Gorgeous cutting board. Love the large size, and the little recesses to slip your fingers in for carrying the board.
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John Boos Reversible Cutting Board, 20 by 15 by 1.5-Inch, Walnut
Gorgeous cutting board. Love the large size, and the little recesses to slip your fingers in for carrying the board.
Kotobuki Cheese Knife with Wood Cover, Brown
Very sharp knife with a handy little cover. I just leave this in the picnic basket, so I don't have to go digging for it when I want it. Very pretty little knife, and it works well. I could not ask for a better picnic item.
Wusthof Classic 6.3-Inch Hollow Edge Euro-Utility Knife (16cm)
I chose this knife because I liked the profile of the blade. Most utility knives have a drop point and the blade is tapered on both sides. This one has a straight point and is only tapered on the bottom. I wasn't disappointed. It's a sturdy design and very versatile. The hollow edge makes slicing vegetables so much easier. I used it to slice a turkey breast and it made a very neat, quick job of it.I like this knife so well, I will probably get the 8-inch version too. I wish that Wusthof made this same style knife in a 4-1/2" or 5" version.
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Yamazaki Old Denmark 5 Piece Placesetting, Service for 1
For the past 21 years, Yamazaki "Old Denmark" has graced the table of our home. It's beauty has not faded nor has it's strength. It managed to survive the raising of a child, three dishwashers and countless meals and diners.Over the years, we have added to our collection; twenty place settings, many extra serving pieces and just last summer-ice tea spoons. It's actually difficult to tell the new from the old. Another plus-the pattern hasn't been discontinued. Highly recommended!
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Solid, hefty, incredibly well made, long-lasting, and they complement any other tableware you may pair them with.They are so nice to hold and to use, fitting the hand comfortably. This is what flatware ought to be like.
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A friend of mine had a dinner fork of this pattern. Only one fork. It was used as a small serving fork. After using it I went online to find out what it was. I purchased eight place settings. I can see why the pieces retail at $85 per place setting. The quality is the best I have ever encountered and the balance of each piece is perfect. I am sorry that I didn't know about this company and pattern 20 years ago.Want Yamazaki Old Denmark 5 Piece Placesetting, Service for 1 Discount?
I too own this pattern. Since the late 80's, as I recall. All of the great things about the looks and quality are true. I've used mine for daily use since buying, as I loved the style so much. And use most of the time for special dinners, as well. The thing that I am so thankful to report, is how I got my set. I bought these at old Weinstocks, on compounded discounts....something like 50% and 40%.....all I remember is the cost to me PER PLACE SETTING was $13.50. And I bought about 10 PS and serving pieces at the time. Later, I added more pieces, but not at the original great deal, but much better than today's going prices. So I'm a very happy camper. They are still lovely to this day. And all I do is hand wash or dish washer. Imagine if I got off my duff and hand polished. $13.50/PS!!! THAT was my luckiest of shopping day.Save 31% Off
Victorinox Cutlery 8-Inch Chef's Knife, Yellow Fibrox Handle
I already own this knife with the black fibrox handle and wanted a second one since this is the knife I grab most often over my Henckles and Wustofs. When I saw that it came with a cool yellow handle I had to have it. Unbelievably great knife at an unbelievably great price.
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Rösle 12724 Cheese Knife
Excellent cheese knife. I have many Rosle kitchen utensils and they are all wonderful. Quite pricey, but in my opinion worth the money, as you'll have them forever. I've had this knife for years and it is still extremely sharp and looks in perfect condition, due I'm sure to the high quality metals they use. Recommended, no question.
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This is the best cheese knife we've ever owned. It stays sharp and it's great for other things like tomatoes and fruit. It slices through cheese very easily because of the large cut outs. It's an excellant marriage of form and function. It also makes a great gift and emulated the high quality of the Rosle brand.Read Best Reviews of Rösle 12724 Cheese Knife Here
Have been looking for a cheese knife for over a year since the handle broke on my old one. This is a great cheese knife. It is solidly constructed so I am not worried about the handle breaking again. It cuts through cheese without sticking. It is very good looking. It was not the cheapest knife available on Amazon, but definitely worth the extra money. Also love Amazon Prime, which is a great deal if you live in an area where there is limited shopping.Want Rösle 12724 Cheese Knife Discount?
