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Sharpening
Next drop-off date: Oct 23, 2025.
Saffron + Salt is proud to partner with Maritime Sharpening, a small home-based business that takes pride in offering professional sharpening services to the Greater Halifax Area.
Maritime Sharpening's owner, Ken, has honed his skills experimenting with different techniques and various types of stones and machines, either freehand sharpening or using guided systems. He has been a member and active participant of the Guild of Professional Sharpeners since 2021.
Each knife, blade or other cutting tool requires a different approach. Upon receiving your knife, he will conduct an assessment to bring your tool back to its original performance.
Learn more about Ken's process here. Ken doesn't just sharpen blades; he revives their purpose and honours their history.
No registration is required for drop-off. Please bring your knives wrapped in a dish towel for safe transport.
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FAQs
What do I need to bring with me to classes?
No need to bring anything other than a positive attitude! Be ready to learn and have fun while you're doing it.
How do I make payments for a class?
Our online booking system for classes will open in September, where you'll be able to book your spot and make your payment online.
What's the difference between a Demo and a Hands-On class?
With a DEMO class, the instructor does most of the work. They will explain what they are doing, while they are doing it. There will often be opportunities for the class participants to touch and feel the food at various points throughout the process, but the instructor is the one doing the work. Because participants are not working while they are listening and learning, this is a great approach for complex topics or dishes.
With a HANDS-ON class, the participants are doing most of the work. They will receive instruction, followed by time to produce the dish themselves.
The instructor will offer advice and guidance as they are completing the task.
With both class styles, participants will generally have the opportunity to touch, feel, and taste the food throughout the process.
I have food allergies. What should I do?
Please let us know in advance of your class if you have any sensitivities or allergies so that we can prepare. If we have any questions, we might have to reach out for clarification.
Do I need to register for knife sharpening services?
No need to register in advance. Just drop your knives off, we will take your contact information, and then contact you via your preferred method to let you know when your knives are ready.