Beneficial Products for the Great Outdoors

Looking for some products that will make your next outdoor excursion a little easier or better? Check these out.
environmentally friendly sunscreen
Price: $5.99 +
When adventuring outside, number one thing is to have sunscreen on. Rubber Ducky, whose motto is “just like water off of a duck’s back” has been cruelty-free since 1984 and chemical-free since 2013. The sunscreen, which is formulated and made in the USA, is eight hours water resistant—you can actually see the water bead up and not soak in. However, please be careful, as some of it is tinted- I have never used a tinted sunblock, I don’t use makeup, and I didn’t know there was any such thing. The one that says “for faces” is tinted, and is REALLY tinted. It will turn your face, neck, hands, and anything else you touch a bizarre pinkish-brownish color, and it gets all over anything you touch for the rest of the day. Your clothes, bra, bathing suit, car seats- it’s a literal hot mess if you aren’t expecting it. Which I wasn’t. We all went to put it on our faces- and we then spent the rest of the day trying to get it off ourselves. The clothes did come clean after several treatments and washes in the machine, so at least there is that! I am going to read the labels much more carefully from now on- I always look for SPF, sustainability, reef safety, and to make sure it hasn’t been tested on animals- now I will add to read to make sure it ISN’T tinted, LOL. That’s a mistake I hope to only make once! If you like tinted sunblock, there you go. If you don’t, learn from my stupidity, haha- what a disaster.
pirani cup
Price: $24.95
Nothing beats kicking back in the sunshine and enjoying your favorite beverage and Pirani’s insulated reusable tumblers are the perfect vessel to drink out of.  The only reusable cup you’ll need, Pirani is perfect for hot or cold drinks, Pirani is:
Easily Stackable – perfect for storing or packing on the go
Skinny Walled Triple Insulation – Keeps your drinks at a perfect temperature without a sweaty mess!
Leak-proof and indestructible lid (no sand in your drink), premium quality 18/8 stainless steel, powder-coated finish and lifetime warranty
Dishwasher safe and unbreakable. The “dishwasher safe” part is really great- so many of these types of reusable cups can’t go into the dishwasher, which is pretty inconvenient. Small problems overall, but they keep the item from being used as much as you might otherwise because it’s just not as easy as the rest.
Pirani Life strives to maintain this momentum of sustainability moving forward and pledges to design products that will help reduce single-use plastic. Reducing single use anything is so important.
pre packaged vegan food
Price: $3.99 per pouch
Cooking outdoors? Make it easy with BeanVIVO’s ready-to-eat organic beans in convenient pouches. Pre-cooked, you can heat them up on the campfire stove (or if you’re glamping, microwave) and in no time you can have scrumptious black beans, coconut curry chickpeas, three bean vegan chili, or refried pinto beans. High in protein, these beans are rich in healthy macro and micronutrients. They are chock full of fiber, which helps you feel satisfied while you are on-the-go. My husband really loves these- we all liked them, but he loved them and ordered more already.

Focus Focus! Vitamin by KalaVita

I take vitamins and supplements for quite a few different purposes, including one for my hair, skin, and nails (combination vitamin for me). As I get older, and after having kids, your skin and hair and nails can become thin, brittle, easy to damage and hard to heal. Dull. Prone to breaks (hair and nails) and wrinkles, dry and/or oily patches, and just thinner skin in general (which is a main reason why your skin wrinkles).

I just tried these new chews (think gummies) that are also said to improve brain function, as well as improve energy levels. They taste nice- like a gummy bear without the over the top sweetness. I take them as the last supplement, since they can get rid of that weird aftertaste some vitamins leave in your mouth. Sort of like a palate cleanser in a way.

Focus Focus! by KalaVita; delicious vegan gummies powered by nature, with no artificial flavors, sugar-free and gluten-free.

hair skin and nails vitamins

Focus Focus! Promotes focus & concentration, with ingredients like L-Theanine, an amino acid naturally found in tea leaves, it keeps you calm, regulated, and clear for lift-off, and Neumentix, a clinically proven ingredient from patented spearmint lines to support focus during the day without disrupting sleep at night.

We know that you wouldn’t recommend to your audience something that you haven’t tried or thoroughly researched before. That’s why we’d love to send you some Focus Focus! samples, to you for trying them and include them in one of your future listicles, or stories. We want to connect you and your audience with KalaVita’s value of optimizing their daily health and wellness with innovation, simplicity, and delight.