This knife has what it takes to cut and serve cheese properly. The design allows cutting cheese without sticking to the knife. Very handy and the price was right. I saved $8 by buying it on Amazon.Save $0.05 Off
Gourmet Settings Non Stop 20-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4
I have owned the Non-Stop flatware for two years and still love it. We use it for our everyday flatware and continue to get compliments on it from guests. I did have a few very small rust spots in the beginning but a little Bar Keepers Friend wisked them away and I have not had problems since. They are tossed in the dishwasher without a care. As with all my flatware when I hand wash them, I do prefer to dry them right away to keep water spots off. I love the feel in the hand. They look great with paper plates or china. Non-stop by Jet Set is a great buy.
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I love the heaviness and the look of these. The first time I bought a set, though, I noticed one of the fork tines was bent, so I returned it and got a new set. When I got a different set, once I had opened them, I noticed that around the fork tines of a couple of the forks, the metal looked a little bent or weird. I haven't noticed any rusting yet, but if it does rust, I'm sure it's going to be around that part. Check the items before you purchase them. The 50-year warranty should cover the rusting, though.--Jacob's wifeRead Best Reviews of Gourmet Settings Non Stop 20-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4 Here
UPDATE-Have them for over 2 years now and still look great, no rusting, I don't put them in the dishwasher and don't use lemon liquid on them.If anybody want to sell me their small forks, I will buy them I had lost a few.---I bought two sets a few months ago when they were on sale. I regret not getting one more set. All my friends notice and like them. They are heavy enough and feel like the more expensive sets. I am very happy with them and so far have no rusting problems. I did read somewhere that using lemon dishwashing liquid is not recommended for metal flatware, so I use the regular kind.Want Gourmet Settings Non Stop 20-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4 Discount?
I have had these for 6 months. I first started noticing rust within 3 months. More than half the pieces have a spot or more. I try not to leave them in water, but there is water in the sink and dishwasher! My old silverware lasted 20 years with no rust. I will return and buy a different brand.
Shells Cheese Spreader Set of 4
These spreaders are very beautiful! They compliment. Any beach themed event or shore home. They are well crafted and beautiful to look at and use with many different foods.
Wusthof 5-in. Gourmet Fork-Tip Tomato Knife.
This is the best knife and a must have for any kitchen. I not only use it for tomatoes...I use it for everything. A very sharp knife and one of my favorites. I love the tip as well. We have owned ours for several years and love it.
I have 2 Wustof Santoku knives: gifts from family. This tomato knife is of similar quality except for the cheap red sticker. Cuts through tomatoes effortlessly; as well as melon, strawberries, peppers, etc... (you get the idea. the blade is very sharp )
The knife itself is excellent, but to earn 5 stars for a $30 tomato knife, leave the sticker off and laser brand/imprint the handle or leave it off entirely. The blade is marked indelibly; no reason to cheapen it with a tacky red sticker that is starting to peel on the handle.
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This is a "must have" knife in the kitchen if you love tomatoes! It slices through them beautifully. I've bought it for gifts for others and they all rave about it.Read Best Reviews of Wusthof 5-in. Gourmet Fork-Tip Tomato Knife. Here
I was on a knife purchasing kick and ordered the block set of Wustof Gourmet knives, so I decided to purchase this tomatoes knife since I eat a lot of tomatoes and really just liked the idea of it. It's a good knife, it's sharp, and it cuts tomatoes well. I just don't know if it's necessary to have a separate knife for tomatoes because it does not do any different or better of a job than the Santuku knife that I purchased. Again, it is a good knife and does the job well, it just depends on if you have a need or want for a separate tomato knife. If you already have a knife that cuts tomatoes well I don't think this does any different or better of a job. Good knife, not necessarily necessary!!Want Wusthof 5-in. Gourmet Fork-Tip Tomato Knife. Discount?
There's *only* one way to properly slice a tomato that's with a knife expressly designed for it. Wanting a quality such knife (but affordable), I bought this. Folks, if ya don't have one....get one (this one).Save 22% Off
Chef's Choice 220 Hybrid Diamond Hone Knife Sharpener, White and Brushed Stainless Steel
This has been one of the best things I have purchased for my kitchen. I have had my set of sharpening stones and oil for many years. I do enjoy at times spending a Saturday sharpening my knifes and dulling my cares away. However there are those times that I need to sharpen a knife in a hurry and this product fits the bill. It will put a great edge on your kitchen knifes in record time and is easy to store away when finished. Get this especially if you do not know how to sharpen and have just purchased a new knife every time one has gone dull. You will not regret purchasing this sharpener!!!
I really didn't think I could justify an expensive sharpener when all I need to do it correct and them maintain the edges.
