For those who want to take their sharpening to the next level, or just do a great job of maintaining their knives, a paddle strop is a must-have. By stropping properly on a regular basis, you can avoid sharpening your knife as often and help it last longer. Sorta like brushing your teeth often to help you avoid the dentist.

About Nonna's Woodshop - Vancouver chef Dan Ewart became pasta obsessed while working at Savio Volpe - an Italian spot in Van, and easily one of Canada's best restaurants. The obsession took over his workshop in Coquitlam, and he started making traditional pasta gear from sustainably sourced woods. The cloth satchels are made by his mom.