The Mini Honesuki

The Mini Honesuki

By Ramon Elzinga

We've been playing with the Honesuki (boning knife) for nearly 4 years and we're still not happy.  Shannon decided to trial a smaller version as...

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Santoku's in all the colours

Santoku's in all the colours

By Steven Tuckey

We have been tinkering with a few new wood and resin combinations for our handles. From Grenache vine to black gum and colours like chardonnay and citrus...

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Why are Japanese Knives Expensive? 

By Steven Tuckey

Just like how artists in the music industry carefully choose their ideal musical instruments, Chefs are also sensitive with their knives. They purposefully believed that...

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Ahonest Stainless Steel

By Ramon Elzinga
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Pankiri

By Steven Tuckey

Origin Japan post World War II (1945>), when the consumption of bread in Japan increased.   Blade length and Width The blade length generally falls...

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Kawamuki

By Steven Tuckey

Origin Japan, pre Meiji Era (<1868)   Blade Length and Width Common length is 90mm-120mm. Width ranges from 1.8-3.5mm   Purpose Kawamuki translates to ‘skin...

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Kiritsuke

By Steven Tuckey

Origin Japan, pre-Meiji Era (<1868). Blade Length and Width Typically measuring (240-330mm) in length, although (240mm) is most common. Width 2-4mm. Single bevel blades tend to be...

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5 Essential Knives Your Kitchen Should Have Right Now

By Steven Tuckey

 Knowing your way around kitchen tools is essential to save time and effort whenever you are cooking. As much as you give importance to your...

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Japanese Knives and How to Choose One

By Steven Tuckey

Interested in learning or enhancing your knowledge of Japanese knives and why they are recognised as the finest cookery tools? Find out the different knives...

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