I was right, mine were rough!! It took a little more than the instructions said in order to get the edge corrected on mine, but since I did, I've hit them on the manual hone side for a couple of strokes and I'm slicing like a mad man!
For the home casual cook that isn't sharpening blades constantly and only needs to fix then maintain good edges this thing is great and at a price I almost passed on because it was so low!! I thought I'd still need to spend a lot more to get a good sharpener, even for my needs. At first when I realized what they meant by "hybrid", meaning what you use the most is manual, not power, I was disappointed, until I used it. It really does only take a stroke or 2 to touch up the edge and it's easy to do without having to pull it out and plug it in. It's not fancy looking but it's built really solid and easy to use and easy to store.
As the instructions will warn, it may leave faint rub marks on some blades and it did on 1 or 2 of mine. But they're faint and not a problem. It may also be me, using it for the first time.
I'd highly recommend this sharpener.
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After years of looking for a good knife sharpener at an affordable price, we found this one on Amazon. It absolutely does the job, easily and efficiently. It also works on serrated knives, which is a real plus. Chopping and slicing and dicing is much less of a chore when you have a sharp knife to do the job!I was a little timid at first to use an electric sharpener on my expensive Henckels but after I did, I was impressed with the nice edge it put on all of my knives. The price was very reasonable as well and I would highly recommend this product!Bought one of these because my somewhat expensive knives were getting dull. It works great. I tried the "paper test" on an old Henckel knife I had. If you hold a sheet of paper in one hand a sharp knife should be able to easily slice it from top to bottom and you should be able to cut curves. My old knife badly mangled the paper before sharpening and afterwords it sliced with ease. This sharpener is also easy to use. I bought another one for our vacation house.Save 27% Off
Mundial 5100 Series 2-Piece Carving Set, Black
Well, I bought a Mundial 8" chef knife and was impressed. I added a 7" Santuko, 3.5" paring and then this carving set. All are fully forged except for the carving fork which doesn't need to be. Balanced well and nicely sharp. You can get better knives for sure but unless you live in the kitchen or at least semi-pro the cost rockets. Mundial, for those who don't know are a German knife-making company that moved to Brazil because of the high quality ore there. Furthermore Brazilian steel, while being such high quality is staggeringly cheaper than other western steels so to get an equivalent knife with a Henkels name on or similar you would have to pay a lot more. The clincher for me was this. Not only do Mundial have their own quality controls in place, but every year they send their knives to independent reviewers to get unbiased feedback. Each time they attain the highest standard from those reviewers.Save 19% Off
Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Bag Holder, Fennel
Love the colors they are producing these in. They are very small but exactly what you need for a single tea bag. Le Creuset quality stoneware that keeps me buying!Save 26% Off
Oneida Azalea 20-Piece Flatware Set, Service for 4
We needed to supplement the flatware we already had and I was happy to find the style on here. I like that I can buy spoons and forks, etc. separately as well.
Yaxell Ran Cutlery Set
Bought these for my boyfriend. He loves them. The quality is amazing and slices through food like butter. The handle balances perfectly with the rest of the knife. The design on the knives is beautiful.Save 32% Off
SharkTail
I purchased this knife at the recommendation of a friend. I cook frequently and found this knife to be one of the best that I haved used. It has a serated edge for easy, precise slicing of tomatoes and the sharktail end is perfect for coring tomatoes and strawberries. Works great on artichokes too!Highly recommend.
Gourmet Settings Twist and Shout 20-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Set, Service for 4
If you are like me with a more "rustic", "old world" theme to your home, than you know how difficult it is to find flatware to fit your romantic ideas of days long gone and your modern life with dishwashers! Well, I found these and they have been fantastic! They fit perfectly with my huge antque oak dining table and I can dress them up or down depending on the occastion. They are all one piece instead of a spoon or fork piece attached to the handle; another feature I really liked. The only reason I am giving them 4 stars instead of 5 is that once in a while, the handles will develop a very minute amount of rust, likely from multiple trips through the dishwasher. This is easily remedied by a bit of baking soda and they are like new!
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We've enjoyed this rustic flatware for well over a year now and it still not only looks like new, but gets rave reviews/comments from house guests everytime we entertain. It fits in beautifully with our antique decor.Really like this set of flatware because it looks like it was hand made and one-of-a-kind. Just adding to my set which I've had for 8 years, and it still looks great even after running it through the dishwasher for all these years!Pros: Looks hand-forged.
