Inspired by conversations on the Food52 Hotline, we’re sharing tips and tricks that make navigating all of our kitchens easier and more fun. Today: Treat your knives well, and they’ll love you back.

You’ve probably heard it before: A dull knife is far more dangerous than a sharp one. With a dull knife, you could end up hacking away at something until you slip and get a finger. Whereas a sharp ...

Want to keep you cooking skills sharp? It all starts with the best kitchen equipment, including extra sharp knives. Since we know getting a whole new block of knives is a real investment, we are ...

We’ve mentioned it before and we’ll mention it again, a man’s kitchen is only as good as his equipment. Caring for that equipment is not only good form, but it’s also how you achieve longevity. I ...

Let's cut to the chase.

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. I did not learn knife care from my parents, and ...

The next step is attending to the blades on hand tools like pruners and loppers. I like to keep mine clean throughout the growing season by wiping them down with cleaning wipes and occasionally hosing ...