Keeping Unwanted Guests Out of the Delivery Room

I overheard a discussion at my last prenatal checkup; one that spoke to an incredibly common problem. This woman was frustrated because her mother was determined to be in the delivery room on the big day. She and her husband wanted it to be a more private event. The difficulty is telling the unwanted party that this is a special moment without feeling too much guilt, or choosing to accept the guilting in order to experience the birth of your child in the way you want.

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It seems that everyone has a meddling parent that doesn't know boundaries. They expect to be in the delivery room without any discussion, making it so that you're not just trying to let them down softly -- you actually must actively address the issue. Keep in mind that this is your child being born into your home. Although grandparents are important, you need to ensure that this experience is right for you. If you tell the grandmother-to-be nicely (i.e.: "We would prefer a quieter room with less people in it so that we can remember a more peaceful experience" instead of "Why do you always have to try to interfere....") she's likely to understand. Choose your words carefully to ensure that something that would make sense to her. If peacefulness is not important to her but modesty is then telling her that you're shy about being seen in that position might work better. Tact is important; make sure you are kind in telling her that she can't invite herself.

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There is a chance that your reasonable explanation will not be accepted. Some people just want to be there no matter what you say. In this case, you may experience some of the behaviors intended to make you feel guilty. Whether it be sulking or complaining, try to let it be. If you internalize the immaturity of someone you love you're bound to let them have what they want even though it's not what you want. Stay strong and just ignore any attitude you receive. Remember, it is your day to meet your baby.

Sometimes adults can be even more immature than just whining and complaining. If you think your nosy relative might try to get into the room against your will, notify the staff of the maternity ward. They will refuse entry to as many people as you need them to, and you won't be the bad guy in the situation. Whether they quote a policy limiting the number of people allowed into the room or the current flu epidemic you can feel confident that they will make sure you get to keep out the people you want kept out.

Although you may never get your relative to understand the boundaries between your life and what they have control over, it is never too late to start putting your foot down. This is the birth of your child, and only you have the right to invite people. It is possible to demand your nosy mother-in-law respect your choices in such a way that you don't burn bridges. And even if they do get upset, they'll get over it. Just keep in mind that there are only so many times you will get to give birth to a special child, and you have the right to experience it in any way you choose.

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J.A. Henckels International Premio collection offers a superior forged product at a tremendous value. This 18-piece block set includes a 3-inch Parer, 5-inch Serrated Utility, 6-inch Utility, 7-inch Hollow Edge Santoku, 8-inch Chef, 8-inch Bread, 5.5-inch

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Includes 8-inch chef's, 5-inch tomato, 8-inch bread, 6-inch utility, 6-inch boning, 2-1/2-inch paring, and six 5-inch steak knives in hardwood block
Bonus cheese knife ideal for slicing cheese and spearing slices
Stamped, mirror-polished, stainless-steel, micro-serrated blades
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Lifetime warranty against defects

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Equip your kitchen with a set of knives from one of the most esteemed names in cutlery. Representing value, as well as a recognized brand name, these knives never need sharpening and are economically priced. As well as the basics for food prep, this set also contains six steak knives and a bounus fork-tipped tomato/cheese knife.

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The blades in this set of slim, lightweight knives are stamped in stainless steel, and their edges are microserrated and therefore touted as never needing sharpening. The handles are formed of tough polypropylene and are seamless, allowing for better hygiene. The set includes six kitchen knives, six 5-inch steak knives, and a rubber-footed wood block that has slots for them all. The kitchen knives include an 8-inch chef's knife with a curved blade for rocking through a chopping task; a 5-inch tomato knife with a narrow, curved blade; an 8-inch bread knife; a 6-inch utility knife; a 6-inch boning knife for meats, poultry, and fish; and a 2-1/2-inch paring knife for peeling and cleaning vegetables and fruits. As a bonus, a pronged-tip knife designed to slice cheese and spear the slices is included. While the knives are dishwasher-safe, they should be hand washed to preserve their edges. Unlike Henckels's premier knives, which are made in Germany, these knives are made in China; however, they do carry the company's lifetime warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

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Chef Knife Sets Or Different Individual Knives - Which To Consider When Buying Chef Knives?

