Chef Tony Z’s Recommended Knives, Cutting Boards & Sharpening
Chef Knives
Recommended Knife Line
- Professional Grade: Crafted for meat and vegetable mastery, our German-made knife is indispensable.
- Comfort-Forward Design: Our ergonomic handle pledges precision and comfort during extensive culinary explorations.
- Very Affordable
Chef’s Top Pick
- JAPANESE CHEF’S KNIFE: The Shun 8-inch Classic Blonde Chef’s knife is the perfect all-purpose kitchen knife.
- WIDE, CURVED BLADE: This Japanese kitchen knife has a wide blade that keeps knuckles off the cutting board with a curved belly that can be “rocked” through herbs and spices for a very fine mince
- HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed with Shun’s proprietary VG-MAX cutting core and clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus, this chef knife is corrosion and stain resistant with a strong, razor-sharp edge
- TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty
Great Choice!
- Lightweight, precisely balanced 7-inch Oriental chef’s knife
- Blade made of high-tech molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel
- Edge retains razor sharpness exceptionally well
- Stainless-steel handle molded for comfort, dimpled for safe grip
- Lifetime warranty against defects and breakage
- ULTRA-SHARP BLADES: Superior professional-level sharpness that ensures precision cutting.
- STAYS SHARP LONGER: Professional, satin-finished blade boasts precision cutting and is finely honed for long-lasting sharpness.
- EFFORTLESS CUTTING: Enjoy easy meal prep with minimal effort with this lightweight, easy-to-use knife.
- DURABLE BLADE: Fully forged construction offers durability and a seamless transition from blade to handle.
- German Engineered Knife Informed by over 100 Years of Mastery. HENCKELS knives are built to last.
Cutting Boards
- ULTRA DURABLE AND BUILT TO LAST: these thick, nonporous boards are incredibly durable; won’t splinter, crack or peel, even after many washes
- STAYS IN PLACE DURING PREP: its slip resistant handle and rubber border help to reduce slipping and sliding on countertop surfaces
- LARGER AND THICKER THAN OTHERS: 3 generously sized boards are extra thick
- BPA FREE AND FOOD GRADE: wash in the dishwasher time after time and boards will not break down
- REVERSIBLE DESIGN WITH DEEP JUICE GROOVES
- DURABLE EDGE GRAIN MAPLE
- PROUDLY MADE IN AMERICA – Crafted right here in the USA with our selection of sustainably sourced Maple.
- REVERSIBLE AND MULTIPURPOSE – A key feature is our signature built-in Cracker Well that can be used for food prep or for serving and entertaining.
- DEEP JUICE GROOVE – Our juice groove holds up to 3.5 oz of liquid. Perfect for cutting up fruits, vegetables, and carving meats like brisket, roast, prime rib, etc.
- STABILITY – Our 1.5 inch thick butcher block style board allows for stability while cutting and the integrated finger grips make it easy to lift, flip or transfer from kitchen to table.
- PERFECT GIFT – Each wooden cutting board comes in a beautiful gift box, perfect for any occasion: birthdays, weddings, housewarmings, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and more.
Santoku Knives
Recommended Knife Line
- Enhance your kitchen with the Avant 7″ Santoku Knife by SNF Schneidteufel Global. Perfectly crafted with German precision and Japanese tradition, this 7-inch santoku knife is your go-to for slicing, dicing, and mincing.
- Experience the balance and control of a full-tang, triple-riveted handle design. Elevate your cooking today!
- Very Affordable!
Chef’s Top Pick
- SANTOKU KNIFE: The Shun 7-inch Classic Blonde Santoku knife is an Asian-inspired cooking knife that’s a favorite among cooks for its ability to easily handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks.
- VERSATILE KNIFE: This kitchen knife is shorter than a standard chef’s knife, light, agile and easy to maneuver with just enough belly curve for rocking cuts.
- COMFORTABLE HANDLE: The D-shaped, blonde Pakkawood handle is durable
- TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty.
Great Price for 2 Knives
- Western style blades are precisely honed for an extremely sharp and lasting cutting edge
- Forged full bolster adds weight and ensures ease of use
- Ergonomic molded polypropylene handles
- Precision forged from high-carbon German stainless steel for strength and durability
- Perfect combo for controlled and precise carving of roasts and baked poultry
Paring & Bread Knives
Recommended Knife Line
- Discover the art of precision, handcrafted from X50CrMoV stainless steel for ultimate quality and resilience.
