A Chef's Perspective-Bladewise Kitchen Knives
About Me
My journey hasn’t exactly been straightforward. I dropped out of college because, honestly, it never felt right for me. I knew from the start that I wanted to become something more — someone different, someone driven. I’ve always had a strong work ethic, a big imagination, and a mindset that pushes me to work hard at whatever I do. But at that time, I didn’t know where to put all that energy.
After leaving college, I started drifting down the wrong path. I was doing stupid things, wasting time, and basically throwing away the potential I knew I had. Then one day, almost by accident, I came across a chef apprenticeship. I didn’t expect much from it — I just wanted to be doing something productive and earning a bit of money. But the moment I stepped into the kitchen, something clicked. I loved it. And from there, I pushed myself to improve constantly, learning, grafting, and striving to become better every day.
Then everything took a turn. I injured myself badly at work — tore something that needed immediate surgery. Suddenly I wasn’t allowed to work for six weeks. Going from being busy and active to doing nothing was rough. I felt unproductive, uneasy, and honestly, pretty depressed.
But I’ve never been someone who stays down for long. During that time off, I made a decision: instead of waiting around, I’d start building something of my own. That’s where my business selling chef products — like knives and soon much more — began. It gave me purpose, focus, and something to grow while I recovered.
Now, six months after surgery, I’m back in the kitchen during one of the busiest periods of my career. I’m balancing work, business, personal growth, and all the challenges that come with it. But every day I’m improving — step by step — becoming the entrepreneur I know I’m meant to be.
Tools created by a chef, for chefs
Why I Built BladeWise
BladeWise started from my own experience in the kitchen. As a chef, I realised how much your tools influence everything — your speed, your safety, your confidence, and the final result on the plate. I wanted products that felt reliable, sharp, balanced, and genuinely worth the money, so I created them myself. BladeWise isn’t just a brand; it’s my standard of quality. Every knife and product is something I personally use, trust, and stand behind. If it wouldn’t survive a real kitchen, it wouldn’t carry the BladeWise name.
A knife inspired by real kitchen work
Designed for Precision, Built for Chefs
The BladeWise chef knife was designed from the ground up with real kitchen demands in mind. Its shape, balance, and weight come from years of hands-on experience, not guesswork. I wanted a knife that stayed razor-sharp, felt stable in fast prep work, and looked clean and professional. This design is inspired by traditional Japanese craftsmanship mixed with modern durability, making it perfect for home cooks and professional chefs. It cuts effortlessly, lasts longer, and gives you true chef-level control in every slice.
What’s Next for BladeWise
BladeWise is only just getting started. My goal is to build a full range of professional-quality chef tools that home cooks and kitchen pros can trust. From precision knives to essential kitchen gear, every future product will follow the same standard: sharp, durable, reliable, and designed through real chef experience. I’m constantly developing new ideas, testing prototypes, and pushing BladeWise toward becoming a leading name in high-quality chef equipment.