**Knife Review**

When it comes to choosing the perfect knife, there are many options available, ranging from budget-friendly to extremely expensive. In this review, we'll take a look at three knives that represent the opposite ends of the spectrum: the entry-level £90 knife, the mid-range option with a price tag of £33.99, and the high-end £89.50 option.

The entry-level knife caught our attention due to its beautifully weighted design, with a perfectly balanced handle and blade. The reviewer noted that this knife is all about the blade, with a nice feel and comfort to it. In contrast, the mid-range option has a more substantial build and features a grippy handle. Our reviewer appreciated the comfort of this knife, especially when chopping onions. However, they also emphasized the importance of finding a knife that feels comfortable in your hand.

The high-end knife was another standout option, with its sleek design and smooth cutting experience. The reviewer praised the ease with which it glided through food, even when chopping smaller ingredients like garlic. Despite being one of the most expensive options on the list, our reviewer felt that this knife is worth every penny.

**Chopping Boards Review**

When it comes to choosing a chopping board, there are many factors to consider, including material, size, and weight. In this review, we'll take a look at three chopping boards that represent different price points: £7.99 for a set of three bamboo boards, £33.99 for a larger, harder wooden board, and £89.50 for a solid teak board.

The cheapest option caught our attention due to its affordability and lightweight design. However, the reviewer noted that this board feels cheap in comparison to the others on the list. In contrast, the mid-range option features a durable and water-resistant wood that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. Our reviewer appreciated the space it provides for chopping and cutting, making it ideal for larger ingredients.

The high-end teak board was another standout option, with its solid construction and large surface area. The reviewer noted that this board is perfect for those who want to make a statement in their kitchen. Despite being one of the most expensive options on the list, our reviewer felt that this board is worth every penny due to its exceptional quality.

**Comparison and Advice**

When it comes to choosing between these two knives and chopping boards, our reviewer emphasized the importance of finding something that feels comfortable and functional. While there are many excellent options available at various price points, our reviewer advised against spending too much money on a single item, especially for those who don't plan to use it extensively.

In fact, our reviewer recommended opting for the mid-range option, which offers exceptional quality without breaking the bank. They also emphasized the importance of considering factors beyond just price, such as size and material. For example, a larger chopping board may be necessary for bigger ingredients or for those who prefer to work on a flat surface.

**Conclusion**

Ultimately, the choice between these two knives and chopping boards comes down to personal preference and budget. While there are many excellent options available, our reviewer emphasized the importance of finding something that feels comfortable and functional. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, taking the time to research and choose the right tools can make all the difference in your cooking experience.

