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Russums recent recruits
We’re delighted to welcome Lewis and Beth to our team We’re pleased to announce that we have appointed two graduates to our growing team. Former seasonal Lewis Russell and Beth Glenn have been appointed to the new positions of Commercial Development Co-ordinators with separate specialisms across our ......Read More
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Japanese vs German knives
Japan and Germany are thought of as two of the most important centres of the world’s kitchen knife industry, with Solingen in Germany and Seki in Japan at the heart of knife production in those countries. Both countries produce highly sought-after knives for professional kitchens ......Read More
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Why do kitchen knives vary in cost?
The cost of kitchen knives can vary considerably, ranging from as little as £6 for a basic chef’s knife to over £1,000 for traditional Japanese blades crafted by a master forger. A realistic price range for knives used by the majority of professional chefs is closer ......Read More
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Our annual bake off raises £260 for Children in Need
Our annual bake off raises £260 for Children in Need Staff from all departments got involved with the annual Russums bake-off by baking, judging or buying the baked goods to raise a total of £260 for the national charity that supports disadvantaged children and young people ......Read More
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Damascus knife guide
Modern Damascus steel can be recognised by the beautiful pattern found on the surface of the blade. These sought-after knives also have a reputation for being incredibly strong and sharp. The following page will answer some of the most commonly asked questions around Damascus steel kitchen ......Read More
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Afternoon tea in the morning
Thanks, David Wardle for an afternoon tea to remember The team at Russums were treated to a special afternoon tea prepared by Doncaster-born event catering specialist and freelance chef, David Wardle as a thank you for our hard work over the busy summer period. Summer is an ......Read More
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Best kitchen knives
The following guide highlights some of the best knives currently on the market. On this page, we look at why the chosen knives perform well and what makes them so popular among professional chefs. Wusthof Classic Cook’s Knife 16cm Shun Classic Scalloped Santoku Knife 18cm Henckels Professional S ......Read More
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Tunic Launch
We’ve increased our range of stylish workwear with the launch of a hybrid tunic tabard We have launched a range of stylish new tabards. Designed specifically for catering and hospitality workers, the new polyester cotton hybrid wrap tunic tabards feature a centre pocket and are available in ......Read More
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Top Chefs Share Their Best Knife Tips
Take five top chefs, a pot of Michelin stars and the freshest, finest produce from across the globe. In other words, the perfect ingredients for a truly mind blowing culinary masterpiece. Well, almost. Because when it comes to bringing that all important ‘je ne sais ......Read More
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Wusthof knives FAQs
Click on the links below to jump to the relevant questions: Are Wusthof knives good? How do you sharpen Wusthof classic knives? Which Wusthof knives are the best? How much is a set of Wusthof knives? Are Wusthof knives good? Wusthof knives are one well known for their high quality and ......Read More
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Shun knives FAQs
How do you sharpen Shun knives? The manufacturer of the Shun knife range — Kai — suggests sharpening Shun knives in one of three ways: Using a whet stone With a table top sharpener that accommodates the 16% bevel found on most Shun blades Sending the knife away to ......Read More
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Hide and Hoof restaurant
Case Study – working with a fellow family business on a smart new look for staff When third generation farming business Yummy Yorkshire wanted professional workwear for staff at its new Hide & Hoof restaurant, we were delighted when they turned to us for help. We were ......Read More
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What makes a Russums Apron Superior?
