Former Sr. Home & Kitchen Editor. I've tested everything from chef's knives to olive oils to bath mats. Feb 21, 2025, 12:39pm EST No kitchen tool is more indispensable to the home cook than the chef’s ...

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With a culinary degree and nearly 20 years of food-writing experience, Jason Horn has spent his entire career covering food and drinks. He's Food & Wine's resident knife expert and has tested hundreds ...

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Brendon Edwards has been a pro chef for more than 25 years. Today, he's made a name for himself as a knife-sharpener to Detroit's chef stars.