Cons: None
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Home Styles 5023-95 Wood Top Kitchen Cart with Breakfast Bar, Natural Finish
I purchased one of these a couple of years ago. It has provided much more than I could have asked for the price paid.My kitchen is rather small with little work space. I needed a place to knead bread and do other things but also needed it to roll out of the way when not needed. This island turned out to be perfect. It does require a bit of assembly. Took me about 90 minutes. The result was a handsome & functional island in unfinished rubberwood. You can finish it with most stains or wood finishes but I would recommend leaving the countertop unfinished. More sanitary & easier to keep clean. (Yes, handled properly, wood is every bit as sanitary as plastic, stone, or metal. Keep ALL liquids off of it!)
It's sturdy enough for hard kitchen use. I have pounded meat on it (on a cutting board) and beat bread dough to death. I have also used it as an impromptu breakfast bar & even rolled it onto the patio to use as a dry bar once. Worked wonderfully. But it really shines as a place to slice. dice, chop & mix. And it's the best bread board I've ever had. (NOTE: DO NOT USE A KNIFE ON THE WOOD!! Put a cutting board down to protect the surface.) It even holds 3 separate, operating machines (bread machine, slow cooker, & my large Kitchen-Aid stand mixer)& still leaves a good working area. The back leaf folds down & reduces the storage space when you need to roll it out of the way.
The only shortcomings (and they are minor) is the depth of the storage. The cabinets are not deep enough to store large pans. You can get two 1 gal. water/milk jugs back to back & that's about it. Also the drawers are too short & too shallow to store long items like ladles, cooking spoons, & butcher knives. A silverware tray won't fit. Also when assembling, stagger the 2 lockable wheels on opposite corners. Otherwise the island will pivot when pushed.
If you need working space for a small kitchen & don't want spend big bucks, this is the island to buy. After seeing mine & how I use it, several friends bought one too.
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I am not an impulsive shopper, & saved this in my wish list for about a year while I looked for similar carts that I might like better. This was the winner, & I finally took the plunge & ordered it. I have an old house, & the kitchen has very limited workspace, so this cart was badly needed. It arrived within about a week, no damage, & assembly was fast. Directions were accurate & clear, & there were extras on each piece of hardware. No nasty surprises anywhere. The cart is very attractive, holds my small appliances & gadgets, & with the breakfast bar up provides a large workspace. I am very pleased with this purchase, & there are only 2 reasons I did not give it a 5 star rating. 1) While it is all wood, no particle board or worse, the top is made of pieces of solid wood instead of full length boards. They are put together pretty well, but the joints are visible. And 2) the tool caddy is primarily a knife rack, which I don't need. I may use the router to enlarge the space to hold other kitchen tools, or I may just remove the top. All in all, a really nice product.This product was just what I needed in my new kitchen. It arrived within a week, and unlike some other reviews, it did have the wood top as advertised vs. a stainless steel. It only took a little over an hour to assemble, which is great compared to other types of do-it-yourself assembly. It gave me the extra storage I was looking for while giving me some seating in a kitchen where a table just won't work. I'm very happy with this purchase.Want Home Styles 5023-95 Wood Top Kitchen Cart with Breakfast Bar, Natural Finish Discount?
I bought this cart online from the military exchange (PX) because I did not have to pay for shipping. Other than that,it appears to be the same product and I think it warrants a rating. Here goes:Packing: The items in the box were WELL protected with a lot of padding and protection. There were a few dings on the box, but the pieces were not damaged at all.
Assembly: I was keen to get this put together so I started alone. After 1.5 hours, it was almost done! My husband joined and it took one more hour. NOTE: we thought we were almost done and found that we had to assemble the drawers (we thought they were pre-assembled). And, we made a few correctable mistakes, but that meant we had to do a few things over (we are not handymen!).
Instructions: Simple, very clear and easy to follow.
Finished product: Very sturdy and looks great!
Other:
1. Be CAREFUL! The counter top wood is sensitive and can be easily dinged!
2. It's not very bigthe middle cabinet has our deep fryer in it. Can hold another item similar to that and maybe a smaller appliance on each shelf (there are two). The two side cabinets (very skinny) hold a blender, extra coffee pot carafe, and maybe other small items.
3. Don't see me using the knife block, but it still put it oncould easily be removed (as the towel holder can be removed).
Summary: The cart looks GREAT. I also plan on using it as a drink cart/bar for an upcoming party! Highly recommended!
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Wusthof Classic 8-Piece Knife Set with Block
I've had these for over a year now, absolutely a great purchase. No quality defects, and are better than any knives I've had.
I had researched knives for months before buying them and have never had a bad experience; but watch--they are VERY SHARP, be careful!
