Presentation: Knife to Meet You!

Saturday, 4/4/2026
2:00 - 3:00
Chinese Center Exhibit Space - 3rd Fl
Main Library

100 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States

415-557-4400

Discover the differences of Chinese cleavers, Japanese santoku knives, and Western cooking knives from Bernal Cutlery.

Josh Donald of Bernal Cutlery explains the differences among the Chinese cleavers, Japanese knives and Western knives.

Josh also demonstrates how to sharp cooking knives. 

Josh is the author of Sharp: The Definitive Introduction to Knives, Sharpening, and Cutting Techniques, With Recipes from Great Chefs. His book is available in print and eBook.

This program is conducted in both Chinese and in English.

Connect:

Bernal Cutlery - Website | Bernal Cutlery - YouTube | Bernal Cutlery - Instagram

This program is a collaboration of the Small Business Center and the International Center.

Bernal Cutlery and the products they carry are often featured on The New York Times. 

"At Bernal Cutlery, Josh Donald slowly sharpens knives with Japanese whetstones behind an ornately carved wooden counter."

Duggan, T. (2010, May 07). "A neighborhood stages a culinary comeback: [national desk]." New York Times Retrieved from https://www.ezproxy.sfpl.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/newspapers/neighborhood-stages-culinary-comeback/docview/251108050/se-2

 

Food

Discover new flavors, build cooking skills and try something tasty. For food programs, please be aware of food allergies.

Japanese Interest

Connect to engaging discussions and performances related to the Japanese community and culture.

Spotlight

This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

Notice: This event may be filmed or photographed. By participating in this event, you consent to have your likeness used for the Library’s archival purposes and promotional materials. If you do not want to be photographed, please inform a staff person or the photographer. A sticker will be provided to help identify you so that we can avoid capturing your image.

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