Do the Asian-style chef knives work well?
A. We like the santoku knife, but some designs in the United States have been lost in translation. An authentic santoku should rock on a curved blade, rather than landing flat on your cutting board. This makes life easier in the kitchen, and if you choke up on the knife and hold it on the top of the blade just above the handle you gain tremendous control. It may seem weird, but stick with it and you will be chopping like the pros in no time. Q. Even though I live in the sometimes-sunny Bay Area, there are times when it pours during rainy season or I just don t have time to barbecue on the grill. How can I get the same flavor and ease of cooking barbecue indoors without burning down the house? A. Everyone loves the flavor of great grilling, but no one wants to stand outside in the cold to get it. Purchase the Bobby Flay Reversible Cast-Iron Grill and enjoy indoor grilling year-round. Create as much ventilation as possible by opening a window or door because there won t be wind to blow a
