Knives & Tools

Featuring the best knives and tools in New Zealand

You don’t need to spend hours researching the best kitchen knives, tools and utensils. ArchiPro’s experts have already done the work for you. We have curated the tools necessary for every foodie’s kitchen with the help of New Zealand’s top suppliers. It means you can spend your time doing more of what you enjoy — making delicious meals to share with your loved ones.

Types of knives and tools

Chef's knife

The chef’s knife is a very versatile tool and can be used for most of your food preparation in the kitchen. It is perfect for cutting, slicing and dicing fruits, vegetables and meat. A knife that every home in New Zealand should have.

Paring knife

A paring knife can be used for chopping up fruits and vegetables but its small size and added precision mean it is also great for peeling, trimming and mincing foods.

Utility knife

Utility knives are also very versatile. They are larger than paring knives but they are more precise than chef’s knives. They are perfect for cutting up small-sized ingredients, thin cuts of meat and even bread.

Bread knife

Bread knives have a sharp serrated edge so that they can cut through the softest of breads without tearing them apart or crushing their shape. 

Cheese knife

Another speciality knife, cheese knives often have holes in the blade in order to reduce the space which soft and semi-soft cheeses can stick to.

Advantages of high-quality knives and tools

When shopping for knives in New Zealand, you might be tempted to buy a big knife block set. These can often be cheap and seem like a great deal, but typically comes at the expense of quality. Instead, invest in high-quality makes of the three to five key types of knives you need in the kitchen. The best knives will have a sharp edge that stays sharp longer, lasting an entire lifetime if you look after them. Cheap knives dull quickly and even present the danger of snapping. Avoid unexpected injuries by buying durable blades made by masters of their craft.

How to choose knives and tools that are right for you

Think about the average amount of time you spend cooking each week. If cooking is an activity you enjoy, then adding a set of high-quality knives to your kitchenware essentials is a no-brainer. Choosing and using knives for tasks they were designed for is essential to getting the best out of them. The type of food you prepare and cook will have a big influence on this. For example, if you know that you’re likely to cook fish then it’s worth adding specialty fish filleting knives to your collection. If you’re a big consumer of red meat, then some steak knives will definitely get good use.