In her first cookbook, published in 2011, Global knives were among the kitchen essentials recommended by actress Gwyneth Paltrow. Made from thin stainless steel with a razor-sharp edge and a signature dotted handle for grip, I instantly recognized the Global Chef's Knife in Gwyneth's Instagram video recently.
I’m a private chef and I'm a fan like Gwyneth – these Japanese knives never leave my side in the kitchen. So, I was surprised (and delighted) to see that they are so heavily discounted today.
As someone who tests cookware and knives for a living, I’ve reviewed everything from the HexClad knife set adored by Gordon Ramsay and celebrities like Hailey Bieber to the luxe Japanese knives that Meghan Markle and Bobby Flay use.
And yet, for everyday cooking, I keep coming back to my humble Global chef knife. Made in Niigata, Japan, the lightweight balance makes it effortless to handle, even during long cooking sessions. I rarely have to sharpen it, and you don't need to be precious when cleaning the stainless steel (unlike some wood handle knives, which are beautiful, but require more TLC).
You can see the precise blade in action in the video below, as Gwyneth efficiently chopped garlic for a recipe, giving us a peek into her best non-toxic cookware collection, too.
Set in Gwyneth Paltrow's white kitchen, the video demonstrated the beauty of Japanese knives, as she chopped on an enormous Butcher block countertop (which also garnered a lot of attention in the comments).
Like many of her followers, I'm a huge fan of Gwyneth's modern farmhouse style and the high-quality products she uses to prepare her food and drink. I've also spotted that she uses the Technivorm Moccamaster to brew her coffee, featured in my guide best non-toxic coffee makers. Clearly she has great taste.
More of Gwyneth's favorite kitchen tools that are also chef-recommended
As a private chef and cookware tester, I'm always impressed by Gwyneth Paltrow's taste. I rate the below products as high-quality, durable items that should last decades of cookery.
If you don't have a built-in butcher block counter at home, you can easily recreate the effect with a John Boos cutting board. They are not only aesthetic, but enormously sturdy, lifetime investments that are sustainable and free from microplastics.
If you need more versatility, check out this Global set, which includes the 8-inch chef knife I use, a 5-inch utility knife, and a 3.5-inch paring knife for shaping and peeling. Each piece is designed for comfort and precision.
In another of Gwyneth's Instagram clips, she makes a Persian omelette in this iconic pan. As a chef, I can vouch for this premium ceramic non-stick. In my Made In review, I explain why it is the ideal surface for cooking delicate eggs without any stuck-on mess, or worse, chemical leaching.
As the saying goes, a chef is only as good as their knives. If you’re planning to entertain this season, it’s the one investment that will make chopping, mincing, and slicing a breeze, whether you’re prepping a simple breakfast or a full holiday feast.
If you're wondering if Japanese knives are worth the money, I've written a full guide detailing all the pros and cons. And if you want more Gwyneth, our trends editor, Hannah, recently rounded up all Gwyneth Paltrow's breakfast essentials (some of which came in under $15).
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