More Information, via the website

  • Help improve concentration, memory, and cognitive function, without the caffeine jitters or 3 PM slump
  • Formulated with Neumentix™ to improve focus, memory, and cognitive functions; Guarana extract and L-Theanine to sharpen concentration and boost energy level
  • Best 0-sugar caffeine alternative

Try it out and see what you think of it- you might find something you’d like to add to your health and beauty arsenal.

Watermelon Vegan Sleep Solution Launched: CBD+CBN Gummies

cbd sleep

Having trouble sleeping? All natural CBD is a great way to help you get some sleep, and it’s non habit forming as well. Inflamade provides a natural health solution to those in the athletic and abilities communities with ParabenFree CBD Creams that have over 20+ uses, amongst its drug test safe CBD oils.

Their latest product Deep Sleep CBD + CBN Vegan Gummies combines the power of CBD + CBN – and works to put your mind at ease and sleep throughout the night. With 20mg CBD + 5mg CBN, and 3mg Melatonin per watermelon gummy, products are lab tested to ensure 0% THC and 100% Drug Test Safe.

CBD sleep

The compounds CBD and CBN have different impacts on the body, but when combined, they aid in alleviating restless nights and insomnia.

CBD is the most-widely used compound of the two and is found in cannabis and hemp plants. Its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties can be added to everything from beauty products, to food, to tinctures here at Inflamade

CBN is less-widely used and this is due to less research on the compound’s benefits and side effects. In recent years, its popularity has continued to grow due to its potential benefits in aiding sleep and alleviating pain.

These new CBD + CBN gummies are engineered to help with REM sleep. Plus, Melatonin is also good for inducing sleep as well as healing and relieving pain. According to the National Pain Report, melatonin may reduce pain and insomnia in patients suffering from fibromyalgia, a natural hormone that helps the body regulate sleep and wake cycles.

Vegan, gluten free and made with the highest quality CO2 extracted CBD – working naturally with your bodiesInflamade CBD gummies aim to help the body with pain and discomfort, enhancing the healing process to soothe joint and muscle discomfort.

Inflamade.com ships directly to your doorstep, with free shipping in the USA. Retailing at $70 for 30 gummies. 

Check out https://inflamade.com to see the full range of products, and choose the one(s) that are right for you.

Looking to Spice Up Your Cooking?

Looking to shake things up in the kitchen? Check out these spices, rubs, and foodie finds.

steak rub

Rainier Foods

Price: $3.99 – $44.99

chicken rub

Rainier Foods is the maker of delicious premium spice blends. From vegetables to chicken, pork, beef, seafood, and snacks, they have the right seasoning for any recipe. Bulk rubs are also available. A family-owned business located in the shadow of Mt. Rainier in Washington, they source the finest ingredients, with all products made locally to ensure the best quality from the Pacific Northwest. The brand proudly donates 1% of sales to the Washington National Park Fund. Also available on Amazon.

Stemple Creek Ranch knows the importance of family time and brings folks together for a quality meal no matter the occasion. Add it to the menu for your next family meal. The family-owned brand is leading the way in regenerative agriculture while offering premium meats that are often served in Michelin star restaurants. Families nationwide can enjoy these delicious offerings delivered right to their doorsteps for them to easily prepare on their own. They are strong believers that grass-fed and grass-finished animals make the best selections for their customers. Making it the perfect meat to grill up with friends and family.
farm to table
Price: 16oz – $5.99 | 3lb – $14.99
Lefty’s legendary Fish N’ Chicken Mix fry batter adds some Southern flair to any meal. The ultimate spicy addition to your Super Bowl feast. The bold flavors marry perfectly with poultry, pork, seafood, and vegetables. Set out to make flavorful food made with quality ingredients, and once you try their fry mix you will be left wanting to indulge. Also available on Amazon and select Sam’s Club, Kroger, Publix, and Safeway retailers in the DMV region.
hot sauce rub marinade
Price: Varies
When Veteran Dennis Butterworth set out to compete in a BBQ competition just for fun, little did he know it would eventually lead to a brand that offers premium products with a touch of goodwill. Meet WarPig BBQ. Their BBQ sauces will leave you feeling good all-around. Be sure to add them to your favorite meat. A portion of proceeds from their BBQ sauces and rubs are donated to Veterans organizations.