Most people that are either skilled in the kitchen, or professional chefs know the importance of having good quality knives. These are the essential tools of creating culinary masterpieces, and fine dining quality gourmet dishes. But a question always arises, should I have one complete set of knives that are the same brand or maybe have a hybrid collection of individual Chef Knives like a Henckel knife here and a Wusthof knife there?

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There is no right or wrong answer here. The answer lies with two factors that you have to choose.

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Your taste: what kinds of chef knives you like to use. Your budget: How much are you willing to spend on chef or kitchen knives?

Here are some pros and cons to both choices for you to put to the test:

Complete Chef Knife Sets

Pro:

· You have found a brand you like and trust then purchase the matching set complete with sharpening steel.

· Typically, the complete knife sets come with a handy knife block, or knife wrap to roll up and store your investment when not in use.

· With buying sets that match handle color and logo branding your kitchen has an esthetic look of order and symmetry.

Con:

· The main con here is price. This is where your budget is a consideration. A complete set of Henckels may run a bit pricey but they will last a lifetime with proper care. So if price is a factor, you may have to sacrifice quality for a less expensive brand.

· Maybe one brand of knife makes a great 8" full tang Chef Knife, but they don't do such a great job on their 4" paring knives. If you buy the knife set you're stuck with tools that you really don't like. This is a waste of money.

Individual Chef Knives

Pro:

· Buying individual chef knives affords you the opportunity to try out different brands. You may like the feel of a Shun Chef knife, and also like the Cutco bread knife. In each brand the bolster, tang and handle are made differently. Depending on the job you're doing in the kitchen, an individual knife may be the best choice for you.

· Similarly, when you buy chef knives individually, you are able to control your budget and spending more. For example, you may want to spend more on a fine quality Wusthof 10" chef knife but may only need the quality of a Victorinox paring knife.

· I think having a mixed selection of individual chef knives look more professional. It shows that you have taken the time to research the most efficient knife for the job you want to do.

Con:

· You don't get symmetry look when buying individual chef knives. If you want each handle that sticks out of the knife block to match this is obviously not the way to go.

· Speaking of Knife blocks. Knife Blocks and knife wraps are typically sold separately when you buy chef knives one by one.

· Another trade-off for shopping this way is that you get a different quality of each Knife. That can be both good and bad. You can determine which ones will hold up to more use and which ones will keep a sharp edge more than others can. Again, this goes back to your budget, and preference.

In summary, choose to look for individual chef knives for sale if you like to mix up your collection, control your budget, and in my opinion look more professional. Or conversely, buy chef knife sets that will compliment the look of your kitchen with matching handles, of a brand that you like such as Sabatier chef knives. But also be prepared to spend a little more for the complete set.

Chef Knife Sets Or Different Individual Knives - Which To Consider When Buying Chef Knives?

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Henckels’s International line offers affordable cutlery from one of the world’s most renowned knife manufacturers. A great value for a novice cook, this 13-piece set contains the following: 2-3/4-inch paring knife, 6-inch utility knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch bread knife, 5-1/2-inch boning knife, six 4-1/2-inch steak knives, 9-inch sharpening steel, and a graphite-painted storage block. Formed of contoured, almost cushy santoprene, the handles are handsomely-backed with brushed stainless steel for added leverage and a sleek, contemporary look.

Fine Edge Synergy knives are constructed of stamped German stainless steel with hand-honed blades that can be resharpened (unlike the company’s Everedge knives that have identical handles but micro-serrated edges). The molded handles are quite comfortable and resist breakage, and the full-tang blades slice and chop with ease. All the pieces store in the included graphite-painted wood block. Made in China, the cutlery is dishwasher-safe yet best washed and dried by hand. A lifetime warranty applies. --Ann Bieri

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Includes 8-inch chef's; 5-inch utility; 4-inch paring; 2-1/2-inch peeling
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Stamped high-carbon stainless-steel blades with laser-controlled edge
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This knife block set carries a useful assortment of standard knives for outfitting a kitchen. The set includes an 8-inch chef’s knife, a 5-inch serrated utility knife, a 4-inch paring knife, and a 2-1/2-inch peeling knife, as well as a sharpening steel and a pair of shears. All components fit within an 11-slot hardwood block, which offers four extra slots for future knife acquisitions.

