I had the honor of participating in an online forum in July of 2024 discussing knives and knifemaking with Bob Kramer, Everett Noel and moderated by Chef Yia Vang.
From the ACC webpage, here is the official description:
" Knives are one of the earliest tools in human history, appearing more than two million years ago and used for hunting and defense. These days, knives arguably play their most prominent role in the kitchen as an invaluable tool for preparing food. How many times have you picked up a knife in your own home without realizing the history and craft behind the blade? For bladesmiths Bob Kramer, Vu Nguyen, and Everett Noel, the considerations of tradition, technique, and use are foremost as they craft handmade knives that are coveted as much for their beauty as for their function.
Join our speakers in conversation, guided by James Beard Award finalist Chef Yia Vang of Union Hmong Kitchen (Minneapolis, Minnesota)—and Iron Chef fame—for a deep dive into the art of bladesmithing and all things knives. We’ll explore history and use, various making techniques—often ancient and honed over centuries—the thinking that goes into choosing design and materials, and how those materials and techniques come together to produce a tool to be used at home, as well as some of the world’s greatest restaurant kitchens. "
