Soft tomatoes and crusty bread require a serrated knife to properly slice.

So, don't be surprised if a good knife comes with a hefty price tag—it's an investment! A knife is a basic tool for any cook.

After testing dozens of blades, we found six favorite chef's knives worth the investment. Laura Denby is a New York-based food writer and private chef with a diploma in culinary arts. As an expert ...

Your best bet if you’re going for an all-round chef’s knife is probably a santoku, which translates as ‘three virtues’ ...

Paring knives are also a huge help for peeling and coring tomatoes, apples and more. Sometimes it's tiring or awkward to use ...

"I have been looking for a good set of knives for some time but I didn't want to break the bank," said one customer. "I'm a decent cook with limited knife skills, and these were exactly what I was ...

The Konig Kitchen Damascus 5-Piece Knife Set is a stunning, long-lasting gift made from high quality steel, and it's on sale ...

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