Part of Henckels’s Twin Signature of knives, the cutlery in this set have high-carbon, stainless-steel blades that have been stamped from one piece of metal. The edge is cut by laser for a more consistent angle on the blade and hand-honed for sharpness. Blades have also undergone Henckels’s Friodur ice-hardening process, which further strengthens them and protects them from discoloration. The ergonomically designed traditional-style polymer handles are securely fastened to the balanced full tangs with three rivets. Handles seamlessly encase the tangs on these knives so no food particles can ever become trapped in a gap. Twin Signature knives are all dishwasher-safe (although Henckels recommends washing by hand) and are covered by a lifetime warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde

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Stunning Design and Superior Quality With JA Henckels Pro S Products

The German blades that hold the rank of number one in the European market are in the J.A Henckels Pro S series. This outstanding line of quality cooking tools is known throughout the world and the company is proud to be able to offer this precision engineering and style to the world. This is one of the reasons that they have a sterling reputation and a world renowned name in kitchen cutlery. This product has a name that is revered by those consumers who search for only the best cooking tools to use in their kitchens. The company is proud that all of their cutlery products can be used easily and successfully by chefs and home makers alike. You will be able to identify their products, not only by their distinctive logo, but by the balanced weight of the product.

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The J.A Henckels Pro S line resulted from many of the technologically superior ideas that have been implemented in the world of steel cutlery. The company has long been known as one of the more dynamic innovative forces to be reckoned with and this was proven time and again throughout the years as they invented better technology to be used in their cutlery production. These cooking tools are a wonderful combination of both Sigmaforge and Friodur technology. Through these 2 processes the company was able to give the products in this line unmatched blade strength and durability.

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The quality and care that goes into each and every item produced in the J.A Henckels Pro S line is exceptional and the manufacturer is never willing to settle for less than the best at any time. They have stringent testing and control procedures which every item must pass before they are sent to distributors. Every item that you purchase from the The Pro S series line is guaranteed to be made from only the highest quality materials. The company is well aware that this series enjoys a reputation of such quality that consumer expectations are set very high.

J.A Henckels Pro S show the quality derived from laser technology and the latest manufacturing processes when it comes to the design of their blades. Lasers are used to perfection in crafting both the Pro S and the Twin S series. These blades, crafted from one piece of metal are subjected to the expertise of a laser beam to be certain that the blades are true. When you lift one of these cook's products in your hand you know that it an extremely well made implement. The knives have been honed to perfection by hand and tested before ever being made available to the general public. From the moment you purchase anything from the Pro S line you are assured that it ready to be used immediately.

The steak knives which are produced for the J.A Henckels Pro S series are elegant, classic and well designed. They are offered in sets of 4 or more and all have the same quality and attention to detail that the company is well known for. These sets come in different styles to suit your needs and taste. If you enjoy the more hefty handled knives with generous blades, you will find them this collection. This set of classically styled, professional steak knives offers a change of pace from those with much lighter crafted handles.

While the blades of the entire cutlery line by J.A Henckels Pro S are renowned for their sharply honed edges, there will be a time when they require some sharpening to be once again at their peak you can select your knife sharpener from among a large assortment of stones, finishing stones and hand held sharpening blades. These are the whetstones that are recommended for use in the care of the entire Pro S group.

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7-piece knife set includes: 8-inch chef, 8-inch bread, 7-inch santoku, 5-inch boning, 5-inch tomato, 3-inch paring knives; hardwood storage block
Cutting edges feature a specially designed serration pattern, ensuring prolonged sharpness
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J.A. Henckels International Eversharp Pro knives are made from high quality stainless steel with a micro-serrated edge. They are one made of one piece stamped construction with triple riveted handles. This 7pc. Knife block set includes the following: 3

