THE RIGHT KITCHEN KNIVES FOR THE JOB
WHICH KNIFE DOES WHAT
Our experts help you pick the best kitchen knives
Beaked blades and fluted, straight edges and serrated: what exactly are these for? Our knife specialists give you the lowdown on 12 different essential Victorinox kitchen tools. Because it’s one thing to be able to choose from a wide range of kitchen knives, but quite another to know exactly what they can all do – and some things may surprise you. Have a look at our tips and get the best out of your chef skills.
A key investment for any busy kitchen, this hardworking utility knife can handle chopping, dicing and slicing of all kinds. This knife takes on not just fruit and vegetables but can also tackle meat like a pro. From the fine slicing of herbs to carving your roast, the Office Knife is compact yet chef-level capable and is a true all-rounder.
Our tip: Leaving home and setting up your own kitchen for the first time? This is the knife you should start with.
The fluted edge and straighter blade make the Santoku Knife a trusted kitchen all-rounder. The flutes ensure that food doesn’t stick to the blade when cutting, making slicing anything from meat, fish, vegetables to fruit feel effortless. The straight edge blade is suitable for chopping, slicing and dicing, helping you to cut more precisely but with ease.
Our tip: We offer this knife both with and without fluted blade. While the non-fluted blade might make long-term sharpening easier, we recommend the fluted edge, for the ease and precision it gives to any slicing task.
Freshly baked granary bread with salted butter, ciabatta with balsamic and extra virgin olive oil, sourdough rye with ham and cheese: bread has so many delicious guises. So, investing in a knife that knows how to tackle your daily loaf is key. Built to last, our Bread Knives slice adeptly through thick crusts, thanks to the wavy edge blade. For those who need help cutting the perfect slice, the Dux knife has an adjustable guide to help you slice bread or even salami or cucumber.
Our tip: Baked goods are this blade’s domain but try it on a pumpkin and you’ll be in expert hands.
Le couteau à découper est un autre outil de cuisine dur à la tâche qui vient à bout d’à peu près tout ce qu’il peut trouver sur une planche à découper. Il est idéal pour les morceaux de viande les moins épais comme la pintade, le coquelet ou le canard. Pour des morceaux plus épais, nous vous recommandons d’utiliser une lame extra large. Les lames plus longues sont également idéales pour découper des tranches de carpaccio avec précision, par exemple. Le couteau à découper convient aussi à merveille à tout type de fruits et légumes, ce qui lui vaut une place de choix parmi les indispensables de la cuisine. Son manche ergonomique le rend extrêmement facile à utiliser et son tranchant lisse coupe avec une impressionnante précision.
Notre astuce : Il a certes fait ses preuves dans la découpe de viande, mais sa lame habile fonctionne tout aussi bien avec les fruits et légumes. Pourqui ne pas l’essayer sur un ananas ?
Alliant équilibre exceptionnel à une structure élégante, ce couteau est résistant et peut rivaliser avec les meilleurs cuisiniers. Il est parfait pour découper les morceaux de viande les plus épais tels que le rumsteck, l’épaule d’agneau ou la dinde grâce à sa lame extra large. Pour un effet restaurant, utilisez-le pour la découpe sur une superbe planche au centre de la table.
Notre astuce : Il n’y en a pas que pour les petits gabarits. Sa largeur apporte puissance et précision à la lame. Et pour trancher sans effort, optez pour la version alvéolée de cette lame.
A menor faca de nossa cozinha, a faca para descascar é uma ferramenta versátil que pode cortar, fatiar, descascar, picar e descaroçar. Escolha a lâmina serrilhada para frutas com polpa macia, como kiwis ou pêssegos, para não danificá-las. A lâmina lisa é ideal para frutas cítricas e peras. Ela também é ótima para cortar ervas e preparar guarnições. Oferecemos três tamanhos de lâminas: 6 cm, 8 cm e 10 cm – o que permite escolher a melhor lâmina para a tarefa.
Nossa dica: A versão com a ponta mais arredondada é a escolha certa para descaroçar maçãs ou cortar olhos de batatas. A ponta afiada é ideal para corte preciso, como cobertura de fondant, para que posa levar suas habilidades de decoração de bolos para outro nível.
This little blade’s success lies in its curvy contours. A super sharp wavy edge enables intricate cuts on the finest surfaces. Slice tomatoes without squashing their delicate centers. Chop chipolatas, salami and specialty sausages without ruining their neat, precise form. You’ll wonder how you lived without it.
Our tip: The wavy edge of this blade is also ideal for spreading butter or jam onto freshly baked bread.
Since our expertise at Victorinox is tool combination, our Bread and Pastry Knife has been designed to take care of all your baked-goods-related jobs in the kitchen. Not only can the wavy edge blade cut bread, cakes and pastries with ease, it can also function as a spatula to spread buttercream or icing onto your baked delights. A great advantage is the special shape of the blade, which naturally follows your hand movement as you cut and makes every cutting task easier. We also offer a longer, 26 cm version which is designed specifically for tackling larger pastries or cakes.
Our tip: So, at home in the pastry kitchen, it’s equally as skilled at handling bread and harder-skinned fruits or vegetables like watermelon.
Slice your salmon like a professional with this knife designed exclusively for the task. Filleting slices of the delicate fish is easy work thanks to this knife’s thin, flexible blade. The fluted edge of the Salmon Knife prevents the meat from tearing or sticking to the blade – ensuring that you have the perfect slice, every time. Your only problem will be keeping up with the demand for more.
Our tip: This knife’s long, thin, flexible blade with its fluted edge also makes it ideal for ham or anything else you’d cut with a slicing knife.
Make your next gathering memorable with food that looks too good to eat. The Shaping Knife is the ideal tool for creating garnishes that give your spread some added panache. The thin, curved “Bird’s Beak” blade and ergonomic handle provide the control you need to create intricate designs, whether you’re carving radish roses for the vegetable platter or slicing strawberry fans for brunch. Turn your meal into an event.
Our tip: This knife’s thin, sharp blade is also perfect for cleaning and peeling mushrooms.
Which other things do I need to consider when I’m choosing a kitchen knife?
Stamped or forged blade? Wood or synthetic handle? How does the handle need to feel in my hand and what do all the different blades do? We take you through all your options.
Is my knife still sharp enough? What’s the difference between sharpening and honing a blade? How do I sharpen my knife and which tool should I use? Our experts give you all the answers you need to keep your blades cutting perfectly.
Can I put my knives in the dishwasher? How should I dry and store them? And what kind of cutting board is best? Maintenance tips from Victorinox specialists will make sure your knives last as long as you need them.
