Chef Manal Al-Alam, a celebrated Arab chef with over 30 years of culinary excellence, has launched a new line of luxury kitchen knives under the Manal AlAlem Kitchenware brand. This exclusive collection features six high-end chef’s knives – each expertly crafted for precision and durability – reflecting her passion for cooking and craftsmanship. In an announcement on her official channels, Manal shared her excitement about bringing professional-grade tools to home cooks and aspiring chefs.
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Damascus Edge – A 3.5-inch Damascus steel chef knife combining artistry and performance. Its 67-layer Damascus steel blade (high-carbon VG10) is razor-sharp (honed to a 15° angle per side) for effortless slicing and chopping, with a full-tang construction for balance and strength. The ergonomic handle ensures comfort and control during extended use, while the distinctive Damascus pattern on the blade adds beauty and reflects superior craftsmanship.
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Damascus Versatile – A 5-inch Damascus steel knife built for multi-purpose kitchen tasks. Like its smaller counterpart, it features a 67-layer VG10 steel blade honed to 15° on each side, full-tang construction, and an ergonomic handle for precision and comfort. Its slightly larger blade makes it ideal for everyday chopping and slicing needs.
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Damascus Master– An 8-inch master chef’s knife in Damascus steel. This flagship blade offers professional-grade performance: 67-layer Damascus construction, ultra-sharp 15° edge, full-tang design, and a secure, ergonomic handle. It is designed for heavy-duty tasks in the kitchen, blending strength and balance to make every cut a work of art.
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The Quick Cut – A 3.5-inch German stainless steel chef knife (1.4116 steel). Engineered for speed and precision, it has a full-tang build, expertly sharpened 15° edge, and a comfortable, ergonomic handle. Its compact size and durable steel make it versatile for all cutting needs (meat, vegetables, fruits, and herbs) with easy handling.
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The Daily Prep– A 5-inch German steel chef knife. Similar to The Quick Cut but with a longer blade, it offers exceptional durability (1.4116 steel), razor-sharp 15° edge, full-tang construction, and ergonomic comfort. It is ideal for everyday food preparation, ensuring precision and ease for routine chopping tasks.
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The Chef’s Essential– An 8-inch German stainless steel chef knife. This largest knife in the collection brings pro-level craftsmanship: premium German steel, full-tang design, 15° edge, and an ergonomic grip. It excels at heavy-duty chopping, slicing, and dicing, delivering long-lasting sharpness and professional performance in every kitchen.
All six knives are handmade and durable – rust-resistant, easy to maintain, and built to last, just as Chef Manal Al-Alam insists on premium quality. As described on the brand’s site, “these knives are works of art — blending strength, beauty, and professional performance”. The collection was developed to transform everyday cooking into an extraordinary experience, offering culinary tools that “rival the finest kitchen knives available anywhere”.
Chef Manal Al-Alam’s new knives are not only functional but also stylish – each blade and handle pair is designed to stand out in any kitchen.
Chef Manal shared her joy at this launch with her friends and followers, calling the project a “dream come true” that allows her to bring luxury and innovation from her own kitchen to the world’s kitchens. To celebrate the launch, Manal Al-Alam gifted sets of the full knife collection to renowned international chefs as tokens of her appreciation and to ensure they too could experience the knives’ quality. Each gifted set included one of each knife listed above, allowing these chefs to use them in their own professional kitchens. In a social media post (translated), she expressed that she wants “everyone to feel the pride and precision these knives embody,” and that giving them as gifts was a way to share her joy and culinary heritage with the global chef community.
Ms. Manal’s intention is also educational: her followers and customers can learn about the value and importance of high-quality knives in the kitchen. With these knives, home cooks and professionals alike are invited to enjoy “a luxurious, unique, and unparalleled experience” every time they cook. Whether slicing vegetables or carving a roast, users of Manal Al-Alam’s knives gain professional-grade results and a touch of elegance at home. As the brand notes, each cut becomes a piece of the culinary story she has been crafting for decades.