As a business undergraduate at on a work placement at Russums, I wanted to find out what makes certain products successful. Price? Quality? Value for money? Probably a mixture of all of the above. I noticed that the wide range of aprons available sold excellently. I ......Read More
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Kasumi HM Hammered Series
We’ve increased our range of performance knives with the launch of the Kasumi HM Hammered series We have consolidated our position as a key supplier of specialist chefs’ knives with the launch of the Kasumi HM Hammered range. Suitable for both right and left handed users, the ......Read More
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Pastry knives
Click the following links to jump to the relevant sections: What makes a pastry knife distinct Similar knives and their differences Pastry knife brands Pastry knives in sets Best pastry knives This highly versatile knife is very popular among chefs. In fact, the pastry knife is cited by many chefs as ......Read More
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Starting a new restaurant: chefs’ tips on essential kitchen equipment
Setting up a new restaurant business is both an exciting and daunting experience for anyone, whether you’re an experienced chef director with venues under your belt or a fledgling restauranteur eager to see your ideas crystalize into reality. One of the first things any chef building ......Read More
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Jöro: Experimental Nordic cuisine makes a splash in Sheffield
With Sheffield’s abundance of green spaces and its proximity to the peaks, you may wonder why a restaurant hasn’t opened up sooner that prides itself on foraging from around the city, despite the area’s grimy industrial heritage. Well now one has. Jöro is a partnership between Luke ......Read More
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How to sharpen your kitchen knife
There are 3 main tools that chefs can use to sharpen their non-serrated kitchen knives. Click on the links below to find instructions on how to use them: Steel Whetstone Tabletop sharpener Steel Product Price Individual Henckels Sharpening Steel 23cm £15.61 * Henckels Sharpening Steel 26cm £21.73 Wusthof Sharpening Steel 26cm £29.72 Wusthof Sharpening Steel 32cm £35.80 Global ......Read More
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Guide to Sushi and Sashimi Knives
Japanese sushi and sashimi knives are steeped in centuries of tradition surrounding how they are made and the purpose to which they are put. There is a wide variety of knives out there, each designed for a specific job. Many of the knife styles are ......Read More
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Know Your Carving Knife History
Steel, Swordplay and Status: How Knives Came from the Battlefield to Our Kitchens Over the course of their working lives, professional chefs become intimately familiar with the knives in their kitchen, developing an understanding of their individual weight, balance, flexibility and effectiveness. However, many will not be ......Read More
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Book Competition
Be in with a chance of winning everything you need to complete your chalk designs with professional chalks and an inspiring book!the brilliant 'Complete Book of Chalk Lettering' by Valerie McKeehan will enable you to learn how to become an expert in creating and developing ......Read More
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10 Most Common Chef Knife Care Mistakes and How to Stop Making Them
Click on the following links to jump to the relevant sections: Using steel, ceramic or stone chopping boards Using the wrong knife for the wrong task Soaking the knife in the sink or washing it with other utensils Using the dishwasher Storing them in a drawer Not honing regularly enough Over sharpening Leaving ......Read More
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Frequently Asked Questions About Granton Edge Blades
Scalloped edges (also known as fluted or hollow edges) are a common feature on many kitchen knife blades; however, true Granton Edge knives are only manufactured by Granton Knifemakers in Sheffield. We answer some frequently asked questions about this unique blade below. Click on a link ......Read More
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Guide to Carving and Slicing Knives
Click on the following links to jump to the relevant sections: Carving and slicing knives facts box Price guide Best carving and slicing knives Sets How to perfectly carve a roast Carving and slicing knives FAQs Do I need a carving knife? What is the best knife for carving meat? How do you sharpen ......Read More
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Santoku Knives vs Chefs Knives
Which is the best choice for your food prep? Santoku knives and chef’s knives are the ‘go-to’ knives for many professional chefs as they are versatile enough to perform a range of tasks in the kitchen. Technically Santoku knives are a type of chef’s knife but ......Read More
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Filleting Knife Guide
Click on the links below to jump to the relevant sections: Handles Price Guides Sets Expert Tips How to sharpen a filleting knife Filleting facts Fish Availability A filleting knife is needed to perform three tasks with fish: Filleting Skinning De-boning The blade needs to be thin and flexible enough to easily separate meat from the bone ......Read More
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Boning Knife Guide
Best boning knives How to choose a boning knife Stiff V Flexible blades Can you use a boning knife for filleting? How to clean a boning knife Boning knife price guides Sets including boning knives Top Tips for Nose-to-Tail Cooking Boning knives have long, thin, flexible blades with a sharp tip to make ......Read More
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Top Tips and Advice from 3 Of Britain's Best Chefs
Life as a chef can be difficult, and the best way to progress is to take the advice from those who have been there before. So who better to provide that advice than three of the best chefs in Britain, each giving you great advice ......Read More
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FutureChef 2015
FutureChefWhat is Springboard's FutureChef? Springboard’s FutureChef is an exciting interactive programme of resources matched directly to the food-related curriculum in the UK. FutureChef provides pupils aged 12-16 years with access to, and direct support from, chefs & other hospitality professionals, bringing the industry alive in the ......Read More
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Skills for Chefs 2014 - A Passion to Inspire
Attention all Lecturers!!!There is still time to enter The Skills for Chefs Young Restaurant Team of the Year 2014Closing date is the 2nd April 2014 http://skillsforchefs.org.uk/competition/4551599061 - be Inspired !!! ( Please note Travel dates for the main Prize ) ......Read More