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J.A. Henckels Twin Signature 11pc Block Set contains the following: 2 1/2-inch Peeler, 4-inch Parer, 5-inch Serrated Utility, 6-inch Utility, 8-inch Chef's, 7-inch Hollow Edge Santoku, 8-inch Bread, 4 1/2-inch Steak, Kitchen Shears, 9-inch Steel, Hardwood

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This knife block set carries a useful assortment of standard knives for outfitting a kitchen. The set includes a 2-1/2-inch peeling knife, a 4-inch paring knife, a 5-inch serrated utility knife, a 6-inch utility knife, and an 8-inch chef's knife, as well as a 7-inch hollow-edge santoku, an 8-inch bread knife, and a 4-1/2-inch steak knife. A 9-inch sharpening steel keeps their edges in order, and a pair of kitchen shears to snip herbs, flowers, or string is also included. Everything stores neatly in the attractive natural hardwood block.

The knives feature high-carbon, stainless-steel blades that have been stamped from one piece of metal. The edge is cut by laser for a more consistent angle on the blade and hand-honed for sharpness. Blades have also undergone Henckels's Friodur ice-hardening process, which further strengthens them and protects from discoloration. The ergonomically designed traditional-style polymer handles are securely fastened to the balanced full tangs with three rivets. Handles seamlessly encase the tangs on these knives so no food particles can ever become trapped in a gap. Twin Signature knives are all dishwasher-safe (although Henckels recommends washing by hand) and are covered by a lifetime warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde

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2-1/2-inch peeling knife, 4-inch paring knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife, 6-inch utility knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 7-inch hollow-edge santoku, 8-inch bread knife, 4-1/2-inch steak knife, 9-inch sharpening steel, kitchen shears, and a hardwood block.

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Best Kitchen Knife Set On a Modest Budget

Choosing a kitchen knife set is one of the toughest things for any avid home cook to do. You don't want to go too cheap on the set you're buying because you know that the quality just won't be there. You'd really like one of the top-notch sets from a company like Global, but it just isn't in the budget. Getting a good set is important because you'll be using it pretty much every day. Luckily for you, there are some great mid-range kitchen knife sets on the market. The following tips will help you to save money and still get the quality you're looking for.

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Pickings are slim for those looking to spend less than a hundred dollars on a knife set. There are really only a couple brands I'd recommend that sell sets for less than a hundred dollars. The first is Farberware. While you aren't going to find a set of Farberware knives in the kitchen of most chef's world-wide, you're getting a good blade for the money. The value stops at the blade. Farberware sets look nice, but it's obvious where they cut corners to keep the cost down. The handles are cheap, and are easily dinged up and chipped. As long as you aren't rough with your knife set, you can get a decent blade for a good price from Farberware.

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The second sub-100 dollar kitchen knife set I'd recommend is any one of the many cheaper Ginsu sets. it might be surprising to some to hear that Ginsu knives are made in America. They are made from Japanese steel in a manner similar to the way samurai swords used to be made. Ginsu knives were made famous in the early 80's via a set of infomercials showing them cutting through all kinds of things normal knives couldn't handle. The cheaper Ginsu knives are made of a lower grade of Japanese steel than the high-end sets, but you still get a super-sharp set of knives at a low price. Just make sure you clean and dry them after every use and they'll last you a long time.

If you can afford to spend a little bit more money, you'll be rewarded with a much better set of knives. The sets on offer for between one and two hundred dollars are made of better steel, and will last longer than the cheaper sets. JA Henckels, Calphalon and Chicago Cutlery all make good sets in this price range, as does Anolon. When you look at people's wish lists on Amazon, you'll see sets from all 3 of these fine makers of cutlery showing up time and time again. If I had to pick one, I'd probably go with Analon, but that just comes down to personal preference.

