Chef's Knives

How to Choose Your First Chef's Knife Learn the basics and find the chef's knife that is right for you.

Ask Keegan: How Do I Properly Cut a Cake? You asked and Keegan Gerhard answered! In this installment of Ask Keegan, we learn how to cut a cake like a pro.

How to Use an Electric Knife Sharpener Electric knife sharpeners provide a quick solution to reshaping dull knife blades.

How to Use a Sharpening Stone Eventually, a knife blade will become folded over and require reshaping with a sharpening stone. Learn the proper steps and technique for reshaping your cutlery with a sharpening stone.

How to Use a Sharpening Steel Sharpening steels are designed to hone a blade’s edge before use. Learn how to hold and use a sharpening steel to keep your knives razor sharp.

Hiring the Right Chef for Your Restaurant Most upscale or fine-dining establishments will have an executive chef to run every aspect of their commercial kitchen. In addition to the standard employee qualifications, you will want to make sure your chef shares your business philosophy and has the background and skill that you are looking for.

Culinary Training: Choosing Your Path When considering culinary training, examine your overall goals and plan your course of education.