You've got an old, trusty kitchen knife that's about as sharp as a marshmallow. Buttering toast begins to look like a battle zone. That's where knife sharpening services come in. Knives really are one of those tools that get right to the point. Dull, well, they're like that new intern at the office: eager but low on effectiveness.
Professional knife sharpening is not relegated to chefs and culinary experts alone. Rather, it was meant for anyone tired of hacking through a tomato like he was trying to get through a thick wood. It is quite fun cutting through vegetables like running a precision Turing machine.
You may think the dusty sharpener in the bottom of the drawer will do. Don't fall for it. You don't ride a yacht across a stormy ocean if you ride your homemade raft. Pros use expensive equipment like machines that make sounds like hummingbirds in blenders. Your knife will be sharper than your grandma's tongue at thanksgiving.
Someone once said: "A sharp blade is a safe one." It may sound strange, but it is true. It is more likely to slip when using dull blades, as they require more force. Nobody wants to have an accidental bandage party because of a blade slip.
Have you ever wondered how people transform dull blades into magical slicers. These people are like modern wizards who have swapped wands with grindstones. Bob, the guy down the road is a good example. He can sharpen any item you have, be it your grandmother's old cleaver or the weird boning knives you bought on a midnight shopping spree online.
Bob will smile, inspect it, and then with a knowing nod, announce "This little guy has potential!" Bob has seen it all. Bob has seen it all. Every time, he shares a little secret that will make you feel like a member of prestigious culinary club. Spoiler Alert: A little patience and the right angle can bring out even dull edges.
It is a habit not everybody acquires, but then you cannot stop once you have begun. After many years of just eating your toast, you start to discover pizza. Cooking is never going to be the same again.
A shiny knife changes everything: carrots, onions - you don't have a chance. If you are the kind of person who is fascinated by seeing what is happening, then it is much fun to watch. The musical sound and the sparks flying are the lullaby of those who appreciate food beautification. They don't just sharpen the tools; they breathe life into them. Those artisans know just how to let every blade shine with character and tell a story.
You can try it, if you like, but mind your fingers - it is not children's play. You watch 10 minutes on YouTube, but watch out. You can have your dish soon suitable for butter rather than for beef. And then, you can find yourself in a little mess, like when you try to carve a pumpkin at Halloween.
Go ahead, dig out those blades that have been suffering in neglect and give them a spa day. We do knife sharpening to get you out of that rut and cooking with much more enjoyment. Keep your friends close but your knives closer-something to that effect-but most certainly, a sharp knife is a good friend.