Best Kitchen Knife Set On a Modest Budget

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Full tang extends the length of the knife, adding balance and strength
Triple-riveted, ergonomic handle ensures comfort and control
Satin-finish, stainless steel blade provides precise cutting, peeling and slicing
Metal end cap displays the JA Henckels International logo
Dishwasher safe; made in Germany

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J.A. Henckels International Premio collection offers a superior forged product at a tremendous value. This 13-piece block set includes a 3-inch Parer, 5-inch Serrated Utility, 7-inch Hollow Edge Santoku, 8-inch Chef, 9" honing steel, 6 Stamped Steak Knive

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Henckels Santoku Knives - The Best Santoku Available

For every professional or at home chef, it is very important that you have the right equipment to ensure that the finished meal is top notch. This equipment will range from the right stove/oven, pots/pans and kitchen utensils. The most important utensil that the cook or chef will utilize is a knife. There are many different types of knives and one of the most popular used is the Santoku. This article will look at one of the best available, which would be the Henckels Santoku Knife. A brief overview as well as its uses will be discussed as well as the benefits of this particular knife when preparing a meal.

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The Henckels Santoku knife is one of the best available. It is of the highest quality and it is known to give top of the line performance in the preparation of food. Santoku comes from Japan and its meaning when translated means 'three virtues'. The JA Henckels Santoku Knives exemplify this meaning as they are known to handle 3 things exceptionally well and that would be mincing, dicing and chopping.

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Usually these Santoku's come in different sizes, but with Henckels, the most common are 5" and 7" blade lengths. These different sizes both have their advantages and disadvantages and it really boils down to what you will be preparing.

In general Santoku knives can be compared to that of a meat cleaver. The difference between the two is that the blade is narrower, it has its own unique style and the blade is shaped differently. When it comes to Henckels knives, they have been designed in such a way that they can be used efficiently. They are well-balanced and have a comfortable grip, which makes them perfect for the kitchen.

When it comes to chopping and dicing of certain vegetables, the Henckels Santoku knife is the perfect tool. Its shape and design allow it to do those tasks with ease and efficiency. The design allows the knife to have a beveled or hollow ground and extremely sharp edges, all of which increases the cutting ability. The blade also has a scalloped pattern and this is done for two reasons. It is able to give the Santoku a unique style, as well as being able to easily remove thin slices of food that can become stuck to the blade.

Henckels is known for making quality knives and the Sanotku is no different. It should keep its sharpness if it is used and stored properly. Overtime it may get dull and if this were to occur, then the best way to restore its sharpness is through using sharpening steel. A word of caution should be heeded when it comes to cleaning the knife. The Santoku should never be washed in a dishwasher. It should always be washed by hand and dry thoroughly. Once this has been done, it can then be packed away for storage. This is extremely important if you want to prolong the life of the knife.

In closing Henckels Santoku knives are some of the best available. They may be a bit expensive, but you will end up with a high quality knife that will last a long time. Its unique design makes it perfect for cutting all types of food products. If you are looking for a Santoku get one from Henckels.

Henckels Santoku Knives - The Best Santoku Available

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J.A. Henckels International Forged Premio 13-Piece Block Set Feature

Full tang extends the length of the knife, adding balance and strength
Triple-riveted, ergonomic handle ensures comfort and control
Satin-finish, stainless steel blade provides precise cutting, peeling and slicing
Metal end cap displays the JA Henckels International logo
Dishwasher safe; made in Germany

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Choosing a Knife Set - Forged Kitchen Knives Or Stamped Kitchen Knives?

I wrote this article after I went through the unpleasant process of choosing a new kitchen knife set to purchase. There are so many brands of kitchen knives to choose from, in a myriad of styles and prices, all with different features. The biggest decision I had to make was in choosing between stamped kitchen knives and forged kitchen knives.

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Many people believe that forged knives are much better than stamped knives. While this was true years ago, it is no longer true today. The manufacturing process of stamped knives has improved so much that they are now considered to be equal to forged knives by most experts.

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There are differences between the two styles and each has their own separate benefits. A stamped knife is much lighter and many professional chefs agree is more flexible because it contains a thinner blade. A forged knife is considered to be a little more durable because of a thicker steel blade. Without getting too much into the manufacturing process, the major difference between the two is the stamping process involves using a cookie cutter method where the blade is actually punched out of a larger piece of steel while forging involves heating and flattening the blade repeatedly. Temperatures as high as 1900 degrees Fahrenheit are used.

