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Got dull knives? While some people might just throw it and buy a new one, this isn’t a wise thing to do! Chances are, your knives can still be spared. You just have to know how to use a sharpening steel. For the uninitiated, one might believe that the purpose of a sharpening steel is […]

Barley is among the top five most manufactured grains all over the world. It is from a similar plant species like wheat, corn, oat, and rice. Even though barley has been around perpetually, it’s not as well known as rice, except in some regions.  Barley is cultivated either in a chilly environment or in a […]

Japanese cuisine is popular globally because of its diversity and taste. However, for a beginner, it can also be confusing. Especially if you do not speak their language, Japanese food is tricky to understand. Among others, two of the words that you will often encounter are nigiri vs sashimi. If you are ordering in a […]

Sushi is one of the most popular Japanese foods. It is made of rice seasoned with vinegar and garnished with raw fish, shrimp, seaweed, or vegetables. For beginners, sushi can be confusing because of the different types available. They vary in terms of the way they are prepared and their ingredients. If you want to […]

You might have some questions running through your mind about these two Japanese knives, such as which of these knives do I need in my kitchen or the major difference? At the end of this article, you will find answers to them. Santoku bocho and Nakiri bocho are exceptional knives that most professional chefs and […]

Sushi is one of the most popular foods in Japanese cuisine. For most people who live outside Japan and unaware of the country’s diverse cuisine, all types of sushi are the same. Truth is, there are many ways to make sushi. Two of the most popular are cut roll (or simply roll) and hand roll. […]

Serrated knives are known for their excellent cutting performance, even in a dull state. They are suitable for cutting delicate foods such as cakes, bread, and tomatoes. It is often referred to as a bread knife. The edge of a serrated knife differentiates it from every other kind of knife. They require minimal maintenance and […]

If you are someone who loves shopping for kitchen tools, then Pakkawood is one word that you have probably heard of or read about several times. Most of you will assume that it is from the Pakka tree. However, it is not from a tree, even if it is technically called a wood. If you […]