Chefs and kitchen staff
Honing vs sharpening a kitchen knife: what is the difference
Honing vs sharpening a kitchen knife: honing straightens the edge, sharpening removes metal. Here is how often to do each and what you need.
Samir Ouali2 min read
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Chefs and kitchen staff
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Chefs and kitchen staff
Chef's knife vs santoku: which one for daily prep
Chef's knife vs santoku for daily prep: one rocks, one chops. Here is how to pick the shape that suits your cutting style and your hands.
Samir Ouali4 min read
Chefs and kitchen staff
Non-slip shoes for kitchen work: what to check
Non-slip shoes for kitchen work need a soft, grippy sole, a closed top and a fit that lasts ten hours. Here is how to check the sole before you buy.
Samir Ouali5 min read
Chefs and kitchen staff
What goes in a line cook's bag, and what stays home
A short, practical kit list for cooks and kitchen staff: shoes, knives, a towel system and the small things that save a bad service.
Samir Ouali4 min read
Chefs and kitchen staff
Do you need an instant read thermometer in the kitchen
Do you need an instant read thermometer? Yes if you cook meat, poultry or fish for others, because colour and time are poor guides. Here is how to choose.
Margaux Dupont2 min read
Chefs and kitchen staff
Oven gloves vs side towels for cooks: which is safer
Oven gloves vs side towels for cooks: gloves give more heat protection and grip, towels are fast but burn easily when wet. Here is how to choose.
Samir Ouali4 min read
Chefs and kitchen staff
Wood vs plastic cutting board for a busy kitchen
Wood vs plastic cutting board for a busy kitchen: plastic wins on washing, wood wins on feel and your knives. Here is how to choose and keep them clean.
Margaux Dupont4 min read
Chefs and kitchen staff
A starter knife kit for kitchen work: what you need
A starter knife kit for kitchen work needs three knives, a steel or stone and a way to carry them. Here is what to buy first and what to skip.
Samir Ouali5 min read