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"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: en- Hey, welcome to Sorted.We're a bunch of mates in Londonlooking for the exceptional things in foodthat'll help make ourand you're lives that little bet better.In amongst constantly ribbing each other.Some of us are chefs.The rest of us, well, we're normalbut every video we make always startswith a suggestion from you guys.(hip hop music)Hello I'm Barry and this is Jamie.- And today we're actually dishing outreal consumer advice.- Useful.- Or not.- James and I have puttogether a selectionof basic kitchen equipment that we thinkare useful in the home,but you probably know by know we're chefs,which means we don'tthink like normal people.We've gathered a variety of stuffin each case a cheap optionand a more expensive optionand James in gonna getthe normals to test bothand see if spending theextra money is worth it.- Its really odd doing this withoutbeing nervous aboutwhat's underneath there.Or should I be?- You should be nervous.(bouncy music)- They're graters.- They are graters. Well done mate.- First up is the graterand we've got two options here,a box grater and a Microplane.In the kitchen we gratequite a lot of stuff.Might be grating potatoes or carrotsor cheese on the coarse graterbut then in the fine gratewe'll use things likecitrus and chocolate andnutmeg and ginger and garlic.Both are useful.- This is a reallyinteresting place to start.I think these things are ugly.They take up lots of space.I've got this one at home.Saying I've got one at home,I just think I stole it from Sorted.(Laughs)You left it at my housewhen we filmed that video.- That's still stealing,please return that.- The box grater is priced at £5.99and has four different sideseach with a different grater.- I hate this little grater.It does work but it's so small.Look at how much, ouch,look at how much getsstuck in the little bits.Look. That's my cheese.I paid for that cheese. Slices.Has anyone ever usedone of these box graterson that level.- It feels like good value,if you are gonna use a course grater.Which I think a lot ofpeople do, I just don't.- The Microplane is nearly £20and that has one measurement courseor fine if you want both,you need to buy two.- In terms of usability, Icould grate this one up here.Over here, down here, grateupside down if I wanted to.- He's so annoying.- Flexibility wise it works.Its got a lovely comfortable handle.- If I was in the shop, Iwould go straight for this.Even at a higher price cosit feels better quality.I reckon last longer.I think it'll was betterin the washing machinewhich is important for mecos I'm very lazy.- For me, once you'veovercome the cumbersomenessof the box grater, it'sactually pretty goodfor coarse grating, however,I would prefer a Microplane everyday.It's sharper, its moreergonomically designed,it's easy to store, there'sless wastage involvedand it lasts longer.- You can still slice.(electronic pop music)- This is a good one.- Yeah.- Tea towels.- Yay. Tea Towels.- Yes tea towel, not exactly excitingbut crucial, every kitchen needs oneand there's a huge price range.Today we've got two types.One is a professionalcatering tea towel, £2.30and the other is a highly designed,off white waffle thing.You get a pair for £27.- These feel lovelyand it feels like I'd have a pair for showand not use.- The label is leatherand it's stitched into it.I already hate it.- You hate it? How can you hate it?- Cos this is a Barry tea towel.- That's quite judgemental.- Don't make me wash up.- You wash them upfirst and then you dry them.There you go.- I'm on the edge of my seat.How about you Mike?- This is already a boring subject matterbeing made to look even more boring.- In my opinion tea towelis all about function.The professional cateringone is my choice every time.It doesn't start off asaesthetically pleasingbut it lasts a lot longer.You can wash it a higher temperatures,it doesn't change, it's more absorbentand a hell of a lot cheaper.- They're both doing the exact same job.It doesn't really matter the washing up,they're both doing the same job.It's when you stickthem in the dishwasher,how they come back in.Do those colors merge?- You mean the washing machine?Why would you need a teatowel that does anything elseother than dry?I don't think those look that bad.- These have been designed to looknicer and that's it.- Would you spend £27 on two of those?- I have done in the pastand I would never again.- If my wife came homeand said she'd spent £27on two tea towels, wewould be taking them back.- He'd be texting us.I'm so angry. No we can keepthem if you want darling.- Now I have a thingabout vegetable peelers.- It is impossible to get a good peeler.- They're all rubbish.- I couldn't tell you whichone was the expensive one.- Yeah. A peeler, pretty basic.Two here to consider.A stainless steel speed peeler at £1.19and a branded Y peeler witheasy grip handle at £5.99.- I've got a solution for you.- What.- Don't peel anything.- What about if you want mashed potato?- You just leave the skins on.I hate it. Its the worst job in the world.- Lets put this peeler to the test.(guitar pop music)The blade hasn't fallen off.- It's quite uncomfortable to hold.I can imagine--I get blisters quite easilyand after doing a fairfew of these since--- My hands review.- My hands are very sore hands.- What if we just put Jamie in this video?(Laughs)- Obviously a whole bunchof different vegetablesthat you could peel or ifyou haven't got a box grater,you could always doParmesan shavings with one.- Give the other one a goand now one nearly six times the price.