Like most things, knives need to be treated with respect so that they can perform in the best way possible. We have identified 7 ways…
The four basic knife cuts everyone should master
In today’s article we have identified the four basic knife cuts every cook (both beginners and professionals) should know how to do: The slice The…
Kids And Knives In The Kitchen – Safety Tips
The kitchen is a welcoming place for kids, with so much magic happening there, parents hushing around, prepping meals, pulling colourful items from the shelves…
How to cut a pomegranate using a pairing knife?
Pomegranate juice contains higher levels of antioxidants than most other fruit juices. It also has three times more antioxidants than red wine and green tea.…
50 Greatest Cooking Tips (Of All Time)
We’ve gathered 50 best cooking tips from top chefs for you to enjoy. The smaller the item, the higher the baking temperature. For example, I…
How To Make A Sourdough Bread From Scratch (And Grow Your Own Starter)
Sourdough starter First, you need to make your starter. In a large bowl, mix together 100g of the flour with 100ml slightly warm water. Whisk…
Guide: How To Choose Your First Japanese Kitchen Knife
How To Choose The Best Japanese Kitchen Knife With so many shapes, sizes, steels, finishes and handle materials it can be overwhelming knowing what to…
How To Fillet A Fish With A Japanese Knife (+ Video)
In today’s article, we’d like to show you a step-by-step guide on the simplest way to fillet a fish using Japanese style knife – Deba.…
Top 10 Knife Care Tips We Learned From Professionals
Before starting Japana and getting deeper knowledge in knives, myself and Anna almost never sharpened our knives before they were completely unusable (We know! It’s…
15 Kitchen Tips Every Pro Cook Should Know
Today we’ve gathered for you the best 15 tips from professional chefs for that’ll save you time, money, and a whole lot of trouble. Enjoy! 1.…
How to Prepare Wagyu, The Most Expensive Steak Ever, At Home
The hardest part about making the world’s most insanely rich, ridiculously indulgent Wagyu steak at home? Paying for it. What makes Wagyu so expensive and desired…
Top 25 Kitchen Tricks That Will Help Any Aspiring Cook
Kitchen sometimes resembles a war field, especially if you are trying to prepare fancy dishes for your guests to come and have little time to…
Do I Need A Sashimi Or Yanagiba Knife For Sushi?
One thing that makes traditional Japanese knives different from Western ones is the fact that many types are honed only on one side; the right…