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10 Knife Sharpening Myths You Need To Stop Believing

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Sharpening your kitchen knives is too important to get wrong. Here are some common myths you might believe, and the tips to help you forget them.

10 Unexpected Ways To Use Everyday Kitchen Items

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:02:00 +0000

Did you know you can use your egg slicer for more than one function? How about that slotted spoon? Try these creative ways to use your regular kitchen items.

Ditch The Countertop Knife Holder With This $25 Martha Stewart-Approved Organizer

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Countertop knife holders not only take up valuable counter space, but they can wear down the blade of your knife. Choose Martha Stewart's approved organizer.

Don't Sleep On This Mall Staple When Buying Quality Kitchenware

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:17:00 +0000

There is still something to be said for the old-fashioned trip to the mall, where you can find high-quality kitchen essentials at a department store.

How This Simple Cleaning Mistake Is Damaging Your Kitchen Knives

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Good kitchen knives are especially prone to wear and tear, so you need to take excellent care of them when you wash. Alas, this one thing is a common mistake.

How Much Your Old Sterling Silverware Set Is Actually Worth

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:17:00 +0000

If you happen to come across an old set of sterling silverware, there's a chance it could be worth a tidy sum. But how can you assess its value?

The 10 Best Kitchen Items To Buy Secondhand

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:02:00 +0000

From wine glasses to table sets to slow cookers, these are the best kitchen items to buy secondhand for good quality and even better prices.

This Costco Storage Find Is The Key To Organized Kitchen Drawers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Paige Novak-Goberville) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 18:17:00 +0000

Discover why this Costco storage find will help organize kitchen drawers, keeping your utensils, gadgets, and everyday tools neat and easy to access.

Are Cheap Kitchen Knives Worth The Lower Price Tag?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Danielle Esposito) — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 15:17:00 +0000

Cheap may seem like the economically savvy solution to stocking your kitchen, but are they actually worth their cheap prices in the long run?

Ditch Your Drawer Full Of Kitchen Knives For One All-Purpose Tool

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 20:17:00 +0000

If you, like many of us, have an entire drawer full of different cooking knives, there's good news. You can actually simplify with one all-purpose tool.

The Aluminum Foil Trick For Sparkling Silverware Every Time

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lili Kim) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:17:00 +0000

From keeping kitchen scissors sharp to scrubbing pots and pans, aluminum foil has plenty of uses in the kitchen. It can also keep silverware sparkling.

The Ideal Type Of Knife For Effortless Bagel Cutting

staff@foodrepublic.com (Amara Michelle) — Tue, 27 May 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Bagels are a breakfast staple, but they aren't all that great if they aren't cut properly. Here's the ideal type of knife to use for effortless bagel cutting.

Can You Sharpen A Knife With A Ceramic Bowl? We Asked An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Katie Moore) — Mon, 05 May 2025 11:15:00 +0000

There's a rumor floating around that you can sharpen a knife with the unglazed bottom of a ceramic bowl or plate, but just how true is it? We asked an expert.

The Chopping Technique You Need For Scoopable Caesar Salad

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 02:45:00 +0000

Caesar salad is a classic for a reason, but it's always fun to change up the presentation. With this easy chopping technique, you can make yours scoopable.

Why It Pays To Use A Serrated Knife When Cutting Homemade Fries

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lili Kim) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:15:50 +0000

If you're looking to get the crispiest, crunchiest french fry at home, then it's time to put away the mandolin or straight-edged knife. Use this instead.

The Ideal Knife To Cut Sushi Looks More Like A Sword

staff@foodrepublic.com (Eli Cohen) — Sat, 11 Jan 2025 21:15:10 +0000

While you can get away with making sushi using a basic chef's knife, this traditional sword-like tool for slicing raw fish gives you more precise results.

The Type Of Knife That's Ideal For Cutting Fruit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Amara Michelle) — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:15:27 +0000

The versatile paring knife is a fruit-lover's best friend: Its shape, size, and sharpness make it perfect for hulling, slicing, and peeling any fruit.

Roll Rugelach More Easily With One Simple Hack

staff@foodrepublic.com (Chala June) — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:15:20 +0000

There are two types of rugelach dough you can make, but whether yours is yeasted or enriched with cream cheese, try this simple slicing hack.

Your Bread Knife Has Other Uses Apart From Cutting Loaves

staff@foodrepublic.com (Katie Moore) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:15:47 +0000

Bread knives, with their long and serrated blades, make quick work of a crusty loaf of bread, but they're good for so much more than slicing a baguette.

The Type Of Wood Alton Brown Suggests For Your Cutting Board

staff@foodrepublic.com (Chala June) — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 23:15:17 +0000

Alton Brown knows a thing or two about food and the tools you use to prepare, so his recommendation for the ideal type of cutting board carries a lot of weight.