GH Institute

All Kitchenware

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  Review of Wusthof Classic chefs knife

  Features

  20cm blade, 11.5cm synthetic riveted handle, full tang (blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe. 

  Comments

  Good Points; A more weighty knife, it sliced through a range of foods with ease, this knife scored full marks for resistance when dropped and survived the dishwasher test with only slight water marks, this knife also scored among the highest for resistance to wear. 

  Draw Backs; More suitable for a more experienced cook due to its thick blade and handle.

  Rating: 86/100

  Price Range: £89 - 91

  Stockist: 01782 572910 - http://www.inthehaus.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

  
  

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  Review of Robert Welch Signature chefs knife

  Features

  18cm blade, 12cm synthetic handle, full tang (blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe.

  Comments

  Good Points; Comfortable, easy to control and slightly more feminine than other knives tested. It scored full makes for resistance to dropping and amongst the highest for retained blade sharpness.

  Draw Backs; Although labelled dishwasher safe there was slight discolouring to handle after repeated washing and a few water marks were visible on the blade. Some testers found the handle a little slippery.

  Rating: 83/100

  Price: £38

  Stockist: 01386 840522 - http://www.robertwelch.com

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Ikea 365+ chefs knife

  Features

  17cm blade, 14cm plastic handle, half tang (blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe.

  Comments

  Good Points; This knife has an excellent non-slip handle (even with wet hands), Scored highly on the dishwasher test with only slight water marks visible on the edges, received full marks for resistance to dropping and was on a par with the overall winner for sharpness.

  Draw Backs; Slightly front heavy and some testers found they banged their knuckles when cutting over the board due to its low height. 

  Rating: 82/100

  Price: £8.99

  Stockist: 08453 583363 - http://www.ikea.com/gb/en

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of I.O. Shen Mastergrade Chefs knife

  Features

  21cm blade, 11cm plastic riveted handle, full tang(blade extension into handle); not dishwasher safe

  Comments

  Good Points; This knife's unusual handle design gives it added strength achieving top marks for resistance to dropping, and obtaining high scores for prolonged sharpness. This knife sliced cleanly through all food.

  Draw Backs; Some testers felt the handle was too angular and chunky for comfort, became badly watermarked during dishwasher testing.

  Rating: 80/100

  Price: £69.95

  Stockist: 01869 357700 - http://www.ioshenonline.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Anolon- Raymond Blanc chefs knife

  Features

  20cm blade, 12cm plastic handle, full tang (blade extension into handle); not dishwasher safe

  Comments

  Good Points; Comfortable good grip, Scored above average for sharpness.

  Draw Backs; A little bulky and cumbersome. Slight cracking around the handle after drop test and water damage after dishwasher test.

  Rating: 74/100

  Price: £30

  Stockist: 0151 4828000 - http://www.meyergroup.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Zwillings & J.A. Henckles 4* Chefs knife

  Features

  20cm blade, 11.5cm plastic handle, full tang(blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe at 55'c.

  Comments

  Good Points; Weighty, quality design, smooth grip and good blade shape.

  Draw Backs; More suited for a serious cook as the thick blade makes it difficult to manoeuvre. Scored average results for blade sharpness. 

  Rating: 74/100

  Price Range: £71.99 - 79

  Stockist: 0845 2621731 - http://www.shop.zwilling.com/uk

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of John Lewis chefs knife

  Features

  15cm blade, 12cm metal handle, full tang(blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe

  Comments

  Good Points; Lightweight, only light water watermarks after dishwasher tests.

  Draw Backs; Lacks initial sharpness, failed to score for prolonged sharpness.

  Rating: 74/100

  Price: £16

  Stockist: 0845 6049049 - http://www.johnlewis.com

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Pro-Balance chefs knife

  Features

  18cm blade, 12cm metal handle, full tang  (blade extension into handle), not dishwasher safe. Adjustable handle weight.

  Comments

  Good Points;Comfortable handle, narrow blade and handle, lightweight. Achieved good scores for sharpness.

  Draw Backs; Let down by dishwasher results - slight rust and water marks after repeat tests.

  Rating: 73/100

  Price: £75

  Stockist: 0114 2756700

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Kitchen Devils chefs knife

  Features

  19.5cm blade, 15cm plastic handle, half tang(blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe

  Comments

  Good Points; Very Lightweight.

  Draw backs; poor initial sharpness and only average sharpness over time.

  Rating: 67/100

  Price Range: £7.99 - 10.99

  Stockist: 01656 655595 - http://www.kitchendevils.com

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Masterclass Contoro chefs knife

  Features

  20cm blade, 13cm plastic handle, full tang (blade extension into handle); dishwasher safe.

  Comments

  Good points; Soft handle, easy grip, quite bulky. Good resistance to dropping.

  Draw backs; Failed to score in the prolonged sharpness test.

  Rating: 61/100

  Price: £15

  Stockist: http://www.kitchencraft.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - August 2010

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  Review of Jamie Oliver Professional Series silicone bakeware

  Features

  Loaf mould 25 x 15cm £16. Sandwich mould 26cm £16. 12 cup muffin mould £20. Tart mould 24cm £16. Max temp: 250°. Min temp: -40°

  Comments

  This is the only range we tested which has stainless steel reinforcing rings at the top and at the bottom (depending on style). These help you handle the silicone without it collapsing and keep heavy food mixtures such as bread dough in shape, the double rings on the cake mould make it really easy to push the baked cakes out from underneath. There was some sticking after 20 dishwasher tests, a light greasing is needed. A good range of shapes and sizes are available.

  Rating: 92/100

  Price Range: £16 - 20

  Stockist: 0845 602 1454 - http://www.tefal.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - October 2008

  
  

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  Review of Mastrad silicone bakeware

  Features

  Loaf pan 7 x 11.5 x 25cm £15.27. Flan pan (round) 27cm £15.27. Cake pan (round) 20cm £15.27. 6 cup muffin mould £15.27. Square cake pan 23 x 23cm £15.27. Baking sheet £15.27. Cake cases £15.27. Max temp: 220°Min temp: -40°

  Comments

  The textured, reinforced handles make it easier to grip but it needs a baking tray underneath to aid handling when full of mixture which will make it easier to place in and remove from the oven. There was some sticking after 20 dishwasher tests, light greasing is needed. A wide range of colours and shapes are available.

  Rating: 84/100

  Price Range: £4 - 22

  Stockist: 01480 414480 - http://www.mastrad.fr

  GHI Test Report - October 2008

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  Review of John Lewis Instant Release flexible bakeware

  Features

  Loaf mould 23 x 10.5 x 6cm £10. Round mould 24cm / 9.5 inches £11.12 cup bun mould £10. Square mould 20 x 20 x 6cm £10. Max temp: 260°. Min temp: -60°

  Comments

  Very floppy to use, a metal tray underneath is a must. There was some sticking of cakes and muffins after 20 dishwasher tests and a light greasing is necessary.

  Rating: 83/100

  Price Range: £10 - 11

  Stockist: 08456 049049 - http://www.johnlewis.com

  GHI Test Report - October 2008

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  Reveiw of Epicurean KS chopping board

  Features

  Wood fibre. 15x11cm - oblong. 844g. Built in handle. Heat resistant to 350°C. Reversible.

  Comments

  Stylish black lightweight board with built-in handle. Poor stability and slides in use.

  Rating: 75/100

  Price: £26

  Stockist: 08452 300681 - http://www.topgourmet.co.uk

  GHI Test Report - January 2007