Go through any product and any industry, and you will certainly find a lot of myths revolving around it. For example, the most common myth associated with 5-star restaurants is that their food is bland, whereas the truth is that those restaurants serve some of the best dishes from across the world. Similarly, professional kitchen knives like Victorinox and ICEL also have some myths associated with them that are far from true.
If you Google “knife myths,” a ton of contradictory material appears, leading to a confusing search result. Mostafawi Group, which is one of the leading Victorinox suppliers in Dubai, has sifted through all of the online tips and advice, selected the greatest myths, and offered our analysis of them. So read this blog post till the end and do share with your friends who love debunking myths.
Also, go through our blog titled “Victorinox Dubai: Professional Knives and Their Multifunctional Designs.”
Myth No. 1
It Is Safe To Wash Professional Knives in Dishwasher
This tip, or, rather, we say, myth, appeared on numerous lists. The answer is, of course, no. This is not a good idea because the dishwasher’s water jets can move cutlery around, and the blades can get broken if they bump into hard objects like other cutlery or the dishwasher’s inside. Moreover, other dishwasher-safe objects may leave stains on stainless steel blades—a paradox, maybe, but a reality. Furthermore, stainless steel may get pitted by the strong chemicals in the dishwasher, which could result in rust stains. Also, many professional knives are made from steel alloys, and it will be a bad idea to keep steel objects submerged in water for prolonged periods. Whenever you are in doubt about taking care of your professional knife, you can visit a renowned Victorinox supplier in Dubai, such as Mostafawi Group, and get all the assistance you need. Professional advice will help you stay away from myths while keeping your high-quality professional knives in good shape for almost an eternity.
Myth No. 2
Blunt Knife is Safe to Use
This is another common myth that most people believe in. However, ask any chef, and he or she will say that a blunt knife is responsible for major injuries sustained by a knife in a kitchen. While a sharp knife gives clean cuts, a blunt knife doesn’t do so and increases the chances of causing injuries to the person doing chopping and prep work. While buying your professional knife, you must consider buying Victorinox kitchen accessories in Dubai to keep your professional knife strong and sharp. Accessories like a knife sharpener from Victorinox help maintain the sharpness of the blade and avoid injuries caused by bluntness.
Go through our blog titled “Learn about uncommon ICEL kitchen knives and their uses.”
Myth No. 3
Some Knives Stay Sharp Forever
Diamonds are forever, but unfortunately, the sharpness of any knife isn’t. Although some knives with serrations and scallops are advertised as being “forever sharp,” the truth is that even these knives, which are composed of many teeth, eventually wear out due to the teeth becoming blunt. However, when you buy branded knives such as Victorinox knives in Dubai, these branded knives don’t lose their sharpness quickly. It may take a year or two for a Victorinox knife to lose its sharpness. Regular maintenance is a must for any knife to stay sharp for prolonged periods of time. You can visit Victorinox stores across Dubai to get assistance regarding the sharpness of professional kitchen knives.
Myth No. 4
Any Chopping Surface Works for Retaining Knives Life
Some popular lists have stated that “food is what dulls knives.” This is true to a certain extent. While food can cause some blunting of the knife, especially when it strikes a bone or similar object, the most significant blunting of the knife comes from chopping and slicing on inappropriate surfaces. Soft plastic, bamboo, or wood are the ideal materials to use as chopping boards for knives. Experts working across Victorinox stores in Dubai suggest that you avoid using your knives near granite, glass, and other hard surfaces, as they will quickly blunt them.
Don’t forget to read the comparison between Victorinox and other kitchen knife brands.
Myth No. 5
Honing Steel Rods Sharpen a Knife
While it’s tempting to assume that these rods will sharpen the edges of our knives, reality is far from this. The steel rods included with knife sets are only intended to straighten blades that have “rolled” or become dulled during folding. Where this has occurred, steels can straighten the blade; however, as they don’t remove any metal, they cannot sharpen a blade. So it is better to always buy genuine Victorinox accessories in Dubai and get a professional sharpener that will keep knives sharp for prolonged periods.
Myth No. 6
The costlier the Knife the Better It Is
Most people assume that for a lot of things, like shoes, bags, kitchen accessories, and even knives, the costlier they are, the better they will be. However, when it comes to kitchen knives, this is false in a few respects. Victorinox knives are competitively priced and offer excellent value when compared to any of the other leading brands. Naturally, a pricey, blunt knife is pointless; instead, you should always carry a sharp, less expensive one.
Myth No. 7
Professional Kitchen Knives in Dubai can Be Sharpened with Magnetism
There seems to be a theory that states that a knife can be sharpened solely by magnetism if it is placed in a magnetic field that “realigns the molecules.” Magnetism cannot “realign” steel because it is essentially crystalline, meaning that its molecules are arranged in a solid lattice at the molecular level. To restore the knife’s edge, some material must be removed. So this is just another myth that is floating around the internet.
Myth No. 8
Sharpener is Only Good if there are Sparks Coming out of it
Regretfully, sparks flashing during knife sharpening are more likely to indicate nicks in the blade being removed. Sparks are not necessary for a sharpener to function.
Also, read about the four main types of knives you should have in the kitchen.
Conclusion
So these are some of the most common myths we found floating around the internet associated with professional kitchen knives in Dubai. For more professional help and guidance, visit a Victorinox store in Dubai near you.