Thai knives for next to nothing
A good set of knives is a must in every kitchen. You can go mega fancy and buy a set from Wüsthof or Zwilling, but that will cost you quite a few pennies. They’re definitely worth it, but what if you simply don’t have that budget? Then there’s a solution that will make every home cook happy: KIWI knives.
What exactly are KIWI knives?
They’re the unsung heroes of the kitchen world: KIWI knives. These razor-sharp all-rounders are made in Bangkok, Thailand, and are loved by cooks all over the world. Why? Because they’re insanely sharp—watch out, before you know it you’ll chop off more than you bargained for—feel great in your hand and don’t require you to spend a month’s salary.
Razor-sharp for next to nothing
The blade of a KIWI knife is made from high-quality stainless steel, and you notice that immediately as soon as you start cutting with it. Vegetables, fruit, meat, bread—it glides through them as if they were butter. And all that for less than ten euros each. Seriously, some knives cost less than a cup of coffee at some trendy coffee bar in the Randstad. And you don’t even have to go to Bangkok for them: you can simply find them at the Asian supermarket or online.
Wooden handles and Thai flair
The handle of KIWI knives is made from hardwood. That means they not only offer a comfortable grip, but also look pretty good. No glittery plastic handles, but solid Thai elegance. They instantly give your kitchen a touch of worldly style and make your chopping task feel just a little more elegant.
What do you want to cut? Courgettes into julienne? Neatly fillet a chicken breast? Or divide those crusty sourdough slices into perfectly equal pieces? With KIWI knives, you can do it all. They’re light, nimble and surprisingly powerful. And if you drop one and it breaks, you can simply buy a new one. Because at that price…
Using KIWI knives like a pro
As with any good knife, the same applies here: treat them with love. That means not putting them in the dishwasher (tempting though it may be), but simply cleaning them by hand and drying them thoroughly. That way, they stay sharp for extra long and the wooden handle won’t split. Use a wooden cutting board too, and you’ll enjoy them for years.
You can order them online as a complete set, but many Asian supermarkets sell them too. You’ll often pay less than ten euros per knife. That’s a bargain, right, for such a great kitchen companion?
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Image: Michele Boulogne