- It does glide. It glidesa little bit easier.- It does look smooth.- That's great.- How quicker was that?- It'll still break. It'll still go duff.- How do you know? That'spurely speculative.- I've got through loads of peelersand I now don't care which one's whichcos they're gonna break no matter what.- I've had my peeler for 10 years.It's fantastic.- How much was your peeler?The one that you had at home.- £2.- £2!- Yeah. Really cheap.- How'd you maintain it?- I don't it's just still sharp.I think the cheaper oneis probably just as good.- What did I tell you.- Maybe it's (mumbles).- I couldn't be fussed,if I'm deadly honest.That is better to use and it's sharper.- Look, this is the side I started with,with the broken peeler and then that.- So much shinier.- Maybe that's just fool proof.- This is a dream.This will happily fulfillall of my peeling needsfor many years.- Worth the £6.- Six is that all?I would pay £10 for that becauseI've been hurt before by peelers.Well what could be under here.- I can see what it is already.- Firstly, love the colors.I think colors on knivesare an instant giveawaythat they're cheap.- Colored knives are the worst thing.- Lets talk chef's knives.Now this is something that'sgonna be your best friendin the kitchen and I reckonif you get a good one,you should be able to do 90%of all of your knife work with it.We've gone all out.Three options here.A five piece coloredstainless steel knife set,£11.90 for all five.This one is a Mercer eight inch,stainless steel forged chefs knife, £32and the top end is asix inch Wustoff classicchefs knife. £90.- I think it's worth spendinga little bit of money,you don't have to spend a lot of moneybut it's worth spending alittle bit of money on a knife.- Even just by pickingthese two knives up,I know these are the oppositeends of the spectrum.That is so nicely weighted.The handle versus the bladegives you a really nice balance.This is all blade.- All nicer.- That feels nice.- It's alright isn't it.- It's got, that handle's really grippy.- Chefs knives is something you'vegot to be comfortable with.For me, six inches is fine,maybe as much as eight.I have got a 10 inch in the cupboard.I barely use it, it's just too big.(Laughs)- Here's some salad.Hang on a second what you looking for?- I'm looking for a chopping board.- Hold that thought becauselet's pack a two in a one.- And lastly, chopping boards.Pretty key now that you'vegot your knives sorted.The lower end of ourthree is a set of three,bamboo chopping boards.£7.99 for all three.In the middle a largerectangular chopping boardof hard, durable and waterresistant wood. £33.99,and at the top end a solid teak,large chopping board. £89.50.- Looks wise this is a statement.If you've got this onyou're kitchen worktop,somebody walks in, theyknow you are serious,and then you go and put that on itand you go hold up.(Laughs)I'm not putting much pressure on there.- I like that, that feelsgood, that feels alright.- The board, it feels cheap.- I'd like a Julien please.- Please no.- That is a world apart.I can't explain to you.I'm not even leaning.That is such a nice cutting experience.- You like that?- I do.- I have got shocking Julien skillsand I don't think that's half bad.The most expensive one felt easy to use,it was a lot more satisfying.- You could cut your whole finger offand not even realize it, it's that smooth.- You can get an amazing knife for £30.- I wanna be controversial for a secondand I wanna say that having choppedthat other half an onion,my favorite knife sofar is the middle knife.That is so easy to cut with.- Surely a chopping board isa chopping board is it not?- Its about size.It's nice to cut on chopping board,where you have a lot of space.- When picking a board, Iwould always go for the biggestand heaviest one that A, I can affordand B it won't look toosilly in my kitchen.The reason being it gives youplenty of space to work,it doesn't slip around too muchand some would argue that makesit more difficult to cleanif you can't fit it into the sinkand that's why prefer one withoutthe little gully ordrainage around the outside.- Cos it's heavier,that stays on the table.It doesn't move around.- You're spreading out a lot more.- Yeah. If the room's there, I'll use itbut you need a big kitchenif you're gonna have this.- I'm the kind of person who chopsor dices and onion andsome garlic and whateverand then picks the board upand puts into the pan.- Too big.- I can only do that with that one.I couldn't do that with this oneeven though I have massive guns.- Would you buy it?- I would buy that.- And the knife?- I would buy the middle one,but what I would say is you would buy itand never think abouthaving to replace it againin the next few years.- I'd get the mid range knife myselfand I'd buy a nice board.- When you use something as oftenas a knife or a chopping board,it's worth spending decent moneyand getting something that's decent,but you don't have to go extreme.- Comment down below ifyou wanna hear our chefsgive some more advice for you guys.- If you haven't already,make sure you're subscribed.Make sure you've clickedthe bell to get notifiedand we will see you every Wednesday,every Sunday at 4 p.m.- Goodbye.- Lets go be useful somewhere else.- No stop I don't like it.- Lets do DIY.- As we mentioned,sorted is just run by a group of friends,so if you like what we're doingthen there are loads ofways that you can support usand get more involved.Everything you need toknow is linked below.Thanks and see you in a few days.- I do have a bet of a soft spotfor the whole leather.- I like a leather label.- That's nice.\n"