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Introduction to Knife Sharpening
30-28 37th St GRGE, Queens, NY 11103
Bring Your Knives Back to Life — and Learn a Skill That Lasts a Lifetime
This hands-on knife sharpening class in Queens is designed for everyone from complete beginners to experienced sharpeners. Whether you've never touched a whetstone or you're looking to refine your technique, this class will give you the confidence and skills to keep your knives razor-sharp.
Class begins with a 45-minute lecture and live demonstration from a seasoned instructor who will guide you through the fundamentals of sharpening. Then, you'll roll up your sleeves for 75 minutes of guided practice. Bring your dull knives, and leave with three or more paper slicing blades.
Expect to leave with more than just sharper tools; you’ll gain a deeper understanding of knife care, improved safety in the kitchen, and the confidence to reproduce a clean, effortless slice. Whether you're shopping for a unique gift, looking for a hands-on date, or simply aiming to level up your cooking game, this class is a sharp choice.
What is included
-Hands-on supervised instruction
-Workstation with loupe
-Whetstones and other supplies
-Aprons and Towels
-Coffee, Tea, Water
-Workstation with loupe
-Whetstones and other supplies
-Aprons and Towels
-Coffee, Tea, Water
Practical information
-Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early to unpack your knives and get situated.
-Students can expect to stand for 2 hours during the workshop; please wear comfy close closed-toed shoes!
-Students can expect to stand for 2 hours during the workshop; please wear comfy close closed-toed shoes!
Next available events
Aug 9 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Introduction to Knife Sharpening30-28 37th St GRGE, QueensAug 9 12:00 PM-2:00 PM
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About Astoria Cutlery
Astoria Cutlery is a neighborhood shop in Queens where chefs, home cooks, woodworkers, and curious tinkerers come to breathe new life into their blades. Whether you're slicing onions or carving dovetails, we believe your tools should work with you, not against you.
Our sharpening classes are built the same way we run the shop: practical, hands-on, and a little nerdy in the best way. We don’t just want your knives to be sharp; we want you to understand why they’re sharp, how to keep them that way, and maybe even enjoy the process.
We’ve taught hundreds of people to sharpen their own blades, and we’re always excited to share the joy of a clean, effortless slice. Come learn a new skill, talk shop, and leave with sharper knives; and maybe a slightly sharper mindset too.