Kate Klippensteen

About the Author

Kate Klippensteen is a culinary writer and enthusiast with a deep passion for Japanese cuisine and its masterful tools. Drawing from years of hands-on experience in professional kitchens and extensive travel across Japan, she brings authenticity and precision to her work, demystifying the art of using traditional Japanese kitchen knives for both novice and seasoned cooks. Her writing emphasizes the harmony between technique, ingredient, and tool, offering practical guidance that elevates everyday cooking into an art form. In her acclaimed book, Japanese Kitchen Knives: Essential Techniques and Recipes, Klippensteen shares indispensable skills and mouthwatering recipes that showcase the versatility of these iconic blades. A resident of Portland, Oregon, she continues to explore global flavors while championing sustainable and mindful cooking practices.