WIN! Disney, Nike, Lego, Google series by Lowey Bundy Sichol

Idea Makers shares the incredible stories of 15 women who changed the world through their entrepreneurship. Author Lowey Bundy Sichol presents five industries that women are leading in recent years: food, fashion and clothing, health and beauty, science and technology, and education.

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Jenn Hyman brought couture fashion to everyday women with her idea to Rent the Runway. Morgan DeBaun supports Black journalists through Blavity. And Sandra Oh Lin is inspiring kids everywhere with KiwiCo activity boxes.

Readers learn about how the women featured risked their early careers, gave up their salaries, and sometimes even went against the approval of their families to follow their passions and start their own businesses. Today, these women are modern leaders worth billions of dollars and employing tens of thousands of individuals, including Kathleen King (Tate’s Cookies), Christina Tosi (Milk Bar), Payal Kadakia (ClassPass), Alli Webb (Drybar), Anne Wojcicki (23andMe), Sandra Oh Lin (KiwiCo), Reshma Saujani (Girls Who Code), and Jenn Hyman (Rent the Runway).

Young women today are embracing innovation and idea making, and the women profiled in Idea Makers will show them how that can change the world.

The From an Idea to… series by Lowey Bundy Sichol, MBA, is the world’s first entrepreneurship biographies for kids, introducing them to business and entrepreneurship and inspiring them to become entrepreneurs, business leaders, and problem solvers themselves through grit and passion.

Ever wonder how Nike became the athletics empire it is today? From an Idea to Nike digs into the marketing campaigns and strategy that turned this running-shoe company into the outfitter for many athletes as well as the iconic American brand. With infographics and engaging visuals throughout, this behind-the-scenes look into the historical and business side of Nike will be an invaluable resource for kids interested in what makes this business run. Find out where the name Nike came from and how the famous swoosh became the signature logo. Learn about the company’s first marketing campaign with a star athlete. (Hint: It wasn’t Michael Jordan!) Explore the ways Nike expanded marketing from running to basketball, soccer, golf, and beyond!

From an Idea to Lego is a behind-the-bricks look into the world’s famous toy company, with humorous black & white illustrations throughout.

Today, LEGO is one of the biggest toy companies in the world, but a long time ago, a Danish carpenter, Ole Kirk Christiansen, started with just an idea. Find out more about LEGO’s origins, those famous bricks, and their other inventive toys and movie ventures in this illustrated nonfiction book! Find out the origin the name “LEGO.” (Hint: it combines two Danish words.) See how LEGO grew from a carpentry shop to a multi-platform toy company. Discover how LEGO bricks are made and how they came up with their design.

From an Idea to Disney is a behind-the-movie-screen look into the history, business, and brand of the world’s largest entertainment empire. With humorous black & white illustrations throughout, learn about the company behind the world’s favorite mouse, Mickey!

Today, the Walt Disney Company is the biggest entertainment company in the world with theme parks, TV shows, movie studios, merchandise, the most recognizable cartoon character in the world, Mickey Mouse. But a long time ago, brothers Walt and Roy Disney started out with just an idea. Find out what Walt first intended to name his famous mouse. (Hint: It wasn’t Mickey!) Discover behind-the-scenes magic of how Walt Disney World is run. Explore the ways the Disney expanded its brand from a little mouse into media, merchandise, and more!

From an Idea to Google is a behind-the-computer-screen look into the history, business, and brand of the world’s largest search engine. With humorous black & white illustrations throughout, learn about the company that even earned its own catchphrase: Google it!

Today, Google is the number one internet search engine and the most visited website in the world. But a long time ago, two college friends, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, started out with just an idea. Find out where the name “Google” came from. (Hint: It involves a LOT of zeros!) Discover how Google became the fastest and most popular internet search engine of all time. Explore how Google transformed from a tiny startup (in someone’s garage!) into one of the most powerful companies in the world.

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Lowey Bundy Sichol (her last name rhymes with pickle) is an award-winning children’s author with an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. She is a leading expert in teaching business and entrepreneurship to kids. Lowey’s nonfiction series, From an Idea to… is the world’s first business and entrepreneurship book series for kids, and has received a 2020 Best STEM Book, a Junior Library Guild Gold Selection, and a 2020 ILA-CBC Children’s Choices Book, among others. She is also the founder of Kids Idea Tank, the nation’s biggest entrepreneurship competition for kids age 13 and younger. She lives near Chicago, Illinois. Visit her online at www.loweybundysichol.com.

