cutting onions, fruit, or anything that leaves a liquid), the food tastes like the cutting board smells.
Make sense?
I won't buy this again. There are other cutting boards out there that don't have this issue.
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At first I thought this cutting board was a bit pricey. I've paid less for wood, plastic, and bamboo boards that were larger. That being said, this is the only board I've owned that has been worth the money I spent on it. It has held up remarkably well to hard use/abuse in my kitchen. I use it multiple times daily, and while it's starting to show a little wear (I've had it for around 6 months), it's far from needing to be replaced. It has far fewer gouges/scratches than a bamboo or wood board easily 1/10th its age, which means it's far less of a bio-hazard. You can also put it in the dishwasher, which is a plus (though I use it so often that I rarely wash it in the dishwasher). I also like the slate color... that way it won't be stained by curries and other such items that eventually left my white plastic cutting board looking like someone did something unpleasant on it.Want Epicurean Kitchen Series Cutting Board Discount?
Quite simply, this is the best cutting board I've ever owned. It's lightweight but very sturdy, it doesn't dull my knives, it's resistant to bacteria, and it's DISHWASHER friendly the board fits into the bottom rack of my dishwasher without a problem. Try doing that with an old wooden board! The Epicurean is also really good looking, even after months and months of hard use, and has a pleasant feel as well, not rough and scored like wood or plastic can get. I don't think I could ask for more from a board (unless it could wash itself, but that's just wishful thinking...).
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Build a Block with 9-Inch Steel and Kitchen Shears
I replace my old and small knife block with this unit. It was $10 more for one with the added scissors and steel, all of which appear to be of good quality. It was a notable upgrade to my kitchen hardware. I like the horizontal placement, which solves the problem of some people inclined to put knives in upside down with the vertical models.
Wooden Saya Cover Gyutou 7.0" (18cm)
Why someone would buy anything other than this for A knife they use and care for.Fits Yoshihiro 7.0 gyutou Perfect
Pin Seems to Fit deeper in one side than other I marked it
Oceanstar KS1194 Contemporary Knife Set with Block, Elegant Black, 15-Piece
I am more than dissapointed with these knives. I gave them 5 stars at first but after a few month they now deserve 1/2 star. The plastic handles break really easy!
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High quality set of knives for a good price. I recommend this set if you are not wanting to spend a whole lot of money on this type of item.Was helping a friend after her surgery and she didn't have a sharp knife in her house. Saw these and had to get them. They look and work great. For the money you can't go wrong with this set.Want Oceanstar KS1194 Contemporary Knife Set with Block, Elegant Black, 15-Piece Discount?
if you dont want to sink a lot of money into a knife set, but want to have a decent one this is it!Save 10% Off
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Pro S 2-3/4-Inch High Carbon Stainless-Steel Peeling Knife
I used this knife at a friends house. The balance is great. You can tell this is a quality knife. The small tip end is great for coring strawberries. The slightly wider area by the base makes it nice for pealing thin skinned items such at potatoes. This is a must for anyone that picks strawberries to core and freeze. I liked it so much I'm purchasing one for myself. You can't get anything like this at local store.
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A sharp knife makes a difference. I never thought much about my knives since I was a casual cook. A renewed interest in cooking caused me to take a hard look at my knives. I did a lot of research and settled on the Pro S series. I never realized how much difference good knives made. This is a great knife to have, extremely sharp and makes quick work of peeling just about anything. Even if you cook only occasionally, this is a knife for you.I actually first got this knife in a large set of Henckel knives. I absolutely love the knives, Henckel is as good as they get and I love the look and especially the feel of the Pro S series. I wasn't sure how I'd like the hook design but after using it I must say I absolutely love it. It works great for peeling (what its actually made for) but I also love to use it to cut and dice all sorts of things (pretty much anything smaller that I usually cut in my hands). They shape really helps cutting up or stemming things like Strawberries.If you like Henckel knives I'm sure you'll love this one.I'm a Henckels fan and have several of the Twin Pro blades. This one is very useful and handy. The curved balde makes peeling round fruits very easy. And of course Henckles quality is very evident. A great little tool for all kitchens.