Best Kitchenware Store: Knifewear

photography by Neil Zeller

Knifewear

Since 2007, Knifewear has been selling handmade Japanese kitchen knives. Located in Inglewood, this shop has Canada's best selection of Japanese knives, sharpening stones and chef's tools in one place. With nine shops across Canada, Knifewear has been steadily growing over the past 10 years to become a leader in the kitchenware industry.

During COVID-19, the company had to temporarily lay off 35 staff members across their nine Canadian shops, but all have since een rehired now that the shops are open again. The owners of Knifewear are beyond grateful for their understanding and willingness to come back, ensuring they knew that their return once circumstances changed was more than welcome.

Since Knifewear is now open for regular business, you can support them by shopping in their store or ordering online, then choosing curbside pickup or curbside sharpening services. The best way to get our city back on its feet is to shop local, so Knifewear will happily welcome you into their shop and onto their website.

FIRST RUNNER UP: COOKBOOK COMPANY

SECOND RUNNER UP: THE COMPLEAT COOK