 

Feel free to enter to win using the RC form below. Ends 4/14/2022

  • US/Can only

Winner will receive:

  • Idea Makers: 15 Fearless Female Entrepreneurs by Lowey Bundy Sichol (Chicago Review Press; 3/1/22; ISBN: 978-1641606745; Hardcover $16.99; 224 pages; Ages 12+)
  • all 4 titles in the From An Idea To… series (Clarion Books; Ages 10-12; Paperback $6.99; illustrated by C.S. Jennings)
  • From An Idea To Lego: The Building Bricks Behind the World’s Largest Toy Company (ISBN: 978-1328954947)
  • From An Idea To Nike: How Marketing Made Nike a Global Success (ISBN: 978-1328453631)
  • From An Idea To Google: How Innovation at Google Changed the World (ISBN: 978-1328954923)
  • From An Idea To Disney: How Imagination Built a World of Magic (ISBN: 978-1328453617)

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Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month With These Books

These books from Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing are perfect for celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Check out the following suggestions based on your child(ren)’s ages. Each month, try to expand your children’s horizons (and perhaps your own) with different authors, cultures, gender, religions- in short, points of view that might be different from your own. There is a lot to learn, and many different points of view to learn it from. S&S gives really great suggestions monthly based on your favorite topics or what age child you have- check out the website and see what is going on from month to month. You can subscribe to the newsletter as well to stay in the loop.

Books for young readers to celebrate AAPI Month

AMY WU AND THE WARM WELCOME

By Kat Zhang; Illustrated by Charlene Chua

5/3/22 | ISBN 9781534497351 | Ages 4-8

Amy Wu does her best to make her new classmate feel welcome in this warmhearted and playfully illustrated follow-up picture book to Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao and Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon.

asian american books

LIZZY AND THE CLOUD

By Terry Fan and Eric Fan

5/3/22 | ISBN 9781534483170 | Ages 4-8

From the critically acclaimed, award-winning creators of Ocean Meets Sky and The Night Gardener comes a whimsical and sweet tale of a young girl who cares for her pet cloud as it grows.

asian american books

MINDY KIM AND THE FAIRY-TALE WEDDING

By Lyla Lee; Illustrated by Dung Ho

4/5/22 | ISBN 9781534489004 | Ages 6-9

Fresh off the Boat meets Junie B. Jones in this adorable chapter book series following Mindy Kim, a young Asian American girl—in this seventh novel, Mindy’s dad and Julie get married.

KATHA CHEST

By Radhiah Chowdhury; Illustrated by Lavanya Naidu

3/1/22 | ISBN 9781665903905 | Ages 4-8

Reminiscent of Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow’s Mommy’s Khimar, this beautifully woven tale about the bonds of love, culture, and memory follows a young girl learning about her family history through her grandmother’s katha chest.

GERALDINE PU AND HER CAT, TOO

By Maggie P. Chang

1/18/22| ISBN 9781534484719 | Ages 6-8

Spunky, funny, and friendly Geraldine Pu gets ready for picture day in this second book in this Level 3 Ready-to-Read Graphics series!

 

Adventures for Middle Grade readers

ZACHARY YING AND THE DRAGON EMPEROR

By Xiran Jay Zhao

5/10/22 | ISBN 9781665900706 | Ages 8-12

Percy Jackson meets Tristan Strong in this hilarious, action-packed middle grade contemporary fantasy that follows a young boy as he journeys across China to seal the underworld shut and save the mortal realm.

asian american books

LIA PARK AND THE MISSING JEWEL

By Jenna Yoon

5/3/22 | ISBN 9781534487932 | Ages 8-12

Perfect for fans of the Storm Runner and Aru Shah series, this thrilling middle grade fantasy follows a young girl who must venture to the undersea kingdom of the Dragon King in Korea to save her parents from an evil diviner spirit.

NEW FROM HERE

By Kelly Yang

3/1/22| ISBN 9781534488304 | Ages 8-12

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes a poignant middle grade novel about courage, hope, and resilience as an Asian American boy fights to keep his family together and stand up to racism during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus.

