Add a Cheese Knife to Your Table

Elevate your next party with the delicious addition of cheese. At west elm, we have everything you need to create an unforgettable cheese tasting. You can find complete cheese knife sets, so you can cut, slice and spread your favorite cheeses. Read this guide to learn more about the different knives and their uses.

What Are the Different Cheese Knives?

Different cheeses require different knives. Cheese knives are designed to keep the cheese in its original shape after cutting. There are four basic knives any cheese lover should have in their kitchen.

• The cheese slicer is the most common utensil for cutting cheese. It's used for cutting thin slices of semi-hard or hard cheeses.
• A cheese knife is designed for soft cheeses. These knives often have a thin, straight blade or one with holes. This lets you make a cleaner cut and prevents soft cheeses, like brie or double crème, stick to the blade.
• A cheese spreader is essential to spreading soft cheeses. A set of spreaders is a good idea for parties both for prep and buffet service.
• Cheese forks are useful if you need to hold a block of cheese in place while cutting. They also work well for crumbling hard or aged cheeses.

It's a good idea to have a cheese knife for each cheese. That way you can avoid mixing the different cheese flavors. Don't forget to pair with your favorite wine to cleanse the palate. Our decanters add a polished touch to your table and ensure your party is a success.

Find Your Perfect Style

Many knives come in sets, so you can easily add three or four knives to your utensil collection in one purchase.

• The durable stainless-steel construction prevents cheese from sticking to the blade. The blades are also accented in different finishes, including gold, brass and steel.
• The handles come in different styles too. Choose from wood, marble or steel to coordinate with your other utensils.

Pair With a Cheese Board for the Perfect Presentation

A cheese board lets you create a mouthwatering display of cheese, charcuterie and crackers to give your guests as wide a range of tastes and flavors as possible. They let you create a palate of contrasting flavors that you can arrange from sharp to mild and sweet to savory.

• For a classic look, opt for a rectangular board with a handle.
• Round boards offer more space to create a sumptuous display of appetizers.

Cheese boards and cheese knives from west elm come in various styles, allowing you to select a construction, finish and size ideal for your next dinner party.