Posts by KMSTL

Though not the same as an in-person class, I've really learned a lot so far from watching the videos at rouxbe.com.  They have 70+ videos on techniques and then have many video recipes as well.  As a beginner I really...

One thing to check is that you are not burning the meat or the fond. If it goes from browned to "burnt" it will make the dish bitter tasting. When you say "sour" it could be the same thing?  I'm pretty new to this type of cooking...

The grocery stores near me sell "roasting" chickens which are bigger (more mature) and "fryer" chickens, which are younger, and smaller. I believe the "roasting" chicken meat is supposed to be a bit more flavorful.  But you can...

Thanks Phaedrus,   So diamond plates for a given grit work as well as natural stones? I would assume this is the million dollar question. Diamond plates wear slower than natural stones and don't need flattening? Can the grit...

Just had to let that out.   :)

Right now I'm leaning strongly towards getting the MAC Pro simply because that knife has a lot more history than the new Richmond Addict 2. It sounds like the MAC Pro is a good gateway knife into Japanese knives as well. So starting...

Ok, based on what I'm understanding, here is what I'm thinking for my shopping list.   EP Apex Custom Chosera kit. -- I can live without the pro, and I do think the Chosera kit offers a good buy in stones. 5 stones for...

Before I buy anything I'm trying to envision the entire sharpening process and figure out what all is needed.   I didn't see this all pulled together on any previous posts so I thought it might be helpful to others down the...

Thanks Phaedrus, the propeller-head comment made my wife's day. Probably due to the truth in it.     Quote: The Apex would certainly be all you'd ever "need" but if you're anything like me, just knowing there's a...

My price range is pretty flexible. I could spend $1000 every other year on knives without any issues. Though I'm hoping with proper care and being happy with my choices I don't need to. My big spending vice is my gaming pc/home theatre...