AMINA’S SONG

By Hena Khan

3/9/21| ISBN 9781534459885 | Ages 8-12

In the companion novel to the beloved and award-winning Amina’s Voice, Amina once again uses her voice to bridge the places, people, and communities she loves—this time across continents.

 

Gripping Young Adult reads by and about Asian-Americans

 

MADE IN KOREA Paperback

By Rebecca Kim Wells

5/24/22 | ISBN 9781534474383 | Ages 12 and up

Frankly in Love meets Shark Tank in this feel-good romantic comedy about two entrepreneurial Korean American teens who butt heads—and maybe fall in love—while running competing Korean beauty businesses at their high school.

BRIGHT

By Jessica Jung

5/10/22| ISBN 9781534462540 | Ages 14 and up

The sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller ShineCrazy Rich Asians meets Gossip Girl in this knockout series from Jessica Jung, K-pop legend, fashion icon, and founder of the international luxury brand, Blanc & Eclare.

SHINE Paperback

By Jessica Jung

5/10/22 | ISBN 9781534462526 | Ages 14 and up

Crazy Rich Asians meets Gossip Girl by way of Jenny Han in this knockout debut about a Korean American teen who is thrust into the competitive, technicolor world of K-pop, from Jessica Jung, K-pop legend and former lead singer of one of the most influential K-pop girl groups of all time, Girls’ Generation.

asian american books

QUEEN OF THE TILES

By Hanna Alkaf

4/19/22 | ISBN 9781534494558 | Ages 12 and up

They Wish They Were Us meets The Queen’s Gambit in the world of competitive Scrabble when a teen girl is forced to investigate the mysterious death of her best friend a year after the fact when her Instagram comes back to life with cryptic posts and messages.

ALL THE RIGHT REASONS

By Bethany Mangle

2/15/22 | ISBN 9781534499034 | Ages 14 and up

The Bachelor meets Gilmore Girls in this laugh-out-loud young adult romance about a girl who joins her mother on a reality dating show for single parents—only to fall for a contestant’s son.

asian american books

PHO LOVE STORY Paperback

By Loan Le

date| ISBN 9781534441941| Ages 12 and up

When Dimple Met Rishi meets Ugly Delicious in this funny, smart romantic comedy, in which two Vietnamese American teens fall in love and must navigate their newfound relationship amid their families’ age-old feud about their competing, neighboring restaurants.

OUR VIOLENT ENDS

By Chloe Gong

11/16/21| ISBN 9781534457720 | Ages 14 and up

Shanghai is under siege in this captivating and searingly romantic sequel to These Violent Delights, which New York Times bestselling author Natasha Ngan calls “deliciously dark.”

BRIAR GIRLS

By Rebecca Kim Wells

11/16/21 | ISBN 9781534488427 | Ages 14 and up

The Cruel Prince meets A Curse So Dark and Lonely in this epic reimagining of “The Sleeping Beauty” that follows a teen girl on a quest to wake a sleeping princess in an enchanted forest, while searching for the truth behind her own deadly curse.

RENT A BOYFRIEND Paperback

By Gloria Chao

11/09/21 | ISBN 9781534462465 | Ages 12 and up

To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before meets The Farewell in this “entertaining and nuanced” (Kirkus Reviews) romantic comedy about a college student who hires a fake boyfriend to appease her traditional Taiwanese parents, to disastrous results, from the acclaimed author of American Panda.

STORM THE EARTH Paperback

By Rebecca Kim Wells

11/02/21| ISBN 9781534454484 | Ages 14 and up

Maren and her girlfriend Kaia set out to rescue Sev and free the dragons from the corrupt emperor in the explosive finale to the journey that began with Shatter the Sky.

