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Do You Invest in Expensive Knives?

partysugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 06:50:27 -0700

My best kitchen knife broke last night while I was making dinner. It wasn't the nicest knife - when I moved into my apartment, over two years ago, my dad gave it to me and bought himself a new (much better) knife. Now I need to purchase a knife, and am considering splurging on a higher-quality, more expensive one. Should I? How do you feel about kitchen knives? Is it worth it to get a good one?

Off to Market Recap: Kitchen Knife

partysugar — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 06:50:13 -0700

I asked you to help me by heading off to market in search of practical everyday knives that can be used for dicing onions and slicing raw chicken. You saved your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Kitchen Knife.

Kimpossible recommends this classic chef's knife that's crafted by a premier blade producer from Japan. She's had it for almost three years and describes it as an "an awesome knife" that feels wonderful in her hand. And, it's on sale at Williams-Sonoma! Thanks Kimpossible. For more knives, browse the selection below.

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Off to Market: Kitchen Knife

partysugar — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:50:23 -0700

I need a new knife: All of mine are old and so dull they can no longer be sharpened. While I would love to purchase a shiny new set of kitchen knives, right now I can't afford it. That's why I've decided I will invest in one shiny, sharp, and versatile knife. Can you help me find it? Let's head off to market in search of practical everyday knives that can be used for dicing onions and slicing raw chicken. Save your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Kitchen Knife. Happy hunting!

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Bed Bath & Beyond
CB2
Cooking.com
Crate & Barrel
Ikea
Linens and Things
NapaStyle
Pier 1
Plum Party
Pottery Barn
Sur La Table
Target
Restoration Hardware
Williams Sonoma
Wishing Fish
World Market

Yummy Links: From Thomas Keller to India Pale Ale

partysugar — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:00:53 -0700

An early look at Thomas Keller's upcoming cookbook, Ad Hoc at Home. - Grubstreet
With stabbing deaths on the rise in the UK, one knife manufacturer has taken matters into his own hands. - Eat Me Daily
Tickets for October's New York Wine and Food Festival are now on sale. - Eater
Take a trip to the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party. - Serious Eats
Find out how the ultimate hostess, Jenn Sbranti, has been spending her Summer. - Hostess With the Mostess
What does India have to do with India Pale Ale? - Chow

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Yummy Links: From Ferran Adria to Kid's Menus

partysugar — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 07:45:16 -0700

Dining with Ferran Adria at Katz's Deli. - Serious Eats
Nine chefs share their bloody kitchen nightmares. - Metromix New York
Love to cook, but can't seem to find the time? The Sunday dinner project, hosted by Andrew Schloss, helps you make the components for multiple meals every Sunday evening. - Cookthink
The cruelest practical joke in food history. - The BA Foodist
Sharpen your knife skills with these books. - The Epi-Log
A look at Asia's tea harvest. - The Kitchn
Can grown-ups order off the kid's menu? - Chow

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How to Prepare Cantaloupe

YumSugar — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 05:30:19 -0700

Cantaloupe is one of those things that I see a lot in salad bars and packaged fruit salads but rarely in bagged lunches or at friends' homes. Perhaps if more people knew the right way to cut this fragrant melon, it would be more of a household staple. View this slideshow to learn how simple cantaloupe is to prepare.

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Learn How to Cut a Pineapple

YumSugar — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 10:15:31 -0700

Pineapple is one of my favorite fruits. However, I used to be intimidated by the spiky outside and would sometimes just buy the plastic containers full of precut pineapple. I always felt guilty, those plastic containers are a waste, and they cost a lot more than a whole pineapple would. So a few years ago, I decided to pony-up and learn how to cut one properly. It was a little awkward at first, but now it is a breeze. If you want to learn an easy way to do it, then click the "Start" button.

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YumSugar Gift Guide: Formidable Food Snobs

YumSugar — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 07:18:31 -0800

If you're worried about what to get those food know-it-alls on your shopping list, then fear no more. if the foodie in your life is constantly spouting off information, then test their knowledge by getting them the Food Lover's Trivia Game. If they don't yet know everything, then get them a copy of the Food Snob's Dictionary. This way they'll be able to wow and impress everyone with food facts and terminology. If you'd rather get them something edible, try these conserves from June Taylor. Or, go crazy and splurge completely by treating them to entire Serrano Ham, complete with stand! For more choices, scroll through below.

The Food Snob's Dictionary ($10.36)	Knife Skills Illustrated: A User's Manual ($19.77)
Food Lover's Trivia Game ($29.98)	1 lb Grade B Madagascar Vanilla Beans ($32.95)
June Taylor Conserves Gift Box ($33)	Serrano Whole Bone-In Ham with Ham Holder ($279)

Off to Market Recap: Knife Set

partysugar — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 14:27:19 -0800

I'm treating myself to a new set of knives this holiday season. My collection of knives is minimal; it's a makeshift grouping of lost and leftover knives. I don't have a sharpener, and so they rest jaggedly, unsharpened in the knife block. I asked you to help me search for a superb, sharply stylish knife set. You looked for reasonably priced knives with a variety of knife types or individual knives that I can use to create my own set. You bookmarked your finds in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag Knife Set. I really want a set that includes kitchen scissors, and this one by Wüsthof has both scissors and a sharpener. Thanks for helping me out gruaig_rua! For more knives, scroll through the selections below.

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Off To Market: Knife Set

partysugar — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:13:33 -0800

I've decided to treat myself to a new set of knives this holiday season. My collection of knives is minimal; it's a makeshift grouping of lost and leftover knives. I don't have a sharpener so they rest jaggedly, unsharpened in the knife block. Can you help me by searching for a superb, sharply stylish knife set? Look for reasonably priced knives with a variety of knife types. Or, look for individual knives that I can use to create my own set. Bookmark your finds in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag Knife Set. Good luck!

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Find out where I like to shop online for food and entertaining accessories when you read more

Bed Bath & Beyond
CB2
Cooking.com
Crate & Barrel
Ikea
Linens and Things
NapaStyle
Pier 1
Plum Party
Pottery Barn
Sur La Table
Target
Restoration Hardware
Williams Sonoma
Wishing Fish
World Market