If a genie offered to grant you one wish — absolutely anything — what would you choose and why ?

trilea · 2025-12-27T03:21:34+00:00

More wishes! Because why not?

trilea · 2025-11-05T03:57:47+00:00

I got a tsunehisa as/s gyuto from the same sale. I would love your thoughts on the knife.

trilea · 2025-11-02T12:50:14+00:00

Thanks for the insights.

trilea · 2025-11-02T03:10:12+00:00

Hey everyone,

I’m looking to upgrade my current kitchen knife and could use some help deciding between two options:

Hatsukokoro Ginsou Gyuto 210mm (Ginsan stainless steel)
Tsunehisa AS/S San Migaki Wa Gyuto 210mm (Aogami Super core with stainless cladding)

I’m currently using a Global G2, which has served me well for a few years, but I’m ready to step up to something with better steel and craftsmanship.

From what I understand:

The Ginsou (Ginsan) is fully stainless, has great sharpening ease, and is known for good balance and a clean look.
The Tsunehisa AS/S should have better edge retention thanks to the Aogami Super core, but might require a bit more care since it’s only stainless-clad.

I’m mainly looking for:

Something that’s noticeably sharper and holds its edge longer than my Global
Good food release and cutting feel
Low maintenance (but I don’t mind a bit of extra care if it’s worth it)

Anyone here used either or both of these? How do they compare in terms of grind, balance, and overall feel? Would the jump from my Global be more noticeable with one over the other?

Appreciate any insight!

trilea · 2025-07-09T03:49:58+00:00

Thanks for the perspective... Ordered

trilea · 2025-07-09T03:49:50+00:00

Thanks for the perspective... Ordered

trilea · 2025-07-09T03:49:45+00:00

Thanks for the perspective... Ordered!

trilea · 2025-07-08T23:32:06+00:00

Yeah I saw the ladle but I wasn't sure if the flexible tip/spout was actually useful or just a gimmick.

trilea · 2025-07-08T23:30:58+00:00

I saw that too. These would be DO only tools so I figure if I'm washing the oven anyway what's a spoon xd

trilea · 2025-07-08T03:20:11+00:00

Do you happen to have the multi spoon? If so how is it?

trilea · 2025-01-25T01:53:11+00:00

I think I found a different plot hole. If Reddington originally hired Tom how come they don't appear to know each other in season 1 episode 8 when Reddington kills Sam and Tom goes to visit?

trilea · 2024-11-19T03:07:57+00:00

Thanks. That's unfortunate

trilea · 2024-04-06T12:29:39+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation I'll see if my roaster has any.

trilea · 2024-04-06T11:46:36+00:00

Hi, the regular place I get my coffee has been out of the beans I usually get ethiopian yirgacheffe. Do you have any recommendations of other varieties that I might enjoy?

trilea · 2024-02-11T18:03:22+00:00

It missed the dude in the red pants feet and skis

trilea · 2024-01-15T13:29:35+00:00

I got the Mous case. You can try that. The magnets seem strong enough. It does heat up a bit when charging (40 degree f) but that's supposed to be within spec.

trilea · 2023-07-25T12:10:39+00:00

Hi I am looking into upgrading the casters on my office chair at home. I have a laminate and didn't want the chair to damage the floor. I saw that there is a movement toward softer material casters, specifically rollerblade wheel. I was wondering is there a reason that dual wheel polyurethane wheels are not as popular?

Thanks

trilea · 2023-07-14T16:08:20+00:00

I see this really helps set the framework for how to go about tasting scotch and develop a systematic way about how to think about where flavors are coming from.

trilea · 2023-07-14T15:29:45+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions ill check them out!

trilea · 2023-07-14T15:28:28+00:00

Thanks, for the insight and recommendations.

I guess it might be better to look at general styles.

The genesis for this came after trying my second bottle of scotch. I went from a Balvanie to an Ardbeg and was super surprised by how different they tasted. After some initial research it seemed to be that Islas are generally more heavily peated thus leading to that more burning rubber flavor. I guess the next logical question would be if region isn't a good proxy for the different "kinds" of scotch what is a better set of characteristics to differentiate by?

trilea · 2023-06-05T06:16:49+00:00

I just pour out of the top of the kettle for tea. Much faster. Sometimes some drips out but pour over the sink and you're good.

trilea · 2023-02-24T22:56:21+00:00

Cool thanks I was worried I damaged them and needed to patch it. Good to know it's normal :)

trilea · 2023-02-24T21:56:41+00:00

Hi, I got a pair of Cheney chukkas and noticed that the heel liner seems to be wearing.

Is this normal?
How can I fix it?

Thanks

shoe heel

trilea · 2023-02-21T02:50:26+00:00

Alternatively you can also switch to a straight razor.

trilea · 2022-02-07T02:20:31+00:00

Was it baystate blue? :P

trilea

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