Wusthof Gourmet Sale – Save up to 30%!

by Ron September 22, 2011

When I was a kid I thought a car is a car is a car. I really didn’t know there were significant differences, other than sports cars.  This changed the day I went with a neighbor to get their new Cadillac.  A DeVille, the entry level Cadillac.  As soon as I got in that car [...]

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What is the difference between All-Clad Tri-Ply Stainless, Classic Stainless, and MC2?

by Ron September 15, 2011

Because All-Clad comes in 3 types of silver colored cookware, some people are confused when shopping for All-Clad. We have the new All-Clad Tri-ply Stainless Steel, All-Clad Classic Stainless Steel, and All-Clad MC2. If you are not paying close attention you will not know what these are when shopping for them.

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Wusthof Sharp Picks for September – 5-inch Serrated Utility Knives!

by george September 6, 2011

Each month at MetroKitchen.com, our “Sharp Picks” are a selection of Wusthof knives that we have at a special sale price for just one month. For September, 2011 we’ve got the Wusthof Classic and Classic Ikon 5-inch serrated utility knives! Read on below to compare these two knives.

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Sharp Picks on Sale for August – Wusthof 8 inch Bread Knives!

by george August 10, 2011

Our “Sharp Picks” at MetroKitchen.com are a selection of Wusthof knives that are on sale for a special price and for a limited time. For this month’s “Sharp Picks” we’re offering the Wusthof Classic and Ikon 8-inch bread knives! Read on to compare them.

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Dear MetroKitchen: What’s the purpose of John Boos Mystery Oil?

by Bobby July 19, 2011
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Dear MetroKitchen: What’s the purpose of John Boos Mystery Oil?  How often and when should I use it? John Boos Mystery Oil is used to keep wood from drying, cracking and warping.  You may apply Mystery Oil on any wood food preparation surface such as butcher blocks, cutting boards and counter tops.  Mystery Oil is [...]

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Sharp Picks on Sale for July – Wusthof 4-Piece Steak Knife Sets!

by george July 13, 2011

Each month at MetroKitchen.com we offer a few Wusthof knives at special low prices for a limited time, which we call our “Sharp Picks.”  For July, we’re offering the Wusthof Classic and Ikon 4-piece steak knife sets! Read on to compare the two!

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What is the difference between a boning knife and a fillet knife?

by Shaun June 22, 2011

Dear MetroKitchen, What is the difference between a boning knife and a fillet knife? Boning knives are commonly used specifically for removing bones from meat while fillet knives are commonly used for removing bones and skin from meat, especially fish.  There is some overlap as boning knives can be used for filleting and there are [...]

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Father’s Day Kitchen Gift Ideas

by Ron June 13, 2011

As Father’s Day approaches so does Summer. It really is time to get serious about locking in on a gift for Dad. For me Father’s Day and Summer are synonymous. When I was a kid and even when my father was a kid the place to be was a barbecue. I have lots of memories [...]

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Sharp picks! Wusthof 7 inch Fish Fillet Knives on Sale for June

by george June 9, 2011

Each month here at MetroKitchen.com, we offer a few Wusthof knives at a special discounted price for a limited time. This month’s Sharp Picks include the 7 inch fish fillet knives with sheaths from Wusthof’s Classic and Grand Prix II series. Read on to compare the two!

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Dear MetroKitchen: What are the Water Spots on my Stainless Steel Cookware?

by Shaun June 7, 2011

This is a first in a weekly series of questions we’ve received relating to products, maintenance, and care.  Enjoy! Dear MetroKitchen:  I have these weird spots on my stainless steel cookware that look like water spots.  I thought stainless steel was supposed to be just that, stainless.  What can I do to get rid of [...]

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