Both methods can contain very sharp blades that hold their edge well. The higher the grade of stainless steel is what determines sharpness here and that can basically be determined by price. The more expensive the knife the better the steel is that's used. In the end, your decision should be made based on how you are going to be using the knives most. If you plan on cutting a lot of heavy meats and large vegetables, forged is the way to go. If you do more stir frys or Asian type cooking, stamped is better.

Choosing a Knife Set - Forged Kitchen Knives Or Stamped Kitchen Knives?

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Henckels Four Star High Quality German Cutlery

The knife is one of the smallest tool of the kitchen that makes a big difference. It is an important accessory in the kitchen in absence of which a chef or a cook becomes helpless. It cuts and makes the cooking process smooth and easy. It is always said that food that smells good, looks good...tastes great and all credit for a great looking food goes to knife that cuts it beautifully. Henckels Four Star is a German company manufacturing these scrupulously crafted high precision knives. The quality produced is superb.

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Knife serves many purposes in the kitchen. It does de-boning of chicken, turkey, or ham, cuts sandwiches, slicing/dicing of tomatoes or onions, trims meats, or effortlessly slices through a wide array of vegetables. So many different tasks with different grades of toughness, and Henckels knives can survive them all. They have been constructed out of high carbon German stainless steel that makes them durable to last a lifetime.

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They are ice hardened for increasing their strength. The quality of steel makes the blades corrosion resistant and provides a great sharpness. Moreover, the company has used Sinter Metal Component Technology to produce blades that will hold its edge for an exceptionally long period of time. These knives come with a hollow edge, which has an added advantage of keeping the food from sticking.

The shape of the knife has been designed to fit perfectly in the hand. It has a contoured handle with a soft grip that does not hurt the palm rather is comfortable to cut with. The bolster head of the knife have been designed for proper balance (between the handle and the blade) and safety. The company manufactures a selection of knives with varying sizes ranging between 8 inches to 3 inches.

Some of the sets they produce are Twin Santoku Asian (comes with a 5-inch hollow edge santoku knife and a 3-inch kudamono hollow edge paring knife), 2 Piece Carving Knife Set (comes with a 7-inch fork and an 8-inch carver), and 3 Piece Starter Set (comes with a 4-inch pairing knife, a 6-inch sandwich knife and an 8-inch chefs knife).

For more than 300 years, Henckels Four Star has been producing quality cutting-blades to meet every kitchen's need. The company guarantees all their products to be free from defects in materials or craftsmanship. Made for everyday use and with the cost conscience in mind, a Henckels Four Star cutlery product will last for years.

For detailed facts and more information about Henckels Four Star knives and knife sets, visit the #1 online resource at HenckelsFourStar.net.

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J.A. Henckels International Everedge 13-Piece Knife Set with Bonus Cheese Knife Feature

Includes 8-inch chef's, 5-inch tomato, 8-inch bread, 6-inch utility, 6-inch boning, 2-1/2-inch paring, and six 5-inch steak knives in hardwood block
Bonus cheese knife ideal for slicing cheese and spearing slices
Stamped, mirror-polished, stainless-steel, micro-serrated blades
Durable, hygienic, polypropylene handles
Lifetime warranty against defects

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8-inch chef's, 5-inch tomato, 8-inch bread, 6-inch utility, 6-inch boning, 2-1/2-inch paring, six 5-inch steak knives, hardwood block

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Popular Branded Knife Sets For the Kitchen

Knife sets are all purpose knives that vary in size and usage. Each set come in 3 or more pieces of knives. A standard knife set has seven up to eight pieces. It includes the following:

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o Chef's knife
o Paring knife
o Bread knife
o Fillet knife
o Carving knife
o Steak knife
o And utility knife

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Aside from this, it comes with sharpening steel and kitchen shears. It can also be bought with a knife block, for convenient storage.

Popular knife sets comprise of durable and high quality knives that can last a lifetime, if properly cared for. Below is a list of branded knife sets that have become more popular through the years.

- European Brands

Wusthof 9751 Classic Knife Set 9.95
Wusthof 9751 Classic Knife Set is a perfect starter set for cooks. It is forged from single steel and comes in 6 pieces knives.

