Contrary to modern popular belief, knives are more than just things to open your microwave meals with. The pointy ends are not just for stickin' 'em with which proves that Jon Snow indeed know nothing…about kitchen knives. Unlike you after you're done reading this. The Usual Suspects There are several types of knives that every kitchen should have. We've listed them below with a brief description and what they are designed to cut. Bread knife - Used for cutting bread (duh!). The serrated edge of bread knives allow the blade to cut soft bread without crushing it. Can also be used to cut produce and meat (if you have no alternatives) Fillet knife - Long and flexible, a fillet knife can easily be moved along the backbone and under the skin of a fish. Can also be used to fillet meat. Chef's knife - Also called a cook's knife. It can range from 15 to 36 centimeters or 6 to 14 inches in length. Originally designed to slic