New and Interesting Gifts for Mother this Year #MothersDay

Wondering what to get your mom this year? Tired of the same old, same old? Here are some new and interesting ideas to check out.

video card

Heirloom Video Books

Upgrade your greeting cards to a whole new level this year- don’t send mom a bland drug store card, try something new. Plus, it’s fun to make with the kids for grandma. Heirloom allows you to create custom video books to send to someone you love. It is fast, easy, and personal- you will want to make more for different occasions. To get started, just select videos in the Heirloom app or directly on sendheirloom.com. Once completed, Heirloom will ship your video book directly to the recipient. Each book comes fully charged and videos play automatically when the cover is opened. Heirloom is on a mission to make it possible for special moments to be shared with family and friends. A wonderful gift for birthdays, Holidays, sharing baby’s first moments, weddings, and so much more.
Available on Uncommon Goods
Price: 10-Minute Book $49, 20-Minute Book $69, Add a gift box for $15
coffee skin scrub
Coconut Rum- Your gateway to the Caribbean
This Coconut Rum Coffee Scrub has exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties that may improve blood flow and remove old flaky skin. Loaded with antioxidants, it prevents wrinkles, cellulite, and puffiness by tightening the skin. The essential oils will leave your skin supple and moisturized while improving its overall quality and elasticity. The delightful fragrances add an element of relaxation to your bath routine. All Caribbrew products are cruelty-free, vegan, and handmade with the best ingredients. Did I mention, it smells really fantastic? It really does.
Price: $25
multi functional
Think outside the toolbox with the Geekey. Not a pocket knife, not a key, not a can opener- it does it all. Mom can save some space in her purse for once, LOL. This expertly combined go-to tool is the size of a key, so be ready to upgrade your keychain. It’s fully equipped with more than 16+ functions to help you tackle those common, everyday problems, and when you’re done, simply toss it back in your pocket. Don’t let its size fool you. This award-winning work of art and engineering is crafted out of a solid chunk of 420 Stainless Steel to take on big and “tough as nails” jobs.
Available on Amazon
Price: $26.99
cbd cream
Did you know that CBG is known as the “the mother of all cannabinoids? Feels very fitting to gift your mother this line of high-quality cannabinoid wellness products. TRUST Biologic understands how overwhelming it is trying to find the right ones. That’s why their licensed estheticians and PhD chemist board members have built our products specifically for Baby Boomers (like mom or grandma) based on actual feedback and usage. We’re so confident in our products that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee and certificates of analysis with lab documentation for all of the ingredients we use. There’s a reason we put “Trust” in our name. It doesn’t have any harsh or bad smells like you would associate with certain muscle rub type products either.
Price: Starting at $31.00

Syosaku Japanese Knives #MothersDay

Is your mom the best cook around? If her happy place is the kitchen, she will love some fancy cookware for her big day. What better way to show you care then to show you know what she loves- as well as love to eat what she makes you? After all, food is love. Well, at least an expression of it.

One brand that has cookware down is Syosaku, one of Japan’s –and arguably the world’s– finest tableware brands. They specialize in creating Urushi Glass Plates and knives that are suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs alike.
syosaku knife

Urushi is a lacquer that has been used on wood in Japan for over 9,000 years including in building the Kinkaku-Ji (the Golden Temple). Syosaku’s innovative process allows them to create beautiful glass plates. Each plate undergoes a one-month process of layering the Urushi, drying the lacquer, and painting. Since each plate is made individually, they are all one-of-a-kind pieces. Syosaku is able to fulfill custom orders, featuring any size, shape, or design that can be desired, as well ready-to-purchase plates.  Urushi glass plates have incredible depth and provide vividness that cannot be found in china or porcelain.

These are truly beautiful, and one of a kind.

glass plates

Each plate is individually wrapped in a newly designed package that matches the beauty of the product itself. 

syosaku tableware

In addition to creating beautiful plates, Syosaku is one of Japan’s –and arguably the world’s– finest knife producers. Syosaku crafts knives that are suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs alike. 

Syosaku’s knives are made in Sakai, a port city in Japan that has a centuries-long history of creating knives, originating from forging samurai swords. Each part of the knife making process is divide among different artisans and small producers who specialize in each making each part of the knife, forging the metal, creating the handles, combining the knives and finishing them. Depending on the knife, it can take up to six months for the artisans to craft a fully finished product. each knife can be custom ordered to cater to the consumer’s preference in a variety of different wooden handles, handedness, and each knife can be engraved with a name in Chinese characters. Syosaku makes kitchen knives that can be used by professional chefs and home cooks alike, ranging from $50 to $3,000.

syosaku knives

Syosaku’s collection makes for a unique, one-of-a-kind gift for Mother’s or Father’s Day and all other celebratory occasions. There is a wide selection of ready-to-order designs and price ranges to choose from, as well as the ability to place a custom order.