Many of us own at least one decent kitchen knife and know the pleasure of being able to slice through all food like butter. The problem is, even good knives don’t sharpen themselves – a fact ...

You may already be struggling to cut certain foods, but Chef Franqueza has an easy at-home test that you can take: "For the home cook, a tell-tale sign that it's time to sharpen your knife is when ...

But always remember, over-sharpening a knife can damage the edge and make it duller. 4 Effective Ways To Sharpen A Kitchen Knife Without A Sharpener: 1. Use a ceramic mug: This works! Just flip the ...

Question: I'd like a lowdown on how to sharpen my knives properly using a stick sharpener. - @teacupsandpearls Answer: First, buy an AnySharp sharpener (anysharp.com).

True sharpening—which creates a new edge through hard polishing—only needs to happen every 1 to 2 years, and it should be done by a professional, unless you have the proper tools and knowledge.

How to sharpen a knife with a mug The technique is simple and works great in a pinch. Flip over a ceramic mug, grab your knife, and run the edge of the blade against the unglazed ring on the mug ...

Like any important tool, you’ll get more life out kitchen knives with periodic maintenance. There are two things you should do to take care of your knives: honing and sharpening. Here's the ...