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Shopping Black Friday knife deals? Learn what truly matters in a kitchen knife and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Learn how to cook with cast iron without ruining it—seasoning, heat control, cleaning, and tools that help you get heirloom-worthy results every time.

Think cleavers are only for butchering? Think again. Here are 10 surprising, practical, everyday ways to use a kitchen cleaver—plus the best cleavers to upgrade your prep.

Wondering if your kitchen knife is still sharp? Here are safe, simple, no-risk ways to test sharpness at home—plus how to keep your blades in peak condition for years.

If you’ve ever pulled your hair out trying to find the perfect gift for the cook, griller or kitchen-tinkerer on your list, here’s your lifeline: top-tier tools that don’t end up hidden in a drawer. At The Cooking Guild, we know they care about balance, steel and edge retention, so we’ve curated five gifts that never miss. These aren’t just nice to look at; they’re built to perform, impress and bring joy long after the wrapping paper’s gone

Discover the essential cold-weather cooking upgrades that serious home chefs swear by. From rustic Dutch ovens to the perfect winter knife, elevate your seasonal meals.

Discover the perfect knife gift for every type of cook! From aspiring chefs to BBQ masters, find blades that match their style and elevate their kitchen craft.

Wondering if expensive knives are worth the investment? Get a chef's honest take on when they matter, when they don't, and how to choose wisely for your kitchen.

Master the one-knife meal prep method! Learn how to use a single quality knife and smart workflow to prepare a week of meals with minimal cleanup and maximum efficiency.

Are high-carbon steel knives worth the investment? We break down the real benefits—from razor-sharp edges to lasting durability—and what makes them a cut above the rest.

Warm up with a pot of our French Lentil & Sausage Stew. This easy, one-pot recipe delivers deep, savory flavor with minimal prep and even less cleanup.

Find the perfect holiday gift for a home cook! From the versatile chef's knife to the specialized cleaver, we've curated 7 standout blades that are as beautiful as they are functional.

 Simplify your Thanksgiving cooking with these 10 dishes you can prepare using just one great knife. Plus, discover the perfect blade for holiday prep.

Conquer Thanksgiving without the stress. Discover our top meal prep hacks for breaking down tasks across the week, leaving you free to savor the day.

Wondering what's worth making from scratch for Thanksgiving? We break down which dishes deliver the biggest payoff in flavor and which are perfectly fine to buy pre-made.

Cooking Guild Black Friday Sale is here! Save up to 40% on premium knives and bundles. Elevate your cooking game with handcrafted blades.