With more and more of us entering the kitchen, encouraged by the inspirational words of our favourite celebratory chefs, that we can too can create gastronomic delights. Professional chefs knives are becoming a common addition to household kitchens across the country. So, if you’re determined to recreate the latest offering from your much-loved Michelin stared TV chef and buy yourself some professional chefs knives you have a number of factors to consider before you begin you julienne your shallots.

There are many competing brands out there each offering their own, unique take on what comprises the perfect knife or range of knifes. The vast majority of knives are constructed from a special brand of stainless steel that the knife manufactures create themselves in order to meet certain specifications. Knives developed from ceramic and titanium also provide a popular alternative to the traditional stainless steel blade. When deciding upon what type of material you prefer you knife to be made from its also worthwhile considering how suitable the knife will be for doing the jobs that you require. The handling, how well the knife feels in your hand, its sharpness, durability and cost of the knife should also be taken into consideration.

If you’re serious about using professional chefs knifes at home it might be a better idea to invest in a set of knifes rather than a few individual knifes. This way, you’ll save yourself money and become accustom to using the same style knifes all the time rather than chopping and changing between different brands. Although a quality set of knifes may set you back a little to begin with they will pay for themselves in the long run. Depending on how advanced you are or how advanced you intent to be when cooking will influence your decision regarding the different type of knifes you require. The more adventurous may wish to purchase more specialists knifes such as a filleting knife or a palette knife however, in most kitchens there is really only the need for smaller vegetable knifes designed to cutting the odd carrot, a paring knifes for slicing fruit, a carving knife, a cooks knife and a bread knife. One additional extra that is absolutely essential when purchasing any quality knifes is a sharpening steel or whetstone. It is vital that you keep your knifes sharp in order to get the most from them and to ensure your own safety while using them.