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These are great knives, very sharp, and seem to be very well built. The only thing keeping them from getting 5 stars is the santoku knife. It's a great knife, but when using it, the point of the hallowed edge is that food is not supposed to stick to the knife. But it does, food does not fall off of this knife.Still, it's a very good set of knives, well worth the price.
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I'm so glad I spent the extra money for these. The balance and feel of the knives is excellent; they are a pleasure to use. It was so nice to finally be able to get rid of the old hand-me-down knives they replaced. Unlike some other reviewers, I did receive the 17-slot block that is pictured and have 6 steak knives I also purchased in it. I look forward to eventually adding more of these knives to fill out the empty slots!Want Wusthof Classic 8-Piece Knife Set with Block Discount?
We bought this as a birthday gift for my roommate. The packaging was excellent, none of the knives were damaged in transit. Each knife is excellently balanced and extremely sharp. The block is well-made, and it looks like it'll last him a long time. A definite upgrade from his previous entry-level JA Henckels set.Save 38% Off
Lansky Natural Arkansas Sharpening System with Natural Arkansas Coase, Medium and Fine Hones
I have used Lansky systems (both standard and diamond) before and disliked the way they tend to leave deep scratches on the metal of the knife edge that are hard to polish off. Some people like that, kind of a microscopic saw blade effect. I prefer a smoother more polished edge.The Arkansas stones are less aggressive requiring more patience but with a smoother result. The hardest part of using this system, for me, is that I have to use a light touch. I am kind of heavy handed. When done correctly this system works on just the cutting edge of the knife. Almost too small to see with the naked eye.
The best way to do this is to determine the correct angle for the type blade you are working on, set up your equipment and count your strokes. Arkansas stones don't raise much of a detectable burr so counting strokes is the only way to keep your blade balanced.
I also recommend the use of a Lansky Super Sapphire Sharpening Hone for final polishing and a Lansky Super "C" Clamp as a third hand.
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I've used a Lansky ceramic sharpening system for years and made the switch to the natural Arkansas stone system recently. The difference in edge quality between the two systems is amazing. I am able to get scary sharp edges and always at the preferred angle. Although somewhat messier than ceramic or diamond systems, because you have too keep the stones well oiled during use, it's a minor inconvenience. Additionally, the Universal Mount (which "c-clamps" to a bench or table) is highly recommended to aid in ease of use...Decent price. Stones are narrower than I expected but not an issue. Only thing I actually do not like is the jig, it's cheaply made and does not hold onto my tapered knives well.It will take a while to hone a new edge to razor sharp perfection with this system, but nothing I know of will do it better. Well unless you have mad skills with your steady hands. Don't ever use a grinder on any blade you cherish please! Just be careful not to slice through your body parts afterwards and not notice until you feel blood dripping. It is possible perhaps to go too sharp if you get the sapphire stone... Just a warning.Save 28% Off
Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 5-Inch Boning/Utility Knife
Bought three and this particular knife is my all rounder, Chicago cutlery lasts twice as long, easily than other brands, stays sharper longer and replaces my last decade of Chicago knives.It's hard to go wrong with the price and quality product.
Update:09/27/11
OOPS. What happened? The original set came in a blue package, the two this time came in green and although the blade was the same, I don't like the new handle feel too much. I have bought several of these and this time I'm slightly disappointed in the feel and grip of the handle. When something simply works, don't change it.
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Admittedly my original, well-used and loved Chicago Cutlery knife set is over 25 years old, so perhaps some of the smoothness comes over time. However, in this one both the wood and the metal feel rougher and of lower quality than the old one. The handle is also about 1/4 inch shorter; the combination of shorter handle and slightly longer blade makes it a little less comfortable in handling. All in all, it is a very acceptable knife; it just loses in the comparison contest with its original.Read Best Reviews of Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 5-Inch Boning/Utility Knife Here
I was looking for more flexibility in the knife. I thought it should give more than it did. I would not recommend it if you have another choice. The price is good, but not if you have to purchase another one to do the job you thought this one would do. Save your pennies and get the knife that's right for you...and the job you have to do with the knife.Want Chicago Cutlery Walnut Tradition 5-Inch Boning/Utility Knife Discount?
The tang is slightly larger than the handle and can be felt sticking out a little on both sides of the handle. The copper rivets also are slightly above the handle, and can be felt. Poor attention to detail when finishing or maybe they have skipped that finishing step.Otherwise good balance, cuts well, both as expected from Chicago Cutlery.
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