Contains:
o serrated bread knife (1x20 cm)
o carving knife ( 1x 23cm)
o paring knife (1x 10 cm)
o cooks knife ( 1x20 cm)
o boning (1x14 cm)
o sharpening steel (1x23 cm)

J. A. Henckels Four Star Knife Set
Henckels Four Star Knife Set is sharp, well weighed and durable. It has a finer quality and it is also easy to use.

Set includes:
o 5 in. utility knife- serrated
o 6 in. chef knife
o 3 in. paring knife
o 6 in. utility knife
o hardwood storage block
o kitchen shears

Sabatier Knife Set 5-Piece with Block
Sabatier 5 piece knives are a fully forged block set. It is made from high carbon stainless steel for maximum durability. Each set has a handle-forming process which can be molded with pressure. It can result to no cracks like an ordinary rivet.

Set Includes:

o 20 cm Filleting knife
o 13 cm boning knife
o 25 cm Round sharpening knife
o 20 cm Bread knife
o 15 cm Cook's knife

- US Brands
Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan 10-Piece Knife Block Set .99

Chicago Cutlery Metropolitan knife sets have high carbon stainless steel blades and comfortable polymer handles. It has an exclusive Taper Grind edge and a full tang, for strength and balance. This set has an exceptional feature for sharpness and stain resistance.

Set includes:
o 5-inch utility/boning knife
o 4 steak knives
o 3-1/2-inch paring knife
o 8-inch slicer
o 8-inch sharpening steel
o 7-1/2-inch chef's knife
o 12-slot storage block

- Japanese Brands
Global 3 Pc. Oriental Santoku Knife Set #G-48338
G-48338 model are light, razor sharp and stainless steel made knives. They come with thin blades and hollow handles, making them easy to control.

Set includes:
o 5 ¼ inches GS-3 Chef's Utility Knife
o 8 in. G-48 Hollow-Ground Santoku Knife
o 3-1/2 in. GS-38 Paring Knife
Other popular brands include the following:

o Kyocera
o Kai Shun
o Fallkniven
o Kikuichi
o OId Hickory
o And Messermeister.

These popular brands have actually reigned through the years because of their excellent qualities and product exposures. Prices of most popular knife sets are really expensive. However, there are some fine choices that offer low price ranges, but having excellent features.

Although a well-known brand does not always guarantee a good product performance, at current, the price is no longer the issue, especially with regards to popular branded knife sets.

Popular Branded Knife Sets For the Kitchen

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J.A. Henckels International Forged Synergy 7-Piece Knife Set Feature

High Quality Stainless Steel
Forged Bolster, full tang construction
Hand wash recommended

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Forged knife set that includes 6 forged knifes and a wood block.

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Set consists of 3-inch low-point knife, 2-1/4-inch curved-blade peeling knife, 4-inch classic paring knife, and 4-1/2-inch serrated utility knife
Blades stamped from high-carbon stainless steel
Synthetic handles in bright colors are textured for secure grip
Safe to use in dishwasher

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Henckels just made small prep jobs more fun and functional with its latest set of colorful kitchen knives. Each is designed for a unique purpose: Serrated Spreader, 4.5-in. (red handle), Paring Knife, 3-in. (yellow handle), Utility Knife, 4-in. (green handle), Bird's Beak Paring Knife, 2.25-in (blue handle). Each knife features a blade that will mince, chop, slice, pare, core or garnish with ease. The sharp blades are made of Henckels quality stainless steel and the handles are molded to fit your hand for the specific task it's designed for. Handles come in primary colors so you can quickly identify the proper knife at a glance. They're a great addition to any kitchen!.

