If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Chef’s knives are the most essential part of any kitchen.

Aside from a skillet, a knife is arguably the most important tool a home cook can wield. Without one, you wouldn't be able to carve through crusty loaves of bread or quickly dice onions and carrots.

David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things edible, including meal kit services, food subscriptions, kitchen tools and cooking tips. David earned his BA from ...

Walk into any kitchen store and you'll see walls lined with specialty knives. Boning knives, fillet knives, cleavers, Santoku ...