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Grocery Stores from Asian Foods Around the Twin Cities

Grocery Stores from Asian Foods Around the Twin Cities

By Joseph Rueter

Where to get Asian flavors around the Twin Cities?  Here are a few places to look for ingredients for sushi, kimchi and the like -...

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The best knife sharpener

The best knife sharpener

By Joseph Rueter

Looking for the best knife sharpener? The truth is, it all depends on your personal preference and what works for you. With so many options...

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The best knife sharpener is the one you have with you

By Joseph Rueter

Home cooks and chefs know that having sharp knives is essential for efficient and safe food prep. However, many people neglect sharpening their kitchen knives....

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Always Hone

By Joseph Rueter

Some of us have had the opportunity to spend hours and hours in professional kitchens honing our skills and finding our way on cooking shows....

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Knife Edges

By Joseph Rueter

Knife Edges Introduction We really like knives and their edges. They are one of the most useful tools in our kitchen, and they can make...

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Four downsides to pull through knife sharpeners

Four downsides to pull through knife sharpeners

By Joseph Rueter

Introduction to knife sharpeners Knife sharpeners remove material from dull knives to create new bevels and new cutting edges. When they're designed and used with...

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Carbon steel knives are a joy to sharpen

Carbon steel knives are a joy to sharpen

By Joseph Rueter

Carbon steel knives are a joy to sharpen There are fewer carbon knives in our neck of the woods We're in the midwest. We got...

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Get your knife aid

Get your knife aid

By Joseph Rueter

Get your knife aid Who needs a knife sharpening service? As it turns out, nearly everyone needs a knife sharpening service. Knives sit in our...

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Kitchen Knife Storage. A Magnetic Strip? A Drawer Block, A Knife Block or Other?

Kitchen Knife Storage. A Magnetic Strip? A Drawer Block, A Knife Block or Other?

By Joseph Rueter

Kitchen Knife Storage. A Magnetic Strip? A Drawer Block, A Knife Block or Other? Storage When assessing the best way to store your knives it...

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