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THE KNIFE RACK 1 8 KITCHENWARE NEWS & HOUSEWARES REVIEW ■ JUNE 2014 ■ www.kitchenwarenews.com BISBELL MAGNABLOC Why are uncompromising chefs and seasoned cooks immediately attracted to Bisbell Magnabloc® magnetic knife blocks? Magnabloc knife blocks offer a way to keep essential kitchen tools easily at hand while solving both space and safety issues. Constructed of high- quality oak and fully magnetic on both sides, Magnablocs are made with professional-quality magnets that maintain unfaltering attraction over time. These innovative knife blocks offer functional yet dynamic design for home kitchens, with clean lines that allow form to naturally co-exist with function. The Magnabloc Soft Touch is covered in a neoprene surface to keep scratching and marring to a minimum. The Magnabloc Original will hold 10 knives and will sell for $199.99. Magnabloc Soft Touch will hold 8 knives and will sell for $119.99. These high-end blocks, created by the originator of magnetic kitchen storage solutions, are available in July and come in elegant gift packaging. Ask your Roland sales representative for additional details. Bisbell 1.800.321.2226 www.bisbellusa.com Shun Signs Andrew Zimmern as Brand Ambassador Shun Cutlery, makers of handcrafted kitchen knives, has named James Beard Award- winning TV personality, chef, food writer, and teacher Andrew Zimmern as a digital partner for its fine Japanese cutlery. Zimmern will assist in promoting the Shun brand through his social media network and personal industry contacts. He will also be helping teach knife skills and knife care to his wide base of fans, followers, and viewers. "At Kai USA and Shun Cutlery, we are extremely pleased to welcome Andrew Zimmern as one of our Shun Brand Ambassadors," said Jack Igarashi, Chief of North American Operations, Kai USA, Ltd. "Chef Zimmern has long been a supporter of our fine cutlery and now we are happy to make him an official part of the Shun family." Zimmern is widely regarded as one of the most versatile and knowledgeable personalities in the food world. In May 2013, he won the prestigious James Beard Award for "Best Television Personality/Host" for the second time. This is in addition to his 2012 win for Best Television Program On Location. "Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern," the Travel Channel show he created, executive produces, and hosts, also took home two 2009 CableFax awards, one for Best Television Program: Food, another for Best Online Extras for Zimmern's Travel Channel web-series, "Bizarre Foods in the Kitchen." "We definitely took notice that Andrew Zimmern has been a fan of Shun products," said Chris Brooks, Marketing & Advertising Manager, Housewares. "Now we are excited to be working with him to educate even more people about the benefits, the use, and the care of our Shun handcrafted Japanese cutlery." According to Zimmern, "Several years ago my friend Chris Cosentino gave me a pair of his Shun Blue knives and I have been a devotee ever since. Shun is stylish, affordable and performs beautifully. I am looking forward to sharing what I know with the world of Shun fans and spreading the gospel of good food and great tools with those that are starting their food lives." Clearly A Better Knife Block: The Versatile Kuhn Rikon Knife Block Clear In the spirit of contemporary Swiss design, Kuhn Rikon introduces the Knife Block Clear, a cut above traditional knife blocks in versatility and style. Its flexible storage inlay allows you to store knives of various sizes, while the clear base showcases blades for quick knife selection. No more guessing which knife to select. The Kuhn Rikon Knife Block Clear safely stores your favorite knives and shears within easy reach, while protecting them f rom damage. It accommodates blades up to 8 inches long, keeping them visible within the clear block. A dramatic improvement over knife blocks with preset holes for specific blade sizes, the Knife Block Clear works with any kitchen knife collection, and the flexible blade separation protects blades perfectly. The simple, modern design, which coordinates with a variety of decorating styles, is tall and rectangular, with a small footprint. It is 8.5 inches wide, 2.75 inches deep and 8.25 inches tall. Rubber feet protect countertops and keep the block in place, even on slippery surfaces. The Kuhn Rikon Knife Block Clear has a detachable inlay and bottom for easy cleaning. It will be available for shipment June 2014, with a suggested retail price of $40. Kuhn Rikon is the #1 brand of Swiss cookware and cooks' tools, including an extensive collection of colorful knives that can be stored in the Knife Block Clear. For more information, contact info@kuhnrikon.com, call 800.662.5882, or visit www.kuhnrikon.com. TRINITY HOOK FROM WATTO DISTINCTIVE METAL WEAR The Triquetra or Trinity Wall Hook from WATTO Distinctive Metal Wear is a great way to add a little Celtic tradition to your home decor. The triquetra, Latin for "three cornered" also known as a triangle, was originally a religious symbol for the Holy Trinity. It has roots in both paganism and Christianity as well as origins in Irish Celtic art. In contemporary Irish tradition the triquetra symbolizes love, honor and protection when given to a loved one. The triquetra hook is completely made of steel by metal artist Jon WATTO Watson. Once the item is cut, it is hand ground and welded then powdered coated for a glossy finish. The WATTO named is hand stamped on the back of each hook. Suggested retail price is $26, and you can see it at the Las Vegas Gift & Home Market. WATTO Distinctive Metal Wear 520.546.2990 www.wattoonline.com