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The brightly colored handles on the four knives in this set strike cheerful notes in the kitchen, while the blades, stamped from high-carbon stainless steel, have all the shapes required for small-knife tasks. There's a 3-inch low-point, straight-edge knife (yellow handle) for cutting fruits and vegetables into thin slices, a 2-1/4-inch curved-blade knife (blue handle) for peeling and shaping, a 4-inch classic paring knife (green handle), and a 4-1/2-inch serrated utility knife (red handle) with a rounded point for slicing tomatoes. Handles are textured for a secure grip even when wet, and the lightweight knives prevent wrist strain when kitchen chores stretch out. These knives are dishwasher-safe. --Fred Brack

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J.A. Henckels International Eversharp 8-Piece Steak Knife Set

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J.A. Henckels International Eversharp 8-Piece Steak Knife Set Feature

Set of 8 high-quality steak knives with micro-serrated edges that never require sharpening
Forged from a single piece of stain-resistant steel; full tang for nice weight and balance
Triple-riveted handles provide strength and longevity
Though the knives are designed to resist corrosion, and are listed as dishwasher safe, hand washing is recommended for best care
Great gift for newlyweds or new homeowners and comes backed by Henckels' Lifetime Guarantee

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Top Rated Kitchen Knives Include Wusthof, Henckels, and Forschner Knives

Every day, thousands of people search the Internet looking for guidance on purchasing the best kitchen knives and cooking knives. There are a variety of criteria you can use to determine what would be the best kitchen or chef's knives for your budget and purposes; but, one of the best places to start is with expert and consumer reviews. Generally, you can't go too far wrong if you purchase your kitchen knives from a reputable brand, such as Forschner, Dexter, JA Henckels, or Wusthof kitchen knives; but reading objective evaluations from other consumers and experts, can be extremely helpful.

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Buying the right kitchen knife actually involves a lot of different decisions, not the least of which is choosing between a cooking knife that is "forged" versus one that is "stamped". If price is no object, then a forged knife would probably be the preferred choice. Forged chefs knives are generally considered sturdier than stamped knives, but the question is -- are they always worth the extra money? The answer is a definitive, "not always". According to Consumer Reports, "Although the top-rated knives are forged, stamped knives are capable of very good performance." The non-profit consumer education organization points out that stamped knives do not have a bolster and a heel, which do add value to the user experience; but those features probably wouldn't be missed by most people. Visit their web site for a good "crash course" in understanding knife terminology and tips on efficient use and care of kitchen knives.

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The four types of knives that Consumer Reports recommends having on hand in a well-equipped home kitchen are a chef's knife, a slicer, a utility knife, and a parer. For home chefs who like to have a kitchen knife for every purpose, there are specialty food preparation knives made for virtually every task in the kitchen. For example, in addition to the multi-purpose chef's knife and carving knife, you can also buy kitchen knives specifically designed for slicing bread, cheese, ham, or fish (fillet knives). There are also shell fish knives, which are more commonly referred to as "clam knives", "oyster knives", or "scallop knives". For cooks looking for a multi-purpose kitchen knife that slices, dices, and minces, a Santuko knife might be a the perfect supplement to a home cutlery supply.

As far as top brand names for the best chef knives and kitchen knives, the Wusthof classic seemed to be the favorite of expert reviewers, although the RH Forschner by Victorinox Fibrox was deemed the best budget knife set. Among the runners up for best kitchen knives were the Henckels Twin Professional "S" and the Henckels Four Star. Henckels Four Star series is one of the most popular lines of kitchen knives on the market, and includes a wide range of carvers, cleavers, boning knives, peeling knives, and steak knives. The Henckels Pro S series also features virtually every kitchen knife imaginable, including sandwich knives, fillet knives, flexible slicers, hollow edge slicers, and serrated utility knives.

It pays to read kitchen knives reviews, like the ones online at ConsumerSearch.com, but if you stick with well-known brand names, such as Victorinox, Forschner, Henckels knives, and Wusthof, you will rarely be disappointed.

Top Rated Kitchen Knives Include Wusthof, Henckels, and Forschner Knives

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Includes 8-inch chef's; 5-inch utility; 4-inch paring; 2-1/2-inch peeling
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Stamped high-carbon stainless-steel blades with laser-controlled edge
Ice-hardened blades for strength; hand-honed for sharpness
7.8 pounds; lifetime warranty

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Block Set consists of: 2-1/2-inch peeling knife, 4-inch paring knife, 5-Inch serrated/utility knife, 8-inch Chef's knife, sharpening steel, kitchen shears, and a hardwood block.

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8-inch chef’s knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife, 4-inch paring knife, 2-1/2-inch peeling knife, shears, sharpening steel, 11-slot hardwood block.