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Handmade chef's knives: The secret of professional chef Jan from Berlin

Last update:
January 28, 2025

Why a good chef's knife makes the difference

“Without the right chef’s knife, every ingredient falls short of its potential.” – Jan

Jan is a professional chef from Berlin and has been in the kitchen for over 10 years. Whether in restaurants or at private events – for him, the right tools are just as important as the best ingredients. His choice? Handcrafted chef's knifethat are not only sustainably produced but also cut with the highest precision.

“A good chef’s knife saves time, saves your nerves and brings out the best in every product.”-Jan, chef from Berlin

A picture from the Taiga Store by taigagreen A person is cutting spring onions with a knife on a white cutting board Next to it are slices of mushrooms, chopped meat and a chilihote The person is wearing a dark top and a bracelet Order now in the Eco Shop at wwwtaigagreen Shop sustainably here with the Taiga Eco Rating

Sustainable chef's knives: quality that lasts a lifetime

In his kitchen, Jan relies on hand-forged Good knife, which are known for their extreme sharpness, perfect balance and exceptional durability. But why these?

Handmade: Each knife is forged from a single piece of steel, ice-hardened and sharpened by hand.
Perfect balance: The weight distribution ensures fatigue-free working.
Sustainable & durable: High-quality materials make the knives a purchase for life.

“I have knives that have been with me for years – and they are sharper than the first day.”– Jan, chef from Berlin

Handmade knives – an investment in real culinary art

Good knives are the heart of every kitchen. Whether for precise cuts, effortless chopping or fine filleting - a high-quality kitchen knife changes the way you cook.

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Güde knives and sustainable kitchen knives – precision and responsibility in your kitchen

A high quality one kitchenknife is much more than just a tool – it is the heart of every kitchen and makes the difference in food preparation. Taiga Eco Shop you will find a carefully selected collection of sustainable kitchen knives that combine the highest quality with environmentally friendly materials and fair production processes.

With the hand-forged Güde knives Experience perfection in the art of cutting. These knives stand for first-class sharpness, optimal balance and exceptional durability - properties that inspire every professional chef and amateur cook.

Güde knives – awarded the Taiga Eco Rating

A picture from the Taiga Store by taigagreen A small paring knife with a blue handle lies on a wooden cutting board with slices of black bread with seeds and some black olives Next to it is a white bowl with more olives and sprigs of fresh rosemary Order now in the Eco Shop by wwwtaigagreen Shop sustainably here with the Taiga Eco Rating

An example of an outstanding sustainable product is the Good knifethat are in Taiga Eco Shop These knives receive a top rating because they:

???? Handmade from high-quality Solingen steel are – durable and rust-free
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???? Usable for a lifetime are – less waste, more quality
???? Fair and environmentally friendly production – with short supply chains

“Sustainability starts with conscious choices. The Taiga Eco Rating helps us select the best products.” – Jan, professional chef from Berlin