- Its ergonomic design marries function with style, indispensable for any kitchen connoisseur.
- Very Affordable!
- UTILITY KITCHEN KNIFE: In between a chef knife and paring knife with a narrow, straighter blade
- SANDWICH KNIFE: Utility knives are sometimes called sandwich knives.
- HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed with Shun’s proprietary VG-MAX cutting core and clad in 68 layers of stainless Damascus, this kitchen utility knife is corrosion and stain resistant with a strong, razor-sharp edge.
- COMFORTABLE HANDLE: The D-shaped, blonde Pakkawood handle is durable, beautiful, and comfortable to use for both left- and right-handed users.
- TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty.
Recommended Knife Line
- The perfect companion for homemade breads and pastries, designed to slice cleanly without crushing, resulting in immaculate servings every time.
- At 8 inches, it’s versatile for all bread types, providing the precision of serrated sharp edges for professional and home kitchens.
- Featuring an ergonomic handle for a comfortable grip, matched with an elegant design that fits any kitchen decor.
- Very Affordable!
- ULTRA-SHARP BLADES: Superior professional-level sharpness that ensures precision cutting.
- THE LAST KNIFE YOU’LL EVER NEED TO BUY: German Engineered Knife Informed by over 100 Years of Mastery. HENCKELS knives are built to last.
- OTHER KITCHEN TASKS: Great for cutting bread from brioche to pita to baguettes, also use for cutting biscuits, cakes, large fruits, vegetables, and more
- QUICK CLEAN UP: No-fuss cleanup, in the dishwasher or by hand. Stain and rust-free blades.
- DURABLE BLADE: Single-piece, precision-stamped blade construction provides durability.
- STAYS SHARP LONGER: Professional, satin-finished blade boasts long-lasting sharpness
Boning Knives
- BONING & FILLET KNIFE: The Shun Classic 6-inch Boning & Fillet Knife features a narrow, curved, and extremely sharp blade that gets in close to the bone and cuts fibrous tissue with ease.
- GLIDES THROUGH MEAT: The sharp, narrow blade is ideal for gliding through meat and fish, quickly removing bones and skin for delicious cutlets and the perfect fish fillet.
- HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION
- COMFORTABLE HANDLE: The D-shaped, ebony-finished Pakkawood handle
- CURVED BONING KNIFE – Pro-Series knives are one-piece stamped, producing a stronger blade & feature an oversized, non-slip grip handle.
- BLADE WITH A PURPOSE – This commercial-grade flexible curved boning knife has a stamped, narrow blade with an upward curve & can delicately trim and separate cuts of meat or fish.
- HIGH QUALITY – Our blades are made from German X50 stainless steel for knives that are sharp & rust resistant. They feature a 15-degree blade edge & are easy to sharpen and maintain.
- OUR STORY – Founded in 1981, Messermeister is a leading manufacturer of premium handcrafted kitchen cutlery. Today, we’re a family and women-owned company, continuing to bring innovation & creativity to kitchens around the world.
Sharpening
- 12″ Sharpening Steel maintains the edge on knives and extends the life of your cutlery with regular use.
- Steel rod is made of carbon steel and plated with nickel-chrome.
- Ergonomic, easy-to-grip polypropylene handle with hanging hole.
- Wipe clean with a damp cloth.
- Normally used for Dull Knifes, Best Choice for chef using.
Chef Recommended
- SNF Kitchen’s 4-Stage Knife Sharpener for unparalleled blade sharpness.
- With multiple sharpening stages, our sharpener repairs, refines, polishes, and hones your knives to perfection.
- The SNF knife sharpener is a blend of durability, efficiency, & convenience, suitable for all types of knives.
- SHUN HONING STEEL: Keep your knife collection in perfect condition with the Shun 9-inch Classic Combination Honing Steel.
- PROFESSIONAL KNIFE SHARPENING: All knives naturally develop tiny bends through normal use. This honing tool corrects those bends – ensuring the sharpest part of your knife makes contact with the food.
- COMBINATION HONING ROD: This stainless steel knife sharpener features a smooth side for weekly honing and a micro-ribbed side for monthly honing.
Chef Recommended
- The Wusthof Tri-Hone Knife Sharpener is the tool you need to keep your fine kitchen cutlery razor-sharp.
- This sharpener features three sharpening surfaces – coarse, medium